Product Description
"Cozy, classic, and lusciously textured, The Hawthorn Sweater features a beautiful double-knit collar, a gorgeous textured pattern throughout, a classic raglan construction with a scooped crew neckline, and a relaxed fit. This beautiful winter woolen is a truly timeless staple in any wardrobe and a delightful sweater to knit."
☑ Skill Level: Intermediate (links to helpful video tutorials provided). All Darling Jadore patterns come with a Stitch Glossary containing written instructions and links to numerous video tutorials for the stitches and techniques required by the pattern. ☑ Stitch chart included, for reference ☑ Fit: This sweater is designed as a slightly oversized, relaxed-fitting sweater with approximately approx. 6” (15.24 cm) of positive ease ☑ Construction: Seamlessly knitted top-down on circular knitting needles (i.e., raglan)
The Hawthorn Sweater by Darling Jadore
Project Overview
The Hawthorn Sweater is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by independent designer Darling Jadore. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a classic pullover sweater suitable for knitters with foundational skills and experience working with basic garment construction techniques.
What Is Being Made
The Hawthorn Sweater is a knitted pullover sweater available in multiple sizes to accommodate various body measurements. The pattern includes detailed yardage specifications across nine different size options, ranging from approximately 1,005 yards to 1,200 yards of yarn depending on the chosen size. This versatility makes it an accessible project for different body types and preferences.
Knitting Techniques and Construction
This sweater pattern employs circular knitting techniques as the primary construction method. The pattern utilizes circular knitting needles in multiple lengths to accommodate different stages of garment assembly, allowing knitters to work seamlessly in the round rather than seaming pieces together.
- Circular needle work: The pattern calls for U.S. Size 7 (4.5 mm) circular knitting needles in three different lengths—16" (40.64 cm), 24" (60.96 cm), and 36"+ (91.44 cm)—to manage increasing stitch counts as the sweater body expands and then decreases for the neckline.
- Double-pointed needle option: For knitters who prefer traditional methods, four U.S. Size 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed knitting needles are provided as an alternative option for working the sleeves, offering flexibility in technique preference.
Yarn Specifications and Materials
The Hawthorn Sweater is designed to work with medium or worsted-weight yarn (Category 4), a versatile and commonly available yarn weight suitable for creating garments with good drape and structure. The photographed sample was created using Yarn Bee Warm & Cozy in the "Parchment" colorway, demonstrating the sweater's appeal in neutral, warm tones.
Yarn requirements vary by size, with skeins ranging from 3 to 5 skeins depending on the selected size. Total yardage requirements span from approximately 1,005 yards (918.972 meters) for the smallest size to 1,200 yards (1097.28 meters) for the largest size, allowing knitters to plan their material purchases accurately and select complementary yarn options that meet these specifications.
Needle Requirements
All needles specified for this pattern are U.S. Size 7 (4.5 mm), maintaining consistent gauge throughout the sweater construction. This standardized needle size simplifies the knitting process and ensures proper fabric density and drape across all garment sections.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Darling Jadore |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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