Pullovers

"Trussed and Twisted” is a top for all those who love intriguing details.
A deep neckline finished with I-cord, an unusual, symmetrical cable and openwork stitch pattern, accentuated false “seams” and interesting constructions create a garment that will satisfy every knitting adventure explorer.
The design of the sweater, with a classic shoulder line positioned further back, has been modernized here, and the sweater is knitted in one piece, completely seamless. After knitting a few rows on the back piece, stitches are picked up for the front and sleeves, after which proper shaping starts, and the sweater is worked down to the ribbing.
The modern, slightly cropped length of the sweater and ¾ length sleeves of the original are easy to change and adjust to your own preferences. The pattern is written in 11 sizes from XXS to 4XL, with separate charts for the Fronts. To save paper, print only the pages you need for your size.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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This yarn by Filcolana and its interesting color appealed instantly to me, even though the color, a deep reddish Russet, is way off from the usual suspects in my range of favorite tones.

This roomy sweater in an oversize look with lots of positive ease is worked seamlessly from the top down, neckline and shoulders are shaped with German short rows. The pattern contains two options for the neckline – either a wide rounded neckline with ribbed neckband, or – with additional yardage requirements – a cozy turtleneck.

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The neckline shaping section is charted only, while the Main Pattern comes both as chart (individually for each size) as well as in form of written-out row-by-row instructions.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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„Lexa“ is a light summer tee with wide boat neck and beautiful lace details. Loosely fitted, but not too oversized, it is worked seamlessly from the top down and shaped with short rows around the neck and shoulders.
Both Front and Back are worked flat separately to the underarm, and then joined in the lower body to be knit in one piece in the round. The garter stitch neck and sleeve bands are worked last.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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“Punchline” sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in a loose-fitting A-line shape. It features cute little eyelet details and hem and sleeve cuffs finished with a double-knitted edging. A yoke construction with sleeve increases along the raglan lines and body increases with yarn overs within the body creates an interesting shoulder line.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Unboxing” is a roomy, almost oversized sweater worked seamlessly from the top down, featuring moderately fitted sleeves and a wide neckline created by short-row shaping on both the front and back.

 Its geometric stitch pattern, found in and old knitting magazine, has intrigued me for a long time, and I’ve always wanted to use it in a sweater.

 Knit in my favorite Yakalicious yarn!

 Materials:

* Dye Dye Done Yakalicious (60% Merino, 20% Silk, 20% Yak): 100g/ 400 yards [366 meters].

4, [4, 5], 5, [5], 6 skeins or approx. 1330,  [1470, 1620], 1770, [1930], 2090 yards [1220, [1340, 1480], 1620, [1760], 1910 meters] of fingering weight yarn.

* US 2½ – 3 mm & US 3 – 3.25 mm – 24" [60 cm] & 60" [150 cm] circular needles or double pointed needles

* 4 stitch markers in one color, 1 stitch marker in a second color (BOR marker)

* stitch holders or scrap yarn

* tapestry needle

Sizes:

S, [M, L], XL, [2XL], 3XL

Finished measurements: 41, [49, 53], 61, [65], 73" [102.5, [122.5, 132.5], 152.5, [162.5], 182.5 cm] bust circumference.

 The sweater is meant to be worn with at least 7" [17.5 cm] of positive ease. The sample is size S worn with approx. 8.5" [20 cm] of ease.

Gauge:

27 sts and 35 rows per 4" [10 cm] in reverse stockinette stitch; main pattern repeat 16 sts x 32 rows = 2" [5 cm] x 3.5" [9 cm] –  both with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Pocket you, Kangaroo!” has the casual looks that make you fit in when hiking or attending games, but still gives you the gratifying comfort of a garment tailored exclusively to your unique body shape.Seamlessly constructed, this sweater has all the extra little details that provide welcome diversion during knitting and instantly show the adept viewer what an accomplished crafter you are. It has a beautiful cable panel with texture-filled argyle shapes on the front and optically slimming vertical lines on the back, a rounded neckline just deep enough to show off a pretty necklace or cleverly draped neckerchief, and snug-fitting ribbed cuffs that safely keep out wind and cold. The same ribbing is repeated at the shirt tail hemline. Best of all is the incorporated kangaroo pocket where you can keep your hands warm or carry small items.

Yarn
Miss Babs Yowza (100% Superwash Merino; 560 yards/512 meters/8 ounces/226 grams), 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4) skeins shown in Fig. Or approximately 960 (1010, 1080, 1180, 1280, 1400, 1530, 1660, 1800) yards/880 (925, 990, 1080, 1170, 1280, 1400, 1520, 1650) meters of worsted weight yarn.
For best results when working with hand dyed yarns we strongly suggest alternating skeins of the same color throughout your project.

Finished Measurements
Chest: 32 (34½, 36, 38¼, 40, 44, 46¼, 50¼, 51¼)”/81 (87.5, 91.5, 97, 101.5, 111.5, 117.5, 127.5, 137.5) cm. Shown in 36”/91.5 cm, to be worn with 0-1”/2.5cm positive ease.

Needles
US 6 4 mm circular needle, 32”/80 cm long for body and double pointed needles for sleeves.
US 4 3.5 mm circular needle, 32”/80 cm long for body ribbing, 24”/60 cm long for neck finishing and double pointed needles for sleeve ribbing.

Gauge
20 Stitches and 32 Rows = 4”/10 cm square in reverse stockinette stitch on larger needles, lightly blocked.

Notions
Two stitch markers in one color (A)
Two stitch markers in a second color (B)
One stitch marker in a third color (to mark Beginning of Round)
Locking stitch markers
Stitch holders or waste yarn
Cable needle
Tapestry needle

Published in Miss Babs Fall 2017

Pattern available in the following languages: English.

The streamlined shape of this classic boat-neck pullover is enhanced by novelty raglan lines in zigzag form and a two-color border worked in the Fair-Isle technique featuring whimsical folkloristic motifs.

Make it in your favorite color combination. Will look great paired with jeans when using a hand-dyed Blue as contrasting color, and festive in White/Gold or Black/Silver. Especially pretty when using long color repeats as contrasting color!.

Materials:

• Main Color (MC): Zagroda Merino Dream /also known as Merino Sport/erino) 100g/339 yards (310 meters); 4 (4, 5, /5, 5, 6/, 6, 6, 7) skeins or approx. 1270 (1350, 1450, /1550, 1650, 1760/, 1870, 1990, 2100) yards /1160 (1240, 1325, /1420, 1510, 1610/, 1710, 1820, 1920) meters/ of sport weight yarn that knits up to gauge.
• Contrasting Color (CC): Garnstudio Drops Delight (75% Wool, 25% Nylon): 50 g/ 191 yards /175 meters/ – 1 skein or approx. 100 (110, 120, /130, 140, 150/, 160, 170, 180) yards 90 (100, 110, /120, 130, 140/, 150, 160, 170) meters of fingering weight yarn.
• US 4 – 3.5 mm 24” /60 cm/ & 40” /100 cm/ circular needles or DPNs
• US 6 – 4 mm 24” /60 cm/ & 40” /100 cm/ circular needles or DPNs
• 8 stitch markers
• stitch holder or scrap yarn
• tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, S1, /M, L, L1/, XL, 2X, 3X)
Bust circumference: 32 (34, 36, /38, 40, 42/, 44, 48, 51)“
81 (86.5, 91.5, /96.5, 101.5, 106.5/, 112, 122, 129.5) cm.
The pullover is meant to be worn with 1 – 2” /2.5 – 5 cm/ of positive ease. The sample is shown in size M worn with 2”
/5 cm/ of positive ease at bust.
Please note that you can adjust the size by altering the number of sts cast on in the underarm section.
Check final measurements on page 6.

Gauge:
22 sts and 33 rows per 4” /10 cm/ in Stockinette stitch with larger needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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Alcomar is worked from the top down using the contiguous method, with short-row shoulder and neckline shaping.
Body shaping is achieved with sets of paired decreases and increases. The top front and back are worked flat to the underarm, where they are joined to be worked in the round.
A loose gauge creates an extra airy knitted fabric for an especially drapey sweater that is both casual and flirty.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, and German.

“Maisie” is a seamless top down raglan with short row neckline shaping and a sideways knit lace panel at the hem featuring integrated pockets. Whether the lace motif shows shoals of fish, tightly packed flower buds or even space capsules stuck in traffic is completely up to your imagination!
A quick knit from sportweight yarn with almost no finishing required, this sweater works up fast and is just the right project for those who love the feeling of accomplishment that knitting smart lace patterns offers, but still prefer casual elegance for their wardrobe.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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This stylish and elegant vest will delight you with a center flower bouquet full of unexpected twists and turns that culminate in a flattering neckline.

It’s worked almost seamlessly from the bottom up.

Pattern available in the following languages: English.

What would the ideal wardrobe be without a few staple sweaters?
Classic, yet not boring, but designed with a twist, “Evocative” is seamless bottom up sweater with memorable design elements that truly stand out.
The pleasant flow of the allover zigzag pattern, uniquely shaped asymmetrical neckline topped by a short-row-shaped neckband with decorative button and the set-in-sleeves with fake-button cuffs make this pullover an entertaining knit and a perfect match for almost everything from your closet.
Express what you feel, and knit mood and atmosphere right into this minimalistic, chic and ageless garment.
“Evocative” will look good with just about anything from denims to festive pants or pencil skirts and is destined to create impact and emotional response!

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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True beauty doesn’t need to be gaudy. In fact, sometimes, real beauty might be hidden in unexpected places where nobody thought of looking for it!

Those who take the time to search for hidden beauty will find an elegant filigreed leaf column sprouting from underneath a box pleat in the back of an otherwise unassuming garment.

Lightweight and airy with lacy leaf motifs down the sleeves and back, this completely seamless A-line sweater with up to 5 inches of positive ease and suspended shoulders is flattering for any body type and looks fabulous with everything from an elegant skirt to jeans or leggings.

Its top-down construction allows for trying on as you go to ensure the best possible fit, and should you grow so fond of the easy to memorize lacy leaf pattern that you can’t bring yourself to part with it - just continue and turn your “Wisteria Lane” into an adorable dress.

Knitting a whole sweater from light fingering weight yarn might not be for everyone, but those who are brave enough to take on this challenge will be rewarded for their endurance with a piece of genuine beauty and timeless elegance.

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Zippety” is the ultimate everyday pullover, starting from the top with a generous cowl and continued down to the hem in one piece with neck and waist shaping.
Choose either the fashionable zippered version for extra zing, or go for the more traditional no-zipper version - instructions for both versions are included in the pattern.

Pattern available in the following languages: English, German.

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Cabeladabra, the sweater with the magical cable, will delight you with a center cable full of unexpected twists and turns that culminate in a flattering neckline just right to show off all your favorite necklaces.

The sweater is worked almost seamlessly from the bottom up, featuring set-in sleeves started from short row sleeve caps and a series of double decreases for neckline and armholes.

A fast knit in Aran with impressive details, this versatile pullover that can complement almost everything from jeans to festive skirt, is going to be one of your favorites!

Pattern Available in the following languages: English, German.

Do you belong to those who can’t wait for Spring to arrive, but are reluctant to admit you’re feeling cold without a sweater? If you are like me, then “Xanti” is just the right thing to wear when you want to shed the bundled-up winter look, but still intend to stay warm when you need it.

Worked top-down in one piece from fingering weight yarn with just the right amount of positive ease, “Xanti” can be worn over a tank top, t-shirt or lightweight blouse. The decorative cable detail in the front has a visually slimming effect in all sizes and is uncomplicated to knit from six small charts for the individual cable sections. Set-in sleeves are started from a short-row sleeve cap and worked top-down in the round with the same fake purl seam and contrasting color edging as the body.

Paired with a skirt, jeans or even shorts – this casually elegant sweater knits up quickly and has all the features to become a staple of your spring wardrobe!

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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“Anna Mae” is a cozy pullover that would fit in any wardrobe.
Worked top-down, seamlessly in one piece, it is designed using two different knitting methods: traditional saddle shoulders and contiguous sleeves after the method developed by SusieM.
The twist-stitch panels add some natural shaping and keep the knitting interesting. In addition, waist shaping is included for a flattering, body-skimming fit.

 Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

“Axiom” is a seamless summer tee with an interesting lace detail. It is knit top down with raglan seam construction.

Pattern Available in the following languages: Polish, English, German, French.

“Moyen Age” is for all who enjoy the rustic looks of intricate Middle Age craftsmanship, but prefer modern wearing comfort for their own garments.

Knit almost seamlessly from the bottom up in a unique pretzel pattern, with set-in sleeves and optional bust darts for a perfect fit, this pullover can be turned into anything you want it to be: long-sleeved, short sleeved or even a sleeveless tank.

A graceful center cable is worked the length of the body to the neckline. Through a series of double decreases the neckline and armholes are shaped. A small cable is worked down the center of the sleeves adding interest and complementing the front.
Make it truly your own by choosing your personal options!

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German, French.

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“Lively” is a stylish pullover with a wide upper body and skinny sleeves.
The Reverse Stockinette allows the knitter to slip into restful automatic knitting broken up by the beauty of the cables that keep things interesting. This simple, yet attractive sweater is worked top down, completely seamless with a short row section in the shoulders and two fake seam stitches on the sides.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English.

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“Leizu” was inspired by a ready-to-wear sweater seen in an online shop. While that sweater was a simple two-color brioche pullover, I wanted to design something similar, but without the heaviness of brioche fabric, something with the look of brioche, but actually much lighter. Gorgeous Julie Asselin Leizu DK seemed just the right material to achieve this!
“Leizu” is knit top-down and seamless featuring neckline and bottom back shaping with short rows. The sweater uses two colors, starting with a contrasting color. The entire body and raglan sleeves are worked with the main color in stockinette with wide ribbed panels at the sides. The contrasting color is added in again after body and sleeves have been completed to work both torso and sleeve ribbing with two colors. It is not brioche, but actually corrugated ribbing! (A few links to helpful technique videos are added for your convenience.)

Materials: * Julie Asselin Leizu DK (90% Merino, 10% Silk): 115g/ 260 yards [238 meters]. The sample is made with colorways “Birch” (MC) and “Elephant” (CC).
You will need 4 (4, 5, [5, 5, 6], 6, 7, 7) skeins or approx. 950 (1020, 1100, [1180, 1280, 1380], 1480, 1580, 1680) yards [870 (930, 1000, [1080, 1170, 1260], 1350, 1450, 1540) meters] of any DK weight yarn in MC
and 1 skein or approx. 110 (120, 130, [140, 160, 180], 200, 220, 260) yards [100 (110, 120, [130, 150, 160], 180, 200, 240) meters] of any DK weight yarn in CC.
* US 4 – 3.5 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* US 6 – 4 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* US 7 – 4.5 mm 24" [60 cm] & 40" [100 cm] circular needles or DPNs
* 4 stitch markers
* Stitch holder or scrap yarn
* tapestry needle

Sizes:
XS (S, M, [M1, L, L1], XL, XXL, 3XL)
To fit: 30 (34, 36, [38, 40, 42], 44, 48, 52)"
[76 (86, 91.5, [96.5, 101.5, 106,5], 111.5, 122, 132) cm] bust circumference. The sweater is meant to be worn with up to 2" [5 cm] of positive ease (already incorporated into the pattern).

Gauge:
20 sts and 26 rows per 4" [10 cm] in Stockinette stitch with US 6 – 4 mm needles after blocking.

Pattern available in the following languages: Polish, English, German.

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“Fino” is not your average top-down sweater!

Slightly boxy at the top and with short-row shaped overcast shoulders, this pullover in A-line silhouette has a closer fit around the bust while flaring out towards the bottom in a casual way, culminating in a most nonchalant asymmetric pleat.

The pleat as well as the sleeves are knit in reverse stockinette for extra texture, and accented seams add further points of visual interest at the sides.

If you thought that was about as far as a laid-back sweater can go, wait until you’ve spun it around and discovered the delicate lace panel on the back! Its intricate stitch pattern truly matches the finery of the wonderfully delicate yarn that gave this garment its name - casual elegance at its best!

Pattern available in the following languages:Polish, English, German.

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