Product Description
Lavender sweater is a hip length style knit with boat neck and 3/4 balloon sleeves. It is worked bottom to top in Diamond stitch pattern for body and in Stockinette stitch pattern for sleeves. Neck, cuffs and hem are worked in Rib stitch pattern.
Language: English
**Sizes:**XS (S) M (L) XL (2X) 3X (4X) to be worn with 15-20cm (6-8in) positive ease. Shown in size L.
**Yarn:**Lavender Lune, Sugar moon (80% sw merino, 20% baby alpaca; 100g (3.5oz) = 174m(191yds)).
**Yarn weight (DK/Light worsted):**400 (400) 500 (500) 600 (600) 700 (800) g 14.1 (14.1) 17.6 (17.6) 21.1 (21.1) 24.6 (28.2) oz 4 (4) 5 (5) 6 (6) 7 (8) skeins 696 (696) 870 (870) 1044 (1044) 1218 (1392) m 764 (764) 955 (955) 1146 (1146) 1337 (1528) yds
**Gauge:**10cm x 10cm (4’’ x 4’’) = 22 stitches x 28 rows in Stockinette stitch pattern after washing.10cm x 10cm (4’’ x 4’’) = 19 stitches x 30 rows in Diamond lace stitch pattern after washing.
Diamond Lavender Sweater by Neringa Ruke
Garment Overview
The Diamond Lavender sweater is a feminine, hip-length knit designed by Neringa Ruke. This intermediate-level knitting pattern features a classic boat neckline and three-quarter length balloon sleeves, making it a versatile piece suitable for pairing with jeans or casual everyday wear. The sweater is available in eight sizes ranging from XS to 4X, designed to be worn with 15-20cm (6-8 inches) of positive ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit.
Construction Method
The Diamond Lavender sweater is worked from the bottom up, allowing knitters flexibility in customizing the finished length. The body and sleeves are constructed with straight shaping, which means the pattern can be easily modified to create a longer garment with adjusted yardage calculations. This straightforward construction approach makes the pattern accessible to intermediate knitters while maintaining design sophistication.
Stitch Patterns Used
- Diamond stitch – Creates the textured, patterned fabric for the sweater body, adding visual interest and dimension to the main garment
- Stockinette stitch – Used for the three-quarter balloon sleeves, providing a smooth, classic finish that contrasts with the textured body
- Rib stitch – Applied to the neckline, cuffs, and hem for structure, elasticity, and a polished edge finish
Yarn and Materials
The Diamond Lavender sweater is designed for worsted-weight yarn, specifically showcased in Lavender Lune Sugar Moon, a premium blend of 80% superwash merino and 20% baby alpaca. This fiber composition provides softness, breathability, and durability ideal for a wearable sweater. Each 100g skein yields 174 meters (191 yards).
Yardage requirements vary by size: XS and S sizes require 696 meters (764 yards) using 4 skeins; M and L sizes need 870 meters (955 yards) with 5 skeins; XL and 2X sizes call for 1044 meters (1146 yards) with 6 skeins; 3X requires 1218 meters (1337 yards) with 7 skeins; and 4X requires 1392 meters (1528 yards) with 8 skeins.
Knitting Needles
Specific needle size information is referenced in the complete pattern documentation and should be consulted for proper gauge and construction.
Design Features
The Diamond Lavender sweater combines feminine styling with simple, elegant construction. The boat neckline creates a flattering, versatile silhouette, while the balloon sleeves add contemporary flair without excessive complexity. The diamond stitch pattern on the body provides textural interest that elevates the design beyond basic stockinette, making this an engaging intermediate project that produces a sophisticated finished garment.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 10 |
| Designer: | Neringa Ruke |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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