Sesto Pullover in Berroco Merino 401 Chunky

Sesto Pullover in Berroco Merino 401 Chunky

What is Being Made

The Sesto Pullover is a knitted sweater designed by Tabetha Hedrick, available in nine sizes ranging from extra-small to 3X-large. This intermediate-level pullover features a classic construction with finished bust circumferences from 32 inches to 74¾ inches, accommodating a wide range of body sizes. The garment length varies slightly by size, ranging from approximately 19 inches to 23¾ inches, making it suitable for standard adult proportions. The pattern is shown modeled in size 2 with a finished bust of 37¼ inches and includes approximately 1¾ inches of positive ease for comfortable wearing.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pullover employs fundamental knitting construction methods appropriate for intermediate crafters. The garment is worked using a seamed construction, with pieces knitted separately and then joined together. The pattern utilizes circular needles for working sections of the sweater, which is a standard technique for managing larger stitch counts and creating even fabric tension. Knitters will work with both flat and circular knitting methods depending on the garment sections, making this an excellent project for developing versatility in needle techniques.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

While specific stitch pattern details are not fully visible in the provided pattern excerpt, the Sesto Pullover is constructed using fundamental knitting stitches suitable for chunky yarn weights. The intermediate skill level suggests the pattern incorporates basic stockinette stitch as the primary fabric, with potential shaping techniques such as increases and decreases for garment shaping. The seamed construction indicates that edge stitches are worked to create neat selvage edges for joining pieces together.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The Sesto Pullover is designed specifically for Berroco Merino 401 Chunky, a worsted-weight chunky yarn. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 5 balls to 12 balls of the 150-gram skeins, with the color shown being #13205 Sandcastle. This yarn weight creates a quick-knitting fabric with excellent drape and warmth, ideal for creating a cozy pullover.

Needles: The pattern calls for US size 11 (8 mm) knitting needles in two configurations. Straight or double-pointed needles in size 11 are used for flat knitting sections, while a 24-inch circular needle in the same size is recommended for working larger circumference sections. Knitters should select needles that allow them to achieve the specified gauge of 24 stitches over 4 inches in stockinette stitch with the recommended yarn.

Pattern Details and Sizing

The Sesto Pullover is offered in nine distinct sizes organized into three groups:

• Sizes 1, 2, 3: Bust circumferences of 32, 37¼, and 42¾ inches respectively
• Sizes 4, 5, 6: Bust circumferences of 48, 53¼, and 58¾ inches respectively
• Sizes 7, 8, 9: Bust circumferences of 64, 69¼, and 74¾ inches respectively

The pattern recommends approximately 0 to 4 inches of positive ease for a comfortable fit, allowing knitters to choose their preferred wearing style from close-fitting to relaxed. This flexibility in ease makes the Sesto suitable for various styling preferences and body types within each size range.