Asymmetric Hem Sweaters in Stylecraft Bellissima - 9584 - Downloadable PDF

Asymmetric Hem Sweaters in Stylecraft Bellissima DK – Pattern 9584

This Stylecraft pattern 9584 offers two easy-knit asymmetric hem sweater designs worked in Bellissima DK: a V-Neck Sweater and a Round Neck Sweater. Both garments share a striking design feature — a dramatically pointed, asymmetric hem that is shaped from the very first row using increases, giving each finished piece a contemporary, fashion-forward silhouette. The pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty and is available as a downloadable PDF, making it immediately accessible for knitters ready to cast on straight away.

Sizes range generously from 81–86 cm (32–34 in) to 122–127 cm (48–50 in) chest/bust, with actual garment measurements spanning 98 cm to 138 cm, ensuring a comfortable, relaxed fit across a wide range of body sizes. The pattern explicitly includes larger sizes, making it an inclusive choice for knitters of many shapes.

Design One: The V-Neck Sweater

The V-Neck Sweater is worked in a three-colour combination using Stylecraft Bellissima DK. The recommended colourway features:

• Crushed Plum 933 (Yarn A) – the main colour, requiring 3 to 5 balls depending on size
• Purple Passion 934 (Yarn B) – a contrast colour, 1 ball across all sizes
• Rio Red 932 (Yarn C) – a second contrast colour, 1 ball across all sizes

The full length of the V-Neck Sweater, measured to the point of the asymmetric hem, ranges from 66 cm (26 in) to 75 cm (29½ in), while sleeve length ranges from 36 cm (14 in) to 41 cm (16 in). The shaped hem point is achieved through a carefully sequenced series of increases at the lower back, creating the garment's signature angled edge.

Design Two: The Round Neck Sweater

The Round Neck Sweater is worked in a single colour — Sugar Snap 926 — using Stylecraft Bellissima DK, requiring 4 to 5 balls depending on size. This version offers a cleaner, more understated look while retaining the same eye-catching asymmetric hem construction. The full length to the hem point ranges from 62 cm (24½ in) to 71.5 cm (28 in), with sleeve lengths of 24 cm (9½ in) to 29 cm (11½ in).

Yarn and Materials

Stylecraft Bellissima DK is the specified yarn for both designs, sold in 100g balls. This yarn is a double knitting weight yarn, known for its smooth finish and stitch definition, which makes it well suited to the clean stockinette fabric and shaped details in these patterns. The pattern also lists several alternative yarn options from Stylecraft, including Batik DK, Batik Swirl DK, Life DK, and Life Changes — though knitters are advised to check meterage carefully when substituting, as quantities may vary.

The following needles are required for both sweaters:

• 3.75 mm (UK 9 / USA 5) straight needles – for ribbing and welts
• 4 mm (UK 8 / USA 6) straight needles – for the main body fabric
• 3.75 mm (UK 9 / USA 5) circular needle, 40 cm / 16 in length – for working neckbands
• Stitch holders – for managing live stitches during construction

Techniques and Construction

Both sweaters are constructed using a combination of shaping techniques and standard knitting methods. The asymmetric hem is the defining construction element, and it is worked from the very base of the back piece using a series