Intarsia Pullover Pattern

This intarsia pullover is a fun and challenging project that will showcase your colorwork skills. The pullover features a bold geometric design on the front and back, with solid sleeves to balance the look. Detailed instructions are provided for the intarsia technique to create clean color changes.

Materials

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in 3 contrasting colors
US Needle Size: 8 / UK Old Needle Size: 5 / Metric Needle Size: 5mm
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch markers
Measuring tape
Blocking tools

Gauge

20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Sizes

This pattern is available in sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL) to fit chest circumference 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54) inches.

Instructions

Using the first color, cast on the required number of stitches for the size you are making.
Work in stockinette stitch for the hem ribbing.
Begin the intarsia chart for the front panel, following the colorwork pattern.
Continue working the front panel in intarsia, incorporating shaping as necessary.
Join the front and back panels at the shoulders using the three-needle bind off method.
Pick up stitches around the armholes and knit the sleeves in the solid color.
Join the side seams and sleeve seams using mattress stitch.
Weave in all ends and block the finished pullover to measurements.

Finishing

Once blocked, your intarsia pullover is ready to wear or gift to a loved one. Enjoy the striking colorwork design and the satisfaction of completing a complex knit project!