Knitted Sweater with 3/4 Set-In Sleeves Pattern
Description:
This pattern will guide you through the process of knitting a cozy sweater with stylish 3/4 set-in sleeves. Perfect for intermediate knitters looking for a challenge.
Materials:
- Yarn: Medium Weight (4). Approximately 1000 yards (900 meters).
- Needles: US 8 (UK 6, 5mm) circular needles and double-pointed needles
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Gauge:
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch
Size:
Available in sizes S (M, L, XL). Sample size shown in the pattern is size M.
Instructions:
- Back Panel: Cast on 80 (90, 100, 110) stitches. Work in stockinette stitch until piece measures 16 (17, 18, 19) inches from cast-on edge.
- Front Panels (Make 2): Cast on 40 (45, 50, 55) stitches. Work in stockinette stitch until piece measures 16 (17, 18, 19) inches from cast-on edge.
- Joining Front and Back: Place front panels on either side of the back panel, with right sides facing. Seam the shoulders together. Leave gaps for armholes based on your desired size.
- Set-In Sleeves: Pick up stitches around the armhole gap and sleeve opening. Work in stockinette stitch for 12 rows, then decrease stitches evenly across the next row. Continue in stockinette stitch until sleeve measures 15 inches from pick-up row. Repeat for second sleeve.
- Body: Join front and back at the sides. Work in stockinette stitch until sweater measures desired length, usually 20 (21, 22, 23) inches.
- Neckline: Pick up stitches around the neckline and work in rib stitch for 1 inch. Bind off all stitches.
- Finishing: Weave in all ends and block the sweater to measurements.