Linea Sweater Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Linea Sweater — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
An oversized sweater with a curved back yoke and a contrast line along the back cast-on edge. Work from the top down with short-row shaping, pick up the shoulders and front along the contrast line, then pick up the sleeves and ribbed neckline.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles and the finished item are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Approximately 30 cm positive ease. A 95 cm bust in size M has 32 cm of ease.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 113 | 65 |
| XS | 80–85 | 118 | 67 |
| S | 85–90 | 122 | 69 |
| M | 90–95 | 127 | 70 |
| L | 95–100 | 131 | 71 |
| XL | 100–110 | 140 | 72 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 149 | 72 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 158 | 72 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 167 | 73 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 176 | 73 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge. Finished dimensions depend on matching gauge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 18 stitches × 26 rows in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm circulars: 40, 60 and 80 and/or 100 cm; 3.5 mm circulars: 60 and 80 cm; 3 mm circular: 40 cm; 3.5 mm and 4 mm double-pointed needles.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5.
Recommended shop yarn
Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, knitted single stranded, is our approved alternative for Linea Sweater. Choose a main colour and a contrasting shade for the line along the back yoke.
Estimated metres by size: these equivalent-metre planning estimates preserve the designer’s original main and contrast allowances, calculated at 108 m per 50 g. Double Sunday also contains 108 m per 50 g; this is a length conversion, not confirmed test-knit substitute consumption.
| Size | Double Sunday: main colour (m) | Double Sunday: contrast colour (m) |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 1296 | 108 |
| XS | 1296 | 108 |
| S | 1404 | 108 |
| M | 1512 | 108 |
| L | 1620 | 108 |
| XL | 1728 | 108 |
| 2XL | 1836 | 108 |
| 3XL | 1944 | 108 |
| 4XL | 1944 | 108 |
| 5XL | 2052 | 108 |
Wash and block a swatch to check 18 stitches × 26 rows per 10 cm in stocking stitch and the fabric’s drape. Adjust needle size if needed. Allow extra for swatching or alterations and round up when purchasing.
Frequently asked questions
What does the contrast line highlight?
The contrast colour runs along the back-yoke cast-on edge and highlights the curved shaping. Shoulder and front stitches are picked up along that line.
How roomy is Linea Sweater?
It is designed with approximately 30 cm of positive ease. In the designer’s example, a 95 cm bust in size M gives 32 cm of ease; check the finished measurements before choosing.
Does Double Sunday mean using two strands for Linea Sweater?
No. Double Sunday is the yarn’s name. This shop option uses one strand throughout, with separate main and contrast colours; do not double the table’s metre quantities.