Weekend Slipover V-Neck Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Weekend Slipover V-Neck — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down V-neck slipover with short-row shaping across the back shoulders. Work the fronts separately with neckline increases, then join front and back for the body in the round. Add the neck and armhole ribbing last.
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 15–20 cm positive ease.
| Size | To fit bust (cm) | Finished bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–85 | 105 | 58 |
| S | 85–90 | 108 | 59 |
| M | 90–95 | 113 | 60 |
| L | 95–100 | 116 | 61 |
| XL | 100–110 | 126 | 62 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 137 | 63 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 148 | 64 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 156 | 65 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 164 | 66 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and skill
Gauge: 15 stitches × 20 rows in stocking stitch on 5.5 mm needles, after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 5.5 mm circulars: 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 5 mm circular: 80 or 100 cm; 4.5 mm circulars: 40 and 60 cm.
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 | 600 m | 636 m |
| S | 600–800 m | 636 m |
| M | 800 m | 636 m |
| L | 800 m | 636 m |
| XL | 800 m | 848 m |
| 2XL | 800 m | 848 m |
| 3XL | 1000 m | 1060 m |
| 4XL | 1000 m | 1060 m |
| 5XL | 1000 m | 1060 m |
Length-based estimates from the original main-yarn allowance at 200 m per 100 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
How roomy is size S on a 90 cm bust?
The finished bust is 108 cm, giving 18 cm of positive ease within the intended 15–20 cm range.
When is the V-neck shaped?
The two fronts are worked separately with increases to form the V before they join the back for the body. The ribbed neck edge is picked up afterwards.