Product Description
Turtleneck sweater is a midi length style knit with a turtleneck and long straight sleeves. The turtleneck is long and can be folded so it is always warm and no need to use a scarf. It is worked top-down in the Stockinette stitch pattern. Sleeves have a decorative purl stitch column which goes along the sleeve center. Because the sweater body is worked straight it can be easily made longer and of course, more yarns should be purchased. Turtleneck sweater is a timeless knit that fits well with all clothes for wearing always and everywhere. And of course, this design really fits for men.
**Yarn:**Prosper yarn, Mohe 8ply (100% NZ Merino; 100g/3.5oz = 230m/251yds). Colour: Green Eyed Kat.
**Yarn weight:**400 (400) 500 (500) 600 (600) 700 (700) g 4 (4) 5 (5) 6 (6) 7 (7) balls 920 (920) 1150 (1150) 1380 (1380) 1610 (1610) m 1004 (1004) 1255 (1255) 1506 (1506) 1757 (1757) yds
**Gauge:**10cm x 10cm (4’’ x 4’’) = 16 stitches x 26 rows in Stockinette stitch after blocking.
Turtleneck Sweater Knitting Pattern by Neringa Ruke
What is Being Made
This is a midi-length turtleneck sweater designed as a timeless, versatile knit suitable for everyday wear and all occasions. The sweater features a long, folded turtleneck that provides warmth without requiring a separate scarf, making it practical for cold weather. The design is described as simple, fast, and stylish, with straight sleeves and a body that can be easily customized in length. The pattern is available in sizes XS through 4X, with the sample shown in size L, and is designed to be worn with 5-10cm (2-4 inches) of positive ease for a comfortable fit.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
The turtleneck sweater is worked top-down, a construction method that allows knitters to try on the garment as they progress and easily adjust the length as desired. The body is worked straight, making modifications simple for those who prefer a longer or shorter silhouette. The sleeves feature a decorative purl stitch column running along the center of each sleeve, adding visual interest and texture to an otherwise classic design. This stitch detail provides a subtle design element that enhances the overall aesthetic without overwhelming the simplicity of the pattern.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch used throughout the sweater is Stockinette stitch, which creates the smooth, classic fabric that forms the body of the garment. The purl stitch column on the sleeves provides textural contrast and is worked as a decorative element down the center of each sleeve. These fundamental stitches make this an intermediate-level project, accessible to knitters with basic skills who are ready to tackle garment construction.
Yarn and Materials
The pattern is designed for DK weight yarn. The sample garment shown was knitted using Prosper yarn, Mohe 8ply, which is composed of 100% New Zealand Merino fiber. This premium yarn provides softness and warmth ideal for a close-fitting turtleneck sweater. The yardage requirements vary by size: XS and S require 4 skeins (approximately 920 yards total), M and L require 5 skeins (approximately 1,150 yards total), XL and 2X require 6 skeins (approximately 1,380 yards total), and 3X and 4X require 7 skeins (approximately 1,610 yards total). The sample shown in size L used yarn in the colorway Green Eyed Kat. Standard knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn are required to complete this project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 10 |
| Designer: | Neringa Ruke |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Pattern includes: Youtube video links with QR codes, sweater schematic, finished measurements size table, abbreviations. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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