Product Description
A striped boxy raglan pullover with a lovely picot neckband. You can combine all your favorite colors. Every stripe is pure fun during knitting – resulting in a feel-good pullover. Make this one to your own – use your favorite colors and knit your favorite sleeve – short or 7/8 length… a small optional lace band at the sides of the body gives a feminine appearance.
Yarn Lino by Luxxyarns (90% Merino, 10% Linen ; 366meters (400 yards) per 100g) in two colors.
For one color version: Size 1-5 3 skeins of Lino Size 6-9 4 skeins of Lino Size 5 5 skeins of Lino or approx: 800 (870, 920, 1000, 1070, 1150, 1250, 1350, 1450, 1550) m
For a two colored version like shown in sample you´ll need approx. 57% MC und 43% CC --> Size 1 2 MC + 1 CC skeins of Lino Size 2-7 2 MC + 2 CC skeins of Lino Size 8 - 10 3 MC + 2 CC skeins of Lino
One More Stripe Sweater by Aniknits
What is Being Made
The One More Stripe Sweater is a striped raglan pullover featuring a playful Mäusezähnchen (mouse tooth) neckline. This design celebrates color creativity, allowing knitters to combine multiple favorite colors throughout the project. The sweater is available in 10 sizes, ranging from size 1 to size 10, with a finished bust circumference of 90 to 136 cm (approximately 35 to 53 inches). The pattern offers flexibility for customization, including options for short sleeves or 7/8-length sleeves, making it a versatile wardrobe staple.
Knitting Techniques Used
This intermediate-level knitting project employs raglan construction, a classic technique where sleeve increases are worked from the neckline down, creating diagonal shaping lines from the neck to the underarms. The design incorporates striped colorwork, allowing knitters to work horizontal color changes throughout the body and sleeves. The distinctive Mäusezähnchen neckline adds textural interest and demonstrates intermediate shaping techniques. The pattern encourages creative color experimentation, enabling knitters to work as many colors as desired while maintaining the striped aesthetic throughout each row.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the construction utilizes fundamental knitting stitches appropriate for an intermediate-level garment. The Mäusezähnchen neckline detail represents a decorative edging technique that adds visual and textural dimension to the neck opening.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
The One More Stripe Sweater is designed to be worked in 4-ply yarn weight, specifically using Lino by Luxxyarns. This yarn is composed of 90% Merino wool and 10% linen, offering a blend of warmth and breathability. Each skein provides 366 meters (400 yards) per 100 grams.
Yarn requirements vary by size and color version:
- Monochrome Version: Sizes 1–5 require 3 strands of Lino; sizes 6–9 require 4 strands; size 10 requires 5 strands
- Two-Color Version (as shown): The pattern uses approximately 57% main color and 43% contrast color. Size 1 uses 2 main color and 1 contrast color strand; sizes 2–7 use 2 main color and 2 contrast color strands; sizes 8–10 use 3 main color and 2 contrast color strands
The pattern calls for needles sized 3.25 mm, appropriate for working with 4-ply yarn to achieve proper fabric density and drape.
Pattern Overview
Designed by Aniknits (Ani Kopatz) in 2021, this downloadable PDF pattern presents a mood-boosting sweater that celebrates the joy of color and stripe work. The sample shown features size 2 with 4 cm of positive ease for comfortable wear. The pattern's flexibility encourages personal customization, making it an ideal project for knitters seeking creative expression within a structured garment design.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Aniknits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, German |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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