Sweaters in Stylecraft Special DK & Wondersoft Merry Go Round - 9395 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in Stylecraft Special DK & Wondersoft Merry Go Round - Pattern 9395

What is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for knitting crew neck sweaters in multiple sizes, ranging from 81/86cm to 122/127cm (32/34in to 48/50in chest/bust measurements). The pattern includes designs suitable for both Stylecraft Special DK and Wondersoft Merry Go Round yarns, offering versatility in yarn choice while maintaining consistent sizing and construction methods.

Garment Specifications

• Sizes Available: Five size options to fit chest/bust measurements of 81/86cm (32/34in), 91/97cm (36/38in), 102/107cm (40/42in), 112/117cm (44/46in), and 122/127cm (48/50in)
• Full Length: Ranges from 67cm to 78cm (26½in to 30¾in) depending on size selected
• Sleeve Length: Approximately 45cm to 47cm (17¾in to 18½in) across all sizes
• Neckline Style: Crew neck construction for a classic, versatile finish

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The sweater construction begins with ribbed edging worked in a combination of knit and purl stitches. The pattern uses twisted stitches (abbreviated as T1) integrated into a rib pattern, creating textured detail while maintaining elasticity at the garment edges. The ribbed sections are worked for 10cm (4in) before transitioning to the main body pattern, providing structure and shape retention.

The ribbing pattern alternates between right-side and wrong-side rows, with the first row worked in purl and the second row in knit, creating a balanced two-row repeat. Stitch counts are carefully calculated with bracketed options [like this] to ensure proper pattern alignment across all five size options. The twisted stitch technique adds visual interest and subtle texture while maintaining the ease of construction suitable for advanced beginner level knitters.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK or Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round (double knitting weight yarn)
• Needles: 4mm knitting needles for the main construction
• Yarn Weight: Double knitting (DK) - a lightweight yarn suitable for garments with good stitch definition

Difficulty Level

Rated as advanced beginner, this pattern is accessible to knitters who have mastered basic techniques such as casting on, knit and purl stitches, and ribbing, but are ready to tackle the complexity of multiple sizes, stitch pattern repeats, and garment shaping. The use of twisted stitches and the need to track bracketed size options throughout the pattern requires careful attention to instructions, making it an ideal progression for developing knitters.