What you'll need
| Size: | 0-6mo | 6-12mo | 1-2yr | 2-4yr | 4-6yr | 6-8yr | 8-10yr | Women's XS | S | SM | M | ML | L | LXL | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL | Men's S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL |
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| Finished Chest Measurement, in: | 18.5 | 20.5 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 27.5 | 29.5 | 31.5 | 33 | 35 | 37 | 39 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 48 | 51.5 | 55.5 | 59 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 50 | 53.5 | 57 | 61 |
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Product Description
A subtle and delicate pattern radiates from the neckline of this classic yoke sweater.
Yarnsock / sport weight yarn MC: 400 (500, 550, 650, 800, 900, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1250, 1300, 1400, 1500, 1600, 1750, 1950, 2150, 2300, 1300, 1500, 1650, 1950, 2050, 2200, 2350) yards
CC: 100 (100, 100, 100, 125, 125, 150, 150, 150, 150, 175, 175, 200, 250, 275, 275, 300, 300,175, 200, 250, 275, 300, 300, 350) yards
Compass Sweater by Tin Can Knits
What is Being Made
Compass is a knitted sweater pattern available in multiple sizes ranging from newborn through adult extra-large. The design features waist shaping and is offered in both children's and women's sizing options. The pattern accommodates infants from 0-6 months up to women's XL (48" finished bust), making it a versatile design suitable for the entire family.
Sizing and Fit
The Compass pattern uses finished garment measurements to guide size selection, with recommendations to choose based on your chest measurement plus desired ease. The sizing chart provides five key measurement points (labeled a through e) for precise fit across all sizes. Children's sizes range from 0-6 months (18.5" finished bust) through 8-10 years (29.5" finished bust), while women's sizes span from XS (31.5") to XL (48"). Positive ease is recommended for comfortable wearing, with typical ease ranging from 2" to 3.5" depending on size and personal preference.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This intermediate-level knitting project employs waist shaping to create a fitted silhouette. The pattern demonstrates fundamental sweater construction techniques suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic stockinette stitch projects. The design structure allows for customization of fit through strategic shaping at the waist, a technique commonly used in tailored knitwear.
Yarn and Materials
Compass is designed for sport weight yarn, a lightweight option that creates drape and breathability ideal for sweaters. Yardage requirements vary by size: children's sizes require between 400 and 1000 yards of main color yarn, while women's sizes range from 1100 to 1600 yards. Contrast color yardage is also specified, ranging from 100 to 250 yards depending on size, allowing for creative colorwork options. Standard knitting needles appropriate for sport weight yarn are required to complete this project.
Pattern Details
The downloadable PDF format provides complete instructions from Tin Can Knits, an independent designer. The pattern includes detailed sizing notes and measurement guidance to ensure proper fit across the extensive size range. Multiple measurement reference points (a, b, c, d, e) are provided in the sizing table, allowing knitters to verify garment proportions before committing to yarn.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | Tin Can Knits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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