Ingrid Sweater Man Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Ingrid Sweater Man — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down men’s pullover with three knit-and-purl texture sections. Short rows shape the back yoke and shoulders, the sleeves are picked up, and a folded rib neck edge completes the sweater.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles and the finished garment are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Size and fit
Approximately 20 cm of positive ease. Measure the widest part of the upper body and compare with the finished chest.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 86–91 | 112 | 69 |
| S | 91–96 | 116 | 70 |
| M | 96–101 | 120 | 71 |
| L | 101–107 | 128 | 72 |
| XL | 107–113 | 132 | 73 |
| 2XL | 113–119 | 140 | 75 |
| 3XL | 119–124 | 144 | 77 |
| 4XL | 124–132 | 152 | 78 |
| 5XL | 132–144 | 164 | 79 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge. Finished dimensions depend on matching gauge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 20 stitches × 28 rows in texture pattern on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm circulars: 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 3.5 mm circulars: 40 and 80 and/or 100 cm; 4 mm and 3.5 mm double-pointed needles.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5.
Stocked designer-recommended yarn
Choose Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt. Use one strand of the chosen yarn.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (m) |
|---|---|
| XS | 1274 |
| S | 1365 |
| M | 1456 |
| L | 1547 |
| XL | 1547–1638 |
| 2XL | 1638 |
| 3XL | 1729 |
| 4XL | 1820 |
| 5XL | 1911 |
Metres converted from the designer’s stated quantities using Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt: 91 m per 50 g. Allow for swatching and any added length.
Wash and block your swatch before measuring. Match both stitch and row gauge in the stated stitch pattern; adjust needle size as needed and check the fabric’s drape.
Frequently asked questions
Which size gives a relaxed fit on a 103 cm chest?
Size L finishes at 128 cm, giving 25 cm of ease at that measurement. Use the actual finished size to judge your preferred fit.
Does this version use a mohair strand?
No. The designer specifies Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt alone for Ingrid Sweater Man; use one strand and match the texture gauge.