This sweater pattern is inspired by the graceful beauty of a willow tree. It features a delicate lace pattern that resembles the cascading branches of a willow tree. The sweater is worked from the top down in one piece, with raglan sleeves and a comfortable and relaxed fit.
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch.
This pattern is written for sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL). Please refer to the size chart below for detailed measurements:
| Size | Bust (inches) | Bust (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 30-32 | 76-81 |
| S | 34-36 | 86-91 |
| M | 38-40 | 97-102 |
| L | 42-44 | 107-112 |
| XL | 46-48 | 117-122 |
| 2XL | 50-52 | 127-132 |
| 3XL | 54-56 | 137-142 |
CO: Cast on
K: Knit
P: Purl
k2tog: Knit two stitches together
p2tog: Purl two stitches together
ty: Yarn over
Raglan Increases
Using the crochet hook, make a provisional cast on of 8 stitches (this will be the underarm). Remove the crochet hook and pick up the stitches with the circular needle.
Setup Round: K2, place marker, K1, place marker, knit until 2 stitches remain, place marker, K1, place marker, K2
Round 1 (Increase Round): K1, ty, knit to marker, ty, SM, k1, sm, ty, knit to marker, ty, SM, k1, sm, ty, knit to marker, ty, SM, k1, sm, ty, knit to marker, ty, SM, K1, ty, knit to end of round
Repeat Increase Round every alternate round a total of 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) more times. Note: For 2XL and 3XL sizes, only work increases until there are a total of 32 stitches between markers.
Body
Continue working in stockinette stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) until the body measures approximately 11 (11, 12, 12, 13, 13, 14) inches from the underarm.
Lace Pattern for Willow Tree Branches
Row 1 (Right Side): K2, *p2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k2; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, k2
Row 2: Purl all stitches
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 of the lace pattern until the lace section measures approximately 4 (4, 4.5, 4.5, 5, 5, 5.5) inches.
Ribbing
Switch to smaller circular needles.
Round 1: *K2, p2; repeat from * to end of round
Repeat Round 1 for approximately 2 (2, 2.5, 2.5, 2.5, 3, 3) inches.
Bind Off
Bind off all stitches in pattern. Weave in all loose ends and block your sweater to measurements.
Sew the underarm stitches closed using the mattress stitch. Weave in any remaining loose ends.
Congratulations, your beautiful Willow Tree Sweater is now ready to be worn and admired!