Eleven Acres

Eleven Acres Pullover by Autumn and Indigo

What Is Being Made

The Eleven Acres Pullover is a knitted crewneck sweater designed as a beginner-friendly project. This downloadable PDF pattern offers nine size options, ranging from a finished bust of 36.5 inches (82.5 cm) to 67.5 inches (171.5 cm), making it suitable for a wide range of body measurements. The design is shown in a sample size 2 with positive ease of 6 inches (15 cm), allowing for a comfortable, relaxed fit. The pattern recommends selecting a finished size that provides 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) of positive ease for optimal wear.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This pullover is constructed using circular knitting techniques, which create seamless fabric and allow for easy in-the-round construction. The pattern employs a top-down or in-the-round method, as evidenced by the use of circular needles and double-pointed needles (DPNs) for different sections. The sweater features ribbed detailing at the neckline, cuffs, and waistband, which provides structure and helps the garment maintain its shape. The body is worked on larger circular needles, while the smaller needles are used for the fitted ribbed sections, creating definition and a polished finish.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The Eleven Acres Pullover utilizes ribbed knit stitches for the neckline, cuffs, and waistband ribbing. These ribbed sections provide elasticity and help the garment fit snugly at the edges while the body is worked in what is typically stockinette stitch for a smooth, classic pullover appearance. The combination of ribbing and stockinette creates visual interest and functional structure throughout the design.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern recommends Autumn and Indigo Home DK yarn, a DK weight yarn composed of 70% Finn and 30% Merino, offering a blend of durability and softness. Each skein provides 230 yards (210 meters) per 100 grams. The yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 931 yards (852 meters) for size 1 to 2,017 yards (1,845 meters) for size 9, requiring between 5 and 9 skeins depending on the chosen size. The sample shown is worked in the color Oat. Any DK weight yarn that achieves the specified gauge may be substituted.

Needles and Tools

The pattern calls for two needle sizes to accommodate different sections of the sweater. Needle 1 (US 5 / 3.75 mm) is used for the ribbed sections and includes a 16-inch (40 cm) circular needle for the neckline, a matching set of double-pointed needles for the cuffs, and a 24-inch (60 cm) or longer circular needle for the body ribbing at the waistband. Needle 2 (US 7 / 4.5 mm) is a 32-inch (80 cm) or larger circular needle used for knitting the main body of the sweater. This two-needle approach allows the ribbed sections to be worked at a tighter gauge for structure while the body is worked at a more relaxed gauge for drape and comfort.

Difficulty Level

Designed as a beginner-friendly knitting project, the Eleven Acres Pullover is accessible to knitters new to sweater construction. The use of circular needles and straightforward stitch patterns makes this an ideal introduction to top-down sweater knitting, while the multiple size options ensure a good fit for various body types.