Petra Polo Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
Petra Polo — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A close-fitting top-down polo with three buttons, double-knitted front plackets and a firm ribbed collar. Shape the back yoke and picked-up shoulders, then work the upper yoke flat with sleeve and raglan increases before joining the body in the round. The sleeves can be short or long.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished item are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Approximately 2 cm positive ease. Consider shoulder fit as well as bust measurement; compare with a well-fitting blouse.
| Size | To fit bust (cm) | Finished bust (cm) | Back shoulder width (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 82 | 35 | 50 |
| XS | 80–85 | 87 | 35 | 52 |
| S | 85–90 | 92 | 36.5 | 53 |
| M | 90–95 | 97 | 37.5 | 54 |
| L | 95–100 | 102 | 37.5 | 56 |
| XL | 100–110 | 112 | 40 | 57 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 122 | 40 | 58 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 132 | 40 | 59 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 142 | 41.5 | 62 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 152 | 43.5 | 63 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the collar.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 24 stitches × 38 rows in stocking stitch on 3 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm. Wash and block your swatch before measuring.
Needles: 3 mm circulars: 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 2 mm circulars: 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 2 mm and 3 mm double-pointed needles, unless using Magic Loop.
3 buttons, 15 mm diameter.
Designer difficulty: 5 out of 5.
Stocked designer yarn
Sandnes Garn Cashmere, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Long sleeves — metres |
|---|---|
| XXS | 1100–1210 m |
| XS | 1210 m |
| S | 1210 m |
| M | 1320 m |
| L | 1320 m |
| XL | 1430 m |
| 2XL | 1430 m |
| 3XL | 1540 m |
| 4XL | 1540 m |
| 5XL | 1650 m |
Converted from the designer’s long-sleeve quantities at 110 m per 25 g. The XXS allowance retains the designer’s 250–275 g range.
Match stitch and row gauge in a washed and blocked swatch and check the fabric. Adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Petra Polo a beginner-friendly polo?
The designer rates it 5 out of 5. It includes shaped shoulders, sleeve and raglan increases, double-knitted plackets and a tightly knitted rib collar.
Are these yarn quantities for short or long sleeves?
The table is for long sleeves. For short sleeves, the designer advises approximately 25–50 g less Cashmere, equivalent to about 110–220 m less in total for Sandnes Garn Cashmere.
How much ease does size S give a 90 cm bust?
The finished chest is 92 cm, giving 2 cm of positive ease. The designer also recommends considering shoulder width when choosing a size.