Vega Sweater Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Vega Sweater — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A relaxed top-down sweater with shaped shoulders and a neatly finished ribbed neckline. Short rows and increases shape the back yoke; pick up the shoulders, then join the yoke in the round. Work the body and sleeves in the round and add the neck edge last.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished sweater are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Designed with approximately 22 cm of positive ease. Choose your size by comparing your bust or widest upper-body measurement with the finished bust table.
| Size | To fit bust (cm) | Finished bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 104 | 55 |
| XS | 80–85 | 108 | 56 |
| S | 85–90 | 112 | 57 |
| M | 90–95 | 116 | 59 |
| L | 95–100 | 120 | 61 |
| XL | 100–110 | 128 | 62 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 138 | 64 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 146 | 66 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 154 | 68 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 161 | 71 |
Length is measured mid back, excluding the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and skill
Gauge: 23 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on 3 mm needles.
Needles: 3 mm circulars, 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 2.5 mm circulars, 40, 80 and/or 100 cm. Use 2.5 mm and 3 mm double-pointed needles for the sleeves, or Magic Loop.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5. Techniques include short rows, shaping increases, picking up stitches, double knitting and 2×2 rib.
Stocked designer yarn
Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, knitted with one strand on its own. No mohair companion is required for this designer option.
| Size | Double Sunday (m) |
|---|---|
| XXS | 1296 m |
| XS | 1296–1404 m |
| S | 1404 m |
| M | 1512 m |
| L | 1620 m |
| XL | 1728 m |
| 2XL | 1836 m |
| 3XL | 1944 m |
| 4XL | 2052 m |
| 5XL | 2160 m |
Converted from the designer’s size-specific quantities at 108 m per 50 g. The XS range is retained. These are total metres for the sweater, not a per-strand allowance.
Wash and block your swatch before measuring. Match stitch and row gauge and check the fabric; adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
How much room does size S give a 90 cm bust?
The finished bust is 112 cm, giving 22 cm of positive ease on a 90 cm bust. The finished measurements already include the intended room; do not add another 22 cm to the size table.
How is Vega’s neckline finished?
Pick up stitches around the neckline after the body and sleeves. The neck edge begins with double knitting and continues in 2×2 rib, rather than being a plain rib band throughout.
Should I use the Double Sunday label gauge?
Follow Vega’s pattern gauge: 23 stitches × 36 rows over 10 cm in stocking stitch on 3 mm needles. The yarn label may show a different suggested gauge. Wash and block your swatch, check both stitches and rows, and adjust needle size as needed.