Autumn Embers

Autumn Embers Pullover by Annie Lupton

What is Being Made

Autumn Embers is a boxy pullover sweater designed by Annie Lupton of Boho Chic Fiber Co. This knitted garment features an oversized fit through the bust that is balanced by a deep V neckline and slim fitting sleeves with long ribbed cuffs. The design offers a contemporary silhouette perfect for transitional fall layering, with finished bust circumferences ranging from 36 to 72 inches across ten size options.

Construction and Design Techniques

The sweater is worked from the bottom up in the round using circular needles, a construction method that creates seamless fabric and allows for efficient knitting of large sections. After the body is completed in the round, the piece is split and the front and back are worked separately to accommodate the deep V neckline shaping. This hybrid approach combines the benefits of in-the-round knitting with the flexibility needed for neckline decreases.

The hemline features a distinctive alternating wrapped stitch and garter band combination, creating textural interest at the base of the garment. This stitch detail adds visual dimension while the garter band provides a structured edge that resists rolling.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout the sweater is stockinette stitch, worked in the round for the body sections. The ribbed cuffs utilize ribbing, which provides stretch and recovery at the wrist openings. The hemline incorporates garter stitch bands alternated with wrapped stitch elements, creating the textured border detail that defines the sweater's lower edge.

Materials and Specifications

Autumn Embers is designed in Lavender Lune Yarn Co's hand-dyed BFL yarn (British Blue-faced Leicester), a natural fiber known for its lovely drape and beautiful color blending. The yarn is 4-ply weight, classified as a worsted or medium weight suitable for garment construction.

• Yardage Requirements: 1600 to 1720 meters depending on size, equivalent to 2 to 4 skeins
• Gauge: 27 stitches and 30 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked in the round and blocked
• Needles: Circular needles in appropriate size to achieve gauge (size not specified in provided content)
• Sizing: Ten sizes available, from Size 1 through Size 10, with finished bust measurements of 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 68, and 72 inches
• Fit: Designed to fit with 4 to 6 inches of positive ease for a comfortable, intentionally oversized silhouette

Skill Level

Autumn Embers is rated as an intermediate difficulty project. Knitters should be comfortable with in-the-round knitting techniques, gauge swatching, working decreases for shaping, and managing multiple stitch patterns. The combination of circular knitting, stitch variations, and neckline shaping makes this an accessible but not beginner-level project.

This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Annie Lupton offers a modern, wearable design that celebrates the hand-dyed qualities of quality yarn while providing a versatile garment suitable for fall and transitional seasons.