Oras

Oras Sweater by Anna Johanna

What is Being Made

Oras is a charming knitted sweater featuring an all-over motif of sprouts and flowers. Designed by independent designer Anna Johanna, this piece is a cute, wearable garment available in a wide range of sizes from XS through 5XL. The sweater is intended to be worn with positive ease, offering a comfortable, relaxed fit rather than a fitted silhouette.

Size Range and Fit

The Oras sweater is offered in nine size options organized into four groups: XS-S-M, M2-L-XL, 2XL-3XL-4XL, and 5XL. The designer recommends choosing a size with approximately 3.25 inches (8 centimeters) of positive ease at the bust circumference to achieve the intended relaxed fit.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level knitting project employs colorwork techniques to create the sprout and flower motifs across the sweater body. The pattern utilizes two colors—a main color (MC) and a contrasting color (CC)—worked together to build the decorative design elements. The construction involves working flat or in the round using circular needles, with the option to work sleeves on double-pointed needles if preferred.

Yarn and Materials

Oras is designed for fingering weight yarn, specifically showcased in Wetterhoff Sivilla, a premium blend of 70% wool and 30% silk. This yarn weight classification corresponds to 4-ply yarn, offering excellent stitch definition for the colorwork pattern. The silk content provides a subtle sheen and drape to the finished sweater.

• Yardage Requirements (Main Color): Ranges from 670 yards (615 meters) for size XS up to 1,420 yards (1,295 meters) for size 5XL
• Yardage Requirements (Contrasting Color): Ranges from 565 yards (515 meters) for size XS up to 1,190 yards (1,085 meters) for size 5XL
• Skein Quantities (Main Color): 3 skeins for sizes XS-M, 4 skeins for sizes M2-XL, and 5-6 skeins for sizes 2XL-5XL
• Skein Quantities (Contrasting Color): 3 skeins for sizes XS-M, 3-4 skeins for sizes M2-XL, and 4-5 skeins for sizes 2XL-5XL

Needles and Tools

The pattern calls for US 2½ (3.0 mm) and US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles, each 40 inches (100 centimeters) in length. Double-pointed needles in the same sizes are optional for knitters who prefer to work sleeves using that method. Needle size may be adjusted based on individual gauge and yarn choice.

Skill Level

Oras is rated as an intermediate-level knitting project, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle colorwork techniques and garment construction across multiple sizes.

Pattern Support and Licensing

This pattern is available for personal, non-commercial use only. Pattern support is provided by designer Anna Johanna through Ravelry messaging (annaj0hanna) or email (annajohannadesigns@gmail.com). All rights are reserved by Anna Johanna as of 2020.