This pattern will guide you through knitting your own Bohus sweater. Bohus knitting originated in Sweden in the 1930s and is known for its intricate colorwork and beautiful designs.
28 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette stitch
This pattern is available in sizes S (M, L, XL, XXL)
1. Cast on 220 (240, 260, 280, 300) stitches using MC.
2. Work in 2x2 ribbing (K2, P2) for 2 inches.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch and begin colorwork pattern as follows:
Row 1 (RS): K2 with MC, *K2 with CC1, K2 with MC; repeat from * to end of row.
Row 2 (WS): P2 with MC, *P2 with CC1, P2 with MC; repeat from * to end of row.
4. Continue working in colorwork pattern, following the chart provided. Remember to carry unused colors along the back of the work.
5. Work even in stockinette stitch until the sweater measures 20 (22, 24, 26, 28) inches from cast on edge, ending with a RS row.
6. Shape the neckline:
Next row (WS): Purl across 96 (104, 112, 120, 128) stitches, place marker, purl across 28 stitches, place marker, purl across remaining stitches.
Next row (RS): Knit across to first marker, remove marker, knit to second marker, remove marker, knit across to end.
7. Continue working in stockinette stitch on the back and sleeves. Decrease 1 stitch on each side of the markers every other row until there are 3 stitches left between the markers.
8. Bind off all stitches.
1. Seam the sides and sleeves.
2. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
Your beautiful Bohus sweater is now complete and ready to wear!