Hufflepuff-Inspired Sweater with 'Lindsey' and Badger Signet - Knitting and Crochet Options

This pattern creates a cozy, sport-to-worsted weight sweater inspired by the Hufflepuff house aesthetic: warm yellow and contrasting black, with a simplified stylized badger signet in a shield on the chest and the name Lindsey integrated. This is an original design that is only inspired by classic house motifs; the signet here is a simplified, stylized badger silhouette inside a shield so it is easy to stitch or embroider.

Summary

• Construction: Top-down raglan yoke, body worked in the round to hem, sleeves set by raglan shaping worked in the round and then split to work in the round to cuffs
• Skill level: Intermediate (basic colorwork, intarsia or duplicate stitch, shaping)
• Final look: Front chest features a centered shield signet about 10 cm / 4 in tall and the name Lindsey above or below the shield depending on preference

Materials

• Yarn: Worsted weight / aran weight. Example gauge yarn size: 200 yds (183 m) per 100 g skein. Use a smooth, light-reflective yarn for clean intarsia/duplicate stitch. Fiber choice: wool or wool-blend recommended for stitch definition and warmth.
• Yarns by color (approximate totals given below by size): Base color (BC) - warm yellow; Contrast color 1 (CC1) - black; Small amount of Contrast color 2 (CC2) - cream or dark brown for small detailing in the badge if desired.
• Needles - knitting:

• Main circular needles: US 7 to 9 (Metric 4.5 mm to 5.5 mm; UK old sizing 7 to 5). Recommended for worsted weight: US 8 / 5.0 mm / UK 6 for main gauge; keep smaller needles for ribbing.
• Ribbing needles: US 7 / 4.5 mm / UK 7 (or one size down from main needle if needed to obtain gauge)
• Circular needle lengths: 32 in / 80 cm for body, 16 in / 40 cm for small circumference magic loop for sleeves if required
• Double-pointed needles if preferred for small sleeves: same size as circular

Knitting needle size summary (used in pattern):

• US 7 - UK old 7 - Metric 4.5 mm
• US 8 - UK old 6 - Metric 5.0 mm
• US 9 - UK old 5 - Metric 5.5 mm

Crochet (for applique name and signet alternative or crocheted sweater option)

• Hook sizes: US I-9 / 5.5 mm, US H-8 / 5.0 mm, and US G-6 / 4.0 mm for detail work. Provide equivalents as Metric and UK old where useful: 5.5 mm (UK old 5), 5.0 mm (UK old 6), 4.0 mm (UK old 8).

Yarn Amounts (approximate)

Yardage and meters include extra for colorwork and swatching. Quantities are cumulative of all colors; separate by color as preferred.

• Size S (32-34 in bust): 900 yds / 822 m ~ 4 skeins (100 g / 200 yds per skein)
• Size M (36 in): 1050 yds / 960 m ~ 5 skeins
• Size L (40 in): 1200 yds / 1097 m ~ 6 skeins
• Size XL (44 in): 1350 yds / 1235 m ~ 7 skeins
• Size 2X (48 in): 1500 yds / 1371 m ~ 8 skeins
• Size 3X (52 in): 1650 yds / 1509 m ~ 9 skeins

Color approximate split for a sweater dominated by BC (yellow): BC 70-80% of yardage, CC1 (black) 15-25% for signet and name, CC2 small amount 5% for accent stitches if used.

Gauge

Stockinette stitch: 18 sts and 24 rows = 4 in / 10 cm on US 8 / 5.0 mm after blocking. IMPORTANT: Gauge for colorwork intarsia may pull fabric tighter; swatch using the chosen colorwork method.

Finished Measurements (approximate chest circumference)

• S 34 in / 86 cm
• M 38 in / 97 cm
• L 42 in / 107 cm
• XL 46 in / 117 cm
• 2X 50 in / 127 cm
• 3X 54 in / 137 cm

Ease: Pattern includes 2-6 in / 5-15 cm positive ease. Adjust needle size or block to alter ease.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• k = knit
• p = purl
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• k2tog = knit two together
• m1 = make one increase (left-leaning or specified)
• rnd = round
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side
• MC = main color (BC)
• CC = contrast color

Notes

1. Two ways to get the name and signet on the sweater: a) Intarsia colorwork while knitting the front panel, or b) Knit the front in MC and add the name and signet afterwards with duplicate stitch or embroidery. Duplicate stitch is simpler and recommended for beginner colorworkers.
2. The signet size used in instructions is approx 10 cm / 4 in tall by 8 cm / 3 in wide on the breast. You can scale the chart up or down; gauge will affect final measurement.
3. When doing intarsia, use bobbins or small balls and twist colors at joins to avoid holes. For the name, use stranded knitting only if you carry floats no longer than 5 sts; otherwise intarsia or duplicate stitch.

Stitch Pattern

Ribbing: k2, p2 in the round for 2.5 in / 6 cm for hem and cuffs. Body: stockinette in the round.

Sizing and Cast-On

This pattern uses raglan increases to shape the yoke. The cast-on stitches depend on desired size and neck finish. Below is a suggested cast-on for a comfortable neckline that will accommodate raglan increases and name/signet placement.

• S: CO 160 sts
• M: CO 176 sts
• L: CO 192 sts
• XL: CO 208 sts
• 2X: CO 224 sts
• 3X: CO 240 sts

Work hem ribbing for 2.5 in on smaller needles, then switch to main needles and begin raglan yoke.

Yoke and Raglan Shaping

Setup: Place 4 raglan markers to divide body and sleeves. The raglan increases are made every RS round as follows: k to 1 st before marker, m1, k2 (marker between), m1. This yields 8 increases per round. Continue until desired yoke depth is reached or when front stitches are enough to accommodate the chest width when separated.

Example yoke increase rounds (top-down):

1. Work round with markers as established. On each raglan line increase round, make increases as described. Alternate increase rounds with 1-3 rounds of plain knit to spread increases if desired.
2. Continue increasing until you have about the following number of garment body sts after separating sleeves (these are guideline totals; adjust to taste and gauge):

• S: ~180-200 body sts after separation
• M: ~200-220
• L: ~220-240
• XL: ~240-260
• 2X: ~260-280
• 3X: ~280-300

Placing Name and Signet

Decide whether you want the name above the signet, below, or arched over the top. For intarsia, the pattern should be worked into the front section when the signet/chest area is between raglan increases and before sleeve separation. If using duplicate stitch, knit the entire yoke and body in MC and add the stitched details after blocking.

Chart and Lettering

Use a 7-stitch tall font for each capital letter when working in stranded/duplicate stitch, or scale a chart to taste. The name Lindsey is 7 letters; at 7 sts per letter with 1-2 sts spacing it will fit comfortably across a chest panel width of about 45-60 sts depending on font. Alternatively, use a pre-made charting tool to graph the letters into your stitch count.

Simplified Signet Chart (stylized shield and badger)

This is a small pixel-style chart 21 columns by 21 rows. Legend: X = CC1 (black), O = BC (yellow), . = background to be MC if you are intarsia-ing the shield separately. You can duplicate-stitch this chart onto the finished sweater as well.

Row21: .....OOOOOOO.....
Row20: ...OOOOXXXXOOOO...
Row19: ..OOXXXXXXXXOO..
Row18: .OOXXXXXXOOXXXXOO.
Row17: .OXXXXXX..XXXXXXO.
Row16: OXXXXXX....XXXXXXO
Row15: OXXXXX......XXXXXO
Row14: OXXXX........XXXXO
Row13: OXXX..........XXXO
Row12: OXX....XXXX....XXO
Row11: OX....XXXXXX....XO
Row10: OX....XXXXXX....XO
Row09: OXX....XXXX....XXO
Row08: OXXX..........XXXO
Row07: OXXXX........XXXXO
Row06: OXXXXX......XXXXXO
Row05: .OXXXXXX....XXXXOO.
Row04: .OOXXXXXXOOXXXXOO.
Row03: ..OOXXXXXXXXOO..
Row02: ...OOOOXXXXOOOO...
Row01: .....OOOOOOO.....

Interpretation notes: this is reduced and stylized, not a photographic portrait. Center the chart on the front panel. Each chart cell equals one knit stitch in the round. If you prefer a mirrored shield, rotate the chart as desired.

Intarsia Instructions for the Signet

1. When the front panel reaches the vertical position where the signet should be, begin intarsia across the number of stitches corresponding roughly to the chart width. Use multiple bobbins and twist yarns at color changes to avoid holes.
2. Work the chart from bottom row up. For stitches outside the chart area continue knitting in MC.
3. After completing the chart, carry MC and CC tails neatly and weave in ends, or attach new strands as needed for the remainder of the yoke and body.

Duplicate Stitch Method (recommended for easier finishing)

1. Knit entire sweater in MC.
2. After blocking, place a printed copy of the signet chart on top of the sweater and use pins to outline the motif.
3. With tapestry needle and stranded work, use duplicate stitch to create each 'pixel' following the chart, covering one knit stitch per chart square. This preserves fabric elasticity and saves on managing many yarn bobbins while knitting.

Separating Body and Sleeves

1. When raglan shaping reaches required depth, place sleeve sts on holders and join body sts in the round for the torso.
2. Work body until desired length minus hem ribbing, end with k2, p2 ribbing for hem, bind off in pattern.

Sleeves

1. Transfer sleeve sts to needles, pick up extra sts at underarm as desired, work in the round decreasing 1 st every 6-8 rounds until reaching cuff circumference comfortable for wrist.
2. Work ribbing in k2, p2 for 2.5 in / 6 cm, bind off loosely.

Finishing

1. Weave in ends and block gently to shape. Keep blocking to match gauge and chart scale so the signet appears crisp.
2. If using duplicate stitch for the name, stitch the letters now. Use a chain stitch or backstitch in embroidery to embellish if desired.

Alternative: Crochet Appliquu00E9

If you prefer not to intarsia or duplicate stitch, crocheted appliquu00E9s are fast to make and sew on.

1. Crochet a small shield in BC with black badger silhouette crocheted or embroidered on top. Use tapestry crochet or surface slip-stitch techniques to create a compact motif.
2. Sew appliquu00E9 onto the chest with matching thread and secure edges neatly.

Lettering Options

For the name Lindsay you can use either block letters in intarsia/duplicate stitch or chain-stitched script embroidery. A block-letter chart, 7 sts wide by 9-11 rows tall per letter, is easiest for intarsia or duplicate stitch.

Sizing Adjustments and Notes

• To change finished size, alter initial CO and/or increase rounds in the yoke. Keep ratio of sleeve to body stitches balanced when separating.
• If you want a lower neckline, cast on fewer sts and/or work fewer raglan increases before separating.

Care

Follow yarn manufacturer care instructions. For wool, hand wash or gentle machine wash on wool cycle and lay flat to dry to preserve shape and color. Duplicate stitch and appliquu00E9 should be secured with blocking and a final pass of invisible stitches if needed.

Abbreviated Pattern Example for Size M (one concrete walk-through)

1. CO 176 sts on US 7, join, work k2, p2 ribbing 2.5 in. Switch to US 8.
2. Set up raglan markers: divide sts into sleeves and body as evenly as comfortable, insert 4 markers to mark raglan lines. Example distribution: Sleeve1 44 sts / Front 44 / Sleeve2 44 / Back 44 with markers between each section.
3. Work raglan increases as specified every 8th row until front section reaches enough sts to accommodate signet placement (approx 12-14 raglan increase rounds). If intarsia, begin signet when front has vertical position ready.
4. Separate sleeves onto holders, join body in round, and work until body measures 16-18 in from underarm. Work hem ribbing and bind off.
5. Sleeves: Transfer sts, decrease evenly to ~40 sts, work until 16-17 in from underarm, rib cuff and bind off.

Resources and Tools

• Small bobbins for intarsia
• Tapestry needle for duplicate stitch
• Stitch markers for raglan lines
• Printed chart and washable fabric pen for placement

Designer Notes

This pattern is an original, fan-inspired design that gives you the option to create a personalized sweater for Lindsey with a stylized badger signet. It is intended for home use and gifting; avoid reproducing official logos or copyrighted artwork. Make the project your own by adjusting scale, colors, and lettering style.

Support and Licensing

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