Oversize Mohair Cobweb

Oversize Mohair Cobweb Sweater by Maria Sycheva

What Is Being Made

The Oversize Mohair Cobweb is a knitted sweater designed by independent designer Maria Sycheva. This garment features an oversize fit available in size S/M (34/36 inches) and showcases a distinctive cobweb stitch pattern. The design combines luxurious mohair yarn with a relaxed, contemporary silhouette, making it an ideal project for creating a cozy, statement-making layering piece or standalone sweater.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This sweater employs fundamental knitting construction techniques suitable for intermediate-level knitters. The pattern begins with a cast-on foundation and progresses through multiple stitch techniques to build the garment. The construction utilizes garter stitch for the initial foundation rows, providing a textured, reversible base. The main body features the signature cobweb stitch pattern, which creates an open, lacy appearance characteristic of lightweight, breathable knitwear. Proper gauge swatching and blocking are emphasized as essential steps to ensure accurate fit and finished dimensions.

Stitches Used

• Garter stitch – used for the opening rows, created by knitting every row
• Stockinette stitch – the primary stitch structure for gauge measurement
• Cobweb stitch pattern – the decorative lace pattern that defines the sweater's aesthetic

Yarn and Materials

The Oversize Mohair Cobweb pattern recommends ALIZE "Mohair classic" yarn, available in two formulations. The original blend contains 70% wool and 30% acrylic (200 meters per 100 grams), requiring 2 balls for completion. The newer ALIZE "Mohair classic" variation offers 26% mohair, 24% wool, and 51% acrylic in the same yardage (200m/100g), also requiring 2 balls. The pattern specifies a worsted weight yarn and permits substitution with alternative yarns matching the specified knitting density. Knitting needles are provided in two size options to accommodate different knitting tensions: 10mm (US 15) needles or 8mm (US 11) needles.

Gauge and Needle Selection

Gauge varies depending on needle choice. Using 10mm (US 15) needles, the pattern calls for 7 stitches and 10 rows per 10 centimeters (4 inches) in stockinette stitch. With 8mm (US 11) needles, the gauge increases to 10 stitches and 17 rows per 10 centimeters (4 inches) in stockinette stitch. The pattern explicitly recommends knitting and blocking a gauge swatch before beginning the main project. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size based on their individual tension: those who knit tightly (producing more stitches and rows than required) should use thicker needles, while looser knitters should select thinner needles to achieve the correct gauge.