1914 Cropped Eyelet Sweater

1914 Cropped Eyelet Sweater by Crucci NZ

What is Being Made

The 1914 Cropped Eyelet Sweater is a women's knitted pullover featuring decorative eyelet patterning throughout. This design offers versatility with two length options: a cropped version measuring 12–14 cm in length, or an extended longer version at 22–25 cm, allowing knitters to customize the finished garment to their preference. The sweater is available in four sizes ranging from Small (to fit bust 75–80 cm) through Extra Large (to fit bust 105–110 cm).

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques to create its distinctive aesthetic. Eyelet lace is the primary decorative element, created through yarn-forward increases paired with knit-together decreases to form small, deliberate holes in the fabric. The pattern incorporates ribbed edging using alternating knit and purl stitches to frame the design and provide structure. The construction includes strategic shaping through decreases and increases placed at specific intervals to achieve the garment's silhouette. Knitters will work from written row-by-row instructions with size-specific stitch counts provided in parentheses for each size variation.

Stitches Used

• Knit (K) – the fundamental stitch forming the base fabric
• Purl (P) – used in ribbed sections and textural patterning
• Yarn Forward (yfwd) – creates eyelet holes by adding stitches
• Knit Two Together (K2tog) – a right-leaning decrease used in eyelet sequences
• Slip, Knit, Pass Slipped Stitch Over (sl 1, K1, psso) – a left-leaning decrease paired with yarn-forwards for balanced lace
• Make One (M1) – an increase stitch for shaping
• Ribbing Pattern – alternating K1, P1 sequences for elastic edging and structure

Materials and Specifications

The 1914 Cropped Eyelet Sweater is designed to be worked in 8-ply Merino yarn, a medium-weight yarn that provides warmth, breathability, and a refined drape ideal for eyelet lace patterns. Knitters will use 4.50 mm needles to achieve the appropriate gauge for this yarn weight. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF format, making it accessible for immediate use. The Merino fiber content ensures the finished sweater offers comfort and elasticity, with the 8-ply weight providing sufficient structure for the eyelet details to be clearly visible while maintaining a lightweight, wearable garment suitable for layering or warm-weather wear.