Moby Sweater Man Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Moby Sweater Man — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down sweater with texture and cable panels. Short rows shape the back yoke and shoulder slope, then stitches are picked up for the shoulders and front. Work the body and sleeves in the round and finish with a folded ribbed neckline.
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 10–15 cm positive ease.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 86–91 | 102 | 69 |
| S | 91–96 | 106 | 70 |
| M | 96–101 | 110 | 71 |
| L | 101–107 | 118 | 72 |
| XL | 107–113 | 122 | 74 |
| 2XL | 113–119 | 130 | 75 |
| 3XL | 119–124 | 134 | 77 |
| 4XL | 124–132 | 142 | 78 |
| 5XL | 132–144 | 154 | 79 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 20 stitches × 28 rows in the texture pattern on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm circulars: 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 3.5 mm circulars: 80 and/or 100 cm; 3 mm circular: 40 cm; 4 mm and 3.5 mm double-pointed needles; cable needle.
Designer difficulty: 5 out of 5.
Stocked designer yarn options
Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (metres) |
|---|---|
| XS | 1183 m |
| S | 1274 m |
| M | 1365 m |
| L | 1456 m |
| XL | 1547 m |
| 2XL | 1638 m |
| 3XL | 1729 m |
| 4XL | 1820 m |
| 5XL | 1911 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt: 91 m per 50 g.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match both 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 does the Man version differ in fit?
It is designed with approximately 10–15 cm of positive ease and has its own measurements. For example, size L is 118 cm around and 72 cm long, excluding the neck edge.
Is Peer Gynt combined with mohair in this pattern?
No. The stocked designer option is one strand of Peer Gynt on its own. Do not apply the other adult Moby Sweater’s held-together yarn table.