What you'll need
| S, in: | 36 bust | 21 length |
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| M, in: | 38 bust | 21 length |
| L, in: | 46 bust | 22.5 length |
Katia cosmopolitan -
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5 | 5 |
Product Description
The Verano Sweater is knit in four parts: the front, the back, and two sleeves.
This pattern is written in stockinette stitch followed by a lacy grille design across the top front and back of the body and two sleeves.
If you are using different yarn I recommend choosing a yarn that is tubular and a little stretchy.
The yarn I used when creating my pattern contains viscose and polyester which add some stretchiness/give. If you use stiffer yarns, such as cotton, ensure you gauge swatch and adjust where necessary.
Verano Sweater by Yasmin Ansari
What is Being Made
The Verano Sweater is a lightweight, boxy-style jumper designed by Yasmin Ansari and knitted in four separate pieces. This advanced-level knitting project features a contemporary design combining structured stockinette stitch with delicate lacy openwork, making it an ideal garment for warmer seasons or layering.
Construction Method
The sweater is constructed using a four-piece knitting method, with the front and back panels knitted separately and the sleeves worked as individual pieces before assembly. This approach allows for precise shaping and easier customization to fit different body measurements.
Stitch Techniques and Details
The Verano Sweater employs a combination of fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques to create visual interest and structure:
- Stockinette stitch forms the main body of the front and back panels, creating a smooth, classic knit fabric
- Lattice openwork (also referred to as grille in the pattern) is featured at the top of the front and back sections, adding an elegant lacy element
- Yarn overs (YO) are used to create the openwork pattern and lace details
- Decreases including knit two together (K2tog) and slip, knit, pass over (SKPO) help shape the garment and form the lace pattern
- Slip stitch technique is incorporated for seamless transitions
- Increase stitches are used where needed for shaping the garment
- Knit and purl stitches form the foundation of all pattern work
Sleeve Design
The sleeves are knitted using the same lattice lace pattern as the upper body, creating a coordinated and flowing aesthetic. The sleeves are intentionally designed to be quite loose and relaxed through the upper arm, contrasting with fitted cuffs at the wrist for a modern, tailored finish.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
The pattern calls for 800 to 1050 metres (approximately 855 to 1140 yards) of yarn, with the exact yardage depending on which of the three sizes you select. The recommended yarn is Cosmopolitan yarn by Katia, or a similar worsted-weight alternative. Knitters will need 6mm knitting needles and a tapestry needle for seaming the four pieces together.
Sizing Options
The Verano Sweater pattern is written for three sizes with the following measurements:
- Small: 36" bust, 21" length
- Medium: 38" bust, 21" length
- Large: 46" bust, 22.5" length
Gauge and Difficulty Level
The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 25 rows over a 4x4 inch (10x10 cm) swatch when working with the recommended materials. Despite being classified as advanced difficulty, the pattern uses fundamental knitting techniques; the advanced rating reflects the combination of techniques, the lace pattern work, and the multi-piece construction requiring careful assembly and finishing.
Yarn Weight
This pattern uses worsted-weight yarn, which provides good stitch definition for both the stockinette sections and the delicate lattice openwork, while maintaining the lightweight, breathable quality appropriate for a summer sweater.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Yasmin Ansari |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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