Holiday Sweater Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Holiday Sweater — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A chunky top-down raglan pullover with balloon sleeves. The neckline starts flat with shaping before joining in the round; the sleeves use Magic Loop and end in close-fitting rib cuffs.
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 15–20 cm of positive ease. Measure your bust before choosing a size.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–85 | 100 | 54 |
| S | 85–90 | 104 | 56 |
| M | 90–95 | 112 | 58 |
| L | 95–100 | 116 | 62 |
| XL | 100–110 | 128 | 65 |
Length measured including the folded neckband. Finished dimensions depend on matching gauge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 10 stitches × 13 rows in stocking stitch on 10 mm needles, after blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 10 mm circulars: 60 and 80 cm; 9 mm circular: 80 cm; 7 mm circular: 40 cm; 7 mm double-pointed needles.
Designer difficulty: 3 out of 5.
Wild & Woolly yarn options
These are our shop alternatives for Holiday Sweater. They replace the designer’s original yarn combinations, so the fabric and drape will differ.
Option 1: Broadway Super Chunky
Knit with one strand of Broadway Premium NZ Super Chunky on its own. No mohair is needed for this option.
| Size | Broadway Super Chunky — estimated metres |
|---|---|
| XS | 640 |
| S | 640 |
| M | 720 |
| L | 840 |
| XL | 880 |
Option 2: NZ Merino Chunky with 2ply mohair
Hold one strand of Naturally New Zealand Merino Chunky (14ply) together with one strand of 2ply mohair. Choose Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair or African Expressions Hope 2ply Mohair.
| Size | NZ Merino Chunky — estimated metres | 2ply mohair — estimated metres |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 640 | 640 |
| S | 640 | 640 |
| M | 720 | 720 |
| L | 840 | 840 |
| XL | 880 | 880 |
Planning estimates, not confirmed designer consumption: these use the longest individual component length for each size in the designer’s original three-yarn option, calculated from its stated weights and metres per unit. That length is used once for the single-strand Broadway option, or for each of the two strands in Option 2; the original component lengths are not added together. The shop yarns have different thicknesses and strand counts, so actual use may differ.
Wash and block a generous swatch in your chosen option. Aim for 10 stitches × 13 rows per 10 × 10 cm, starting with the pattern’s suggested 10 mm needles and adjusting as needed. Check the drape as well as gauge, and allow extra for swatching and length changes. For Option 2 you need the listed length of each yarn, not that amount shared between them.
Frequently asked questions
What creates the balloon sleeves?
The sleeves are extra wide towards the hands before narrowing into close-fitting rib cuffs. They are knitted in the round using Magic Loop.
Is the neckband included in the length?
Yes. The finished lengths include the folded neckband; do not add its depth again when comparing garment length.
Why is the gauge measured after blocking?
This loose, chunky fabric can change when washed and blocked. Measure the finished swatch before committing to your size or yarn quantity.
Do both yarn options need mohair?
No. Broadway Super Chunky is used on its own for a plain merino fabric. The NZ Merino Chunky option combines one strand of merino with one strand of 2ply mohair for a brushed finish. Swatch the option you plan to knit.