Bristow Sweater in Berroco Ultra Wool & Sesame - Downloadable PDF

Bristow Sweater in Berroco Ultra Wool & Sesame

About This Design

The Bristow Sweater is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by Amy Christoffers. This downloadable PDF provides complete instructions for creating a classic pullover sweater with a sophisticated two-color yarn combination. The design is worked primarily in Berroco Ultra Wool with contrasting accents in Berroco Sesame, offering a modern take on traditional colorwork knitting.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a fitted pullover sweater available in nine sizes ranging from extra-small to extra-large. Finished bust measurements span from 35¼ inches (89.5 cm) to 62½ inches (159 cm), with corresponding lengths from 22¾ inches (58 cm) to 25 inches (63.5 cm) down the center back. The sweater is designed with 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) of positive ease for a comfortable, contemporary fit.

Knitting Techniques Used

This intermediate project employs several essential knitting techniques. The sweater is constructed using circular needles to work in the round, which creates seamless fabric and allows for efficient stitch management. The pattern incorporates two-color knitting using the main color (MC) and contrast color (CC), enabling knitters to create visual interest through strategic color placement. Knitters will work with both larger and smaller circular needles at different gauges, as well as double-pointed needles for smaller circumference sections.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Bristow Sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a recognizable V-pattern texture. The pattern is worked at a gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rounds per 4 inches (10 cm) on the larger needles, ensuring proper fit and fabric drape. Ribbed edgings and shaping techniques are incorporated to create structure and definition at the neckline, cuffs, and hem.

Yarns and Materials

Primary Yarn: Berroco Ultra Wool in Cream (#3301) serves as the main color. This yarn is worked in aran to worsted weight and comes in 100-gram balls. The quantity needed ranges from 4 to 8 balls depending on the selected size.

Contrast Yarn: Berroco Sesame in Pomelo (#7451) provides color contrast and is used in 2 balls (100 grams each) across all sizes.

Needles and Notions: The pattern requires multiple needle sizes to accommodate different sections of the sweater. Knitters will need 32-inch (80 cm) circular needles in both sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and size 7 (4.5 mm), a 16-inch (40 cm) circular needle in size 5 (3.75 mm), and one set each of double-pointed needles in sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm). Additional materials include 2 stitch markers in different colors to track pattern repeats, waste yarn for holding stitches during construction, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming if necessary.

Skill Level and Gauge

This pattern is rated at intermediate skill level, making it suitable for knitters with foundational knowledge of circular knitting and basic colorwork techniques. Achieving the correct gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rounds per 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on the larger needles is essential for accurate finished measurements and proper sweater fit.