Sweaters in King Cole Riot Chunky - 4712 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters Knitted in King Cole Riot Chunky

What is Being Made

These are knitted sweaters designed in King Cole Riot Chunky yarn, featuring a classic raglan sleeve construction. The pattern accommodates a wide range of sizes, from 71 cm to 117 cm (28 to 46 inches), making it suitable for various body measurements and fit preferences. The raglan sleeve design is a timeless sweater style where the sleeves extend diagonally from the underarm to the neckline, creating a distinctive shoulder line and comfortable fit.

Techniques Used

This is an advanced-level knitting project that employs fundamental knitting techniques combined with more complex construction methods. The pattern requires understanding of tension work to ensure proper garment sizing and fit. Knitters must be comfortable with increasing and decreasing stitches to shape the raglan sleeves and body sections. The pattern also incorporates stocking stitch (stockinette stitch) as a primary fabric base, which creates a smooth, classic appearance. Additionally, the pattern uses cable needle work, indicating that cable stitches are featured in the design for added texture and visual interest.

Stitches Used

• Knit (K) – The fundamental knit stitch forming the primary fabric structure
• Purl (P) – Used in combination with knit stitches to create texture and pattern variation
• Stocking Stitch (Stockinette Stitch) – Alternating rows of knit and purl stitches creating a smooth, flat fabric surface
• Cable Stitches – Worked using a cable needle (CN) to create twisted, textured cable patterns throughout the sweater
• Increases (inc) – Techniques to add stitches for shaping the raglan sleeves and body
• Decreases (dec) – Methods to reduce stitches for shaping and finishing edges
• Slip Stitch (s1) – Used for joining sections and creating neat edges

Materials and Tools

This sweater pattern is worked in King Cole Riot Chunky yarn, a thick, bulky-weight yarn that creates a quick-knit garment with excellent drape and warmth. The pattern specifies 6mm knitting needles (or the size required to achieve correct tension) as the primary tool for constructing the sweater. A cable needle (CN) is also required for working the cable stitch sections featured in the design.

Tension Requirements

Achieving the correct tension is critical for this project. The pattern specifies a tension of 14 stitches and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 6mm knitting needles. When working the pattern stitches with the same needles, the tension is 22 stitches and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 inches). Knitters are strongly advised to knit a tension square before beginning the garment to ensure proper sizing and fit. Tension variations can significantly affect the final dimensions of the sweater, making this preparatory step essential for success.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern from King Cole, providing detailed instructions for creating sweaters with raglan sleeves in multiple sizes. The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations and terminology, making it accessible to advanced knitters familiar with conventional pattern notation. For every King Cole pattern purchased, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation, supporting important charitable work.