This raglan sweater pattern features a charming wave pattern across three horizontal rows, adding a touch of texture and visual interest to your project.
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
This pattern is written for sizes S (M, L, XL). To fit bust measurement: 32-34 (36-38, 40-42, 44-46) inches.
Using long-tail cast on, cast on 100 (112, 124, 136) stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beginning of round.
Work in 2x2 ribbing (K2, P2) for 2 inches.
Switch to stockinette stitch and work even until piece measures 10 inches from cast on edge.
Row 1: K6, *P4, K4; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, K6.
Row 2: P6, *K4, P4; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, P6.
Row 3: Repeat Row 1.
Row 4: Purl all stitches.
Repeat these 4 rows 3 more times for a total of 12 rows of waves.
Continue working in stockinette stitch, while incorporating raglan increases as follows:
Every other round: Knit to 2 stitches before marker, KFB, K2, slip marker, K2, KFB; repeat for each raglan seam.
Continue until raglan measures 8 (8.5, 9, 9.5) inches.
Transfer sleeve stitches to stitch holders or waste yarn (25, 28, 31, 34 sts). Cast on 4 underarm stitches. Join body stitches in the round.
Continue in stockinette stitch until body measures 16 (16.5, 17, 17.5) inches from underarm.
Switch to 2x2 ribbing and work for 2 inches. Bind off in pattern.
Transfer sleeve stitches back to needles. Pick up 4 underarm stitches. Work in stockinette stitch until sleeve measures 16 (16.5, 17, 17.5) inches from underarm. Switch to 2x2 ribbing and work for 2 inches. Bind off in pattern.
Weave in ends and block your sweater to desired measurements.
Enjoy your beautifully textured raglan sweater with waves!