Oversized Sweater with Set-In Sleeves Knitting Pattern
Description:
Stay cozy and stylish with this oversized sweater featuring set-in sleeves and a half fisherman's rib pattern. Knitted from the top down, this pattern allows for customization of length and fit for a truly personalized garment.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Bulky weight yarn (UK Chunky, US 12 ply) in your choice of color - approximately 1200-1500 yards (1100-1370 meters)
- Needles: US 10 (UK 5, 6mm) circular needles and set of double-pointed needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
Gauge:
14 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in half fisherman's rib
Sizing:
This pattern is written for sizes S (M, L, XL) with finished bust measurements of 40 (44, 48, 52) inches. The sweater is designed to be worn with approximately 10-12 inches of positive ease.
Instructions:
- Using long-tail cast on, cast on 90 (100, 110, 120) stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist stitches. Place marker for beginning of round.
- Work in half fisherman's rib pattern as follows:
Round 1: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end.
Round 2: Knit the purl stitches and purl the knit stitches. - Continue in half fisherman's rib pattern until work measures approximately 6 inches.
- Shape raglan increases: *K1, M1R, K to 1 stitch before marker, M1L, repeat from * 3 more times, knit to end.
- Continue in half fisherman's rib, working raglan increases every other round, until there are 50 (56, 62, 68) stitches between markers.
- Separate sleeves: Transfer sleeve stitches to waste yarn or stitch holder. Cast on 8 (10, 12, 14) stitches under each arm.
- Body: Work in half fisherman's rib on body stitches until desired length.
- Join sleeves: Place sleeve stitches back on needles. Pick up and knit 2 stitches under each arm. Work in half fisherman's rib across all stitches.
- Continue in half fisherman's rib until sweater reaches desired length. Bind off loosely.
- Weave in ends and block sweater to measurements.