Wednesday Sweater Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Wednesday Sweater — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
An oversized top-down sweater with a deep turtleneck. Shape the back and shoulders with short rows, join the front and back at the underarms and work the body in the round. Pick up the sleeves at the armholes; finish the collar, cuffs and hem in twisted rib.
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 25 cm positive ease; an oversized fit.
| Size | To fit bust (cm) | Finished bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–85 | 110 | 62 |
| S | 85–90 | 115 | 63 |
| M | 90–95 | 120 | 64 |
| L | 95–100 | 125 | 65 |
| XL | 100–110 | 135 | 70 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 145 | 72 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 155 | 73 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 165 | 74 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 175 | 76 |
Bust is measured just below the armholes; length is measured mid back, excluding the turtleneck.
Gauge, needles and skill
Gauge: 15 stitches × 24 rows in stocking stitch after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Collar and edge gauge: 16–17 stitches × 24 rows in twisted rib (knit and purl through the back loops), after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 5 mm circulars: 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 5 mm double-pointed needles, or Magic Loop.
Designer difficulty: 3 out of 5.
Shop yarn options
Choose African Expressions Harmony, or Inca Spun Alpaca Wool Mix, or Amano Warmi as your 10ply main yarn. Hold one strand with one strand of Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair. These are owner-approved shop substitutes; buy the main and mohair components separately.
| Size | 10ply main — estimated metres | Tynn Silk Mohair — estimated metres |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 1000 m | 1060 m |
| S | 1000 m | 1060 m |
| M | 1000–1100 m | 1060 m |
| L | 1100 m | 1060 m |
| XL | 1200 m | 1272 m |
| 2XL | 1300 m | 1272 m |
| 3XL | 1300 m | 1272 m |
| 4XL | 1400 m | 1484 m |
| 5XL | 1400–1500 m | 1484 m |
Length-based estimates from the original main-yarn allowance at 100 m per 50 g and companion allowance at 212 m per 25 g. They are not gram-for-gram replacements or test-knitted quantities. Match the washed and blocked gauge and check the fabric before ordering.
Allow extra for swatching or changes in length and round up to complete sale units. Adjust needle size as needed to match both stitch and row gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the twisted-rib gauge the same as the body gauge?
No. The stocking-stitch body is 15 stitches × 24 rows over 10 cm; the twisted rib is 16–17 stitches × 24 rows. Check both after washing and blocking, including the fabric for the turtleneck.
How much ease does size S give a 90 cm bust?
Its finished bust is 115 cm, giving the intended 25 cm of room. The finished measurements already include this allowance.
Is the mohair included in the 10ply metre column?
No. Buy the 10ply main yarn and Tynn Silk Mohair separately, then hold one strand of each together. The companion has its own size-specific allowance.