Park Sweater in Viking Of Norway - UK-2316-73 - Downloadable PDF

Park Sweater in Viking Garn - Knitted Alpaca Design

What is Being Made

The Park sweater is a classic pullover design created by designer Turid Stapnes for Viking of Norway. This garment is constructed as a seamless raglan-style sweater, meaning the sleeves are joined to the body with diagonal decreases that create the characteristic raglan shaping from the underarm to the neckline. The sweater is available in six sizes ranging from x/small through xx/large, with chest measurements from 90 cm to 140 cm, accommodating a wide range of body types.

Knitting Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques. The garment is worked in the round using circular needles, which allows for seamless construction and continuous stocking stitch fabric. The raglan shaping is achieved through strategic decreases worked at four join points on every 2nd, 4th, 6th, or 8th round depending on the size being knitted. The pattern requires slip-stitch decreases (slip next stitch, knit one, pass slipped stitch over) executed at all four raglan joins to create symmetrical shaping. The neckband is worked separately after the body and sleeves are complete, using a smaller needle size to create a fitted ribbed edge.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used throughout the Park sweater is stocking stitch (stockinette stitch), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a recognizable V-pattern texture on the right side. The neckband features knit one, purl one ribbing, which provides elasticity and helps the neck opening sit close to the body. Raglan decreases are incorporated strategically to shape the armholes and create the sweater's distinctive silhouette. The pattern specifies working 10 to 12 raglan decrease rounds initially, then continuing with decreases every 2nd round until the correct stitch count is reached for the neckline.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Park sweater is designed to be knitted using Alpaca Bris yarn from Viking of Norway, a luxury fiber blend consisting of 60% baby alpaca, 11% merino wool, and 29% nylon. This blend combines the softness and warmth of baby alpaca with the elasticity and durability of merino wool and nylon. The yarn is classified as cobweb weight, an exceptionally fine yarn that creates delicate, lightweight fabric ideal for garments requiring drape and breathability. Alpaca Bris is sold in 50-gram skeins. The pattern calls for 5 mm needles for the neckband ribbing, with larger circular needles used for the main body and sleeves. The natural white colorway is specified for the neckband finishing.

Finished Measurements

• Whole length ranges from 64 cm to 72 cm (25¼ to 28¼ inches) depending on size
• Sleeve length ranges from 44 cm to 48 cm (17¼ to 19 inches)
• Chest measurements available from 90 cm to 140 cm (34½ to 55 inches)

Pattern Complexity and Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic techniques and are comfortable working in the round with circular needles. The pattern requires understanding of raglan shaping, decreases, and the ability to follow sizing instructions across multiple measurements. The use of cobweb-weight yarn adds a level of delicacy to the project, as working with finer yarns demands attention to tension and stitch clarity.