Sweaters in King Cole Galaxy DK - 4109 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in King Cole Galaxy DK – Pattern 4109

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from King Cole provides instructions for knitting sweaters worked in King Cole Galaxy DK yarn. The pattern covers a generous size range, from 71/76 cm (28/30 in) up to 112/117 cm (44/46 in), making it suitable for a wide variety of adult figures. Rated at an intermediate difficulty level, this pattern is ideal for knitters who are comfortable with shaping techniques and are ready to move beyond simple rectangular construction.

Designs Included

The pattern features sweater designs including at least a long-sleeved sweater and a variation with a different sleeve length, both knitted in the same King Cole Galaxy DK yarn. The PDF presents multiple versions so knitters can choose the style that suits them best, with shared construction elements across the designs.

Construction and Shaping

Both sweater designs are constructed using classic knitting methods, with a key feature being raglan sleeve shaping. Raglan construction is a popular technique in which the sleeves and body are shaped simultaneously so that diagonal seam lines run from the underarm to the neckline, creating a comfortable, flexible fit across the shoulders. This approach eliminates the need for traditional set-in sleeve shaping and produces a neat, sporty silhouette.

• Raglan shaping is worked by decreasing stitches at each end of the relevant rows on both the body pieces and the sleeves, with decreases made in next and every following alternate row.
• Neck shaping is also included, with stitches decreased at the neck edge in the next and every following alternate row to create a neat neckline finish.
• The sleeve instructions are shared between the two sweater versions, streamlining the pattern and reducing repetition.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The sweaters are worked primarily in stocking stitch (stockinette stitch), which is the classic knitting fabric formed by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side. This produces a smooth, flat surface on the right side that showcases the visual qualities of King Cole Galaxy DK yarn particularly well.

• Stocking stitch – the main body fabric, worked over knit and purl rows alternately.
• 2x2 Rib – a ribbing stitch pattern formed by alternating two knit stitches with two purl stitches, commonly used for welts, cuffs, and neckbands to provide stretch and a neat, elasticated edge.
• Raglan decreasing – shaping worked at each end of rows to reduce stitch counts gradually across the raglan seam lines.
• Neck edge decreasing – worked on alternate rows to shape the neckline smoothly.
• psso (pass slipped stitch over) – a decrease technique noted in the special abbreviations, used as part of the shaping method.

Tension

The stated tension for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over stocking stitch. Achieving the correct tension is essential for ensuring the finished sweater matches the intended measurements, so knitters are encouraged to work a tension swatch before beginning.

Yarn and Materials

Both sweaters are designed to be knitted in King Cole Galaxy DK, a double knit weight yarn. DK weight yarn is a versatile, medium-light yarn that works up relatively quickly while still producing a fabric with good stitch definition. The Galaxy name suggests a yarn with a decorative or multi-tonal quality, which would add visual interest to the smooth stocking stitch fabric of these sweaters. King Cole is a well-established UK yarn brand known for producing reliable, widely available yarns suitable for garment knitting.

• Yarn: King Cole Galaxy DK
• Weight: Double knit (DK)
• Needles: Knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn (specific sizes to be confirmed in the full pattern PDF)

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