Zipper Sweater (Man) Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Zipper Sweater Man — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
Knit a half-zip sweater from the top down. A folded rib collar leads into a raglan yoke worked first in rows for the zip opening, then in the round. Body and sleeves continue in the round; a knitted facing encloses the zip for a tidy finish inside.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished garment are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Approximately 20 cm positive ease.
| Size | To fit chest (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 86–91 | 110 | 67 |
| S | 91–96 | 112 | 67 |
| M | 96–101 | 119 | 69 |
| L | 101–107 | 125 | 70 |
| XL | 107–113 | 132 | 70 |
| 2XL | 113–119 | 136 | 72 |
| 3XL | 119–124 | 141 | 75 |
| 4XL | 124–132 | 148 | 76 |
Length is measured mid back, excluding the collar.
Gauge, needles and skill
Gauge: 15 stitches × 21 rows in stocking stitch on 5 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm, after washing and blocking.
Additional gauges, per 10 × 10 cm after washing and blocking: Cuffs and hem: 16–17 stitches × 21 rows in 1×1 rib on 5 mm needles. Collar: 21–22 stitches × 24 rows in 1×1 rib on 4 mm needles.
Needles: 5 mm circulars: 40, 60 and 80 or 100 cm; two 4 mm circulars: 80 cm; 5 mm and 4.5 mm double-pointed needles, or Magic Loop.
Notion: One 35 cm zip, 6 mm wide.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5. For knitters comfortable with shaping, knitting in the round, a folded collar and sewing in a zip.
Approved shop yarn
Naturally New Zealand Merino 12ply, worked single-stranded.
| Size | 12ply — estimated metres |
|---|---|
| XS | 1125 |
| S | 1125 |
| M | 1250 |
| L | 1250 |
| XL | 1250–1375 |
| 2XL | 1375 |
| 3XL | 1375 |
| 4XL | 1500 |
Length-based substitute estimates: preserve the original heavier single-strand allowance at 125 m per 100 g. The shop yarn is 104 m per 50 g, so this is not a gram-for-gram replacement. Consumption has not been test-knitted. Match the washed and blocked body gauge of 15 stitches × 21 rows per 10 cm, check the separate rib gauges, and assess drape and collar stability before ordering.
Use one strand without a mohair companion. Allow extra for swatching or length changes and round up to complete sale units.
Frequently asked questions
How does the fit compare with Zipper Sweater Light Man?
This heavier version has a 15-stitch body gauge and its own finished measurements. Size L is 125 cm around; the Light Man size L is 127 cm. Use the table for the pattern you are knitting.
Is sewing the zip part of the project?
Yes. The knitted facing encloses the zip between two layers. It can be sewn in by hand or with a sewing machine.
Does the 12ply shop option need mohair?
No. Naturally New Zealand Merino 12ply is the approved single-strand option. The metre allowances are estimates; check both the washed body gauge and rib gauges before committing.