This pattern will guide you through creating a cozy and stylish sweater for men. The sweater features a classic crew neck and is designed to provide a comfortable fit. Let's get started!
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
This pattern is written for the following sizes: Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large)
Front:
Using the circular needles, cast on 94 (104, 114, 124) stitches.
Work in stockinette stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) for 10 inches (25 cm).
Next, shape the armholes:
Continue working in stockinette stitch for 3 inches (7.5 cm).
Next, shape the neck:
Work each side of the neck separately.
Continue working in stockinette stitch for 2 inches (5 cm), then bind off all stitches.
Back:
Using the circular needles, cast on 94 (104, 114, 124) stitches.
Work in stockinette stitch for 13 inches (33 cm).
Next, shape the armholes:
Continue working in stockinette stitch for 3 inches (7.5 cm), then bind off all stitches.
Sleeves:
Using the double-pointed needles, cast on 44 (48, 52, 56) stitches.
Work in stockinette stitch for 17 inches (43 cm), then bind off all stitches.
Repeat for the second sleeve.
Finishing:
Using the tapestry needle, sew the front to the back at the shoulders. Sew the sleeves to the armholes, making sure to align the bound-off edges with the bound-off edges of the armhole.
Using the crochet hook, work a round of single crochet stitches around the neck and the sleeve cuffs for a finished look.
Weave in any loose ends and trim off excess yarn.
Your mens sweater is now complete! Enjoy wearing or gifting it.