Free Knitting Pattern for Wool Mohair – Soft Jumper

Free Knitting Pattern for Wool Mohair – Soft Jumper.

This free knitting pattern guides you in creating a soft and cozy jumper (sweater) using a bulky mohair and wool blend yarn. The sweater is worked in the round from the top down, beginning with a cast-on at the neckline. Raglan increases shape the yoke, creating a seamless transition from the neck to the body and sleeves. After the yoke is complete, the sleeve stitches are placed on hold, and the body is worked in the round to the desired length. The sleeves are then worked separately in the round. The design is straightforward and relies on the luxurious texture of the yarn to create a beautiful, simple garment. The pattern emphasizes careful washing and drying due to the mohair content.

• Materials:
  • Yarn:
    • Brand: Lana Gatto
    • Yarn Name: Wool Mohair
    • Fiber Content: 75% Mohair, 25% Wool
    • Weight: Bulky weight (90m per 50g ball).
    • Quantity: 5 (7) balls (The amount depends on the size being made: 5 balls for the smaller size, 7 balls for the larger size).
    • Color: Shade no. 14468
  • Needles: 9.00 mm circular needle (cable length not specified, but a length suitable for working in the round is needed).
  • Notions:
    • Yarn needle with a rounded point
    • Five stitch markers
    • Two stitch holders

• Sizes: The pattern provides instructions for two sizes:
  • UK 10 / US 6 / EU 36 (smaller size)
  • UK 14 / US 10 / EU 40 (larger size)

Pattern Features:

• Top-Down, Seamless Construction: This pattern utilizes a top-down, seamless construction, meaning the sweater is worked in one piece from the neckline down, without the need for seaming.
• Raglan Increases: The yoke is shaped using raglan increases, which create the characteristic diagonal lines running from the neckline to the underarms. The pattern provides clear instructions on where to place the stitch markers for these increases.
• Circular Knitting: The entire sweater is worked in the round (circular stocking stitch). This requires using a circular needle or double-pointed needles (although DPNs are not explicitly mentioned).
• Bulky Yarn: The use of a bulky mohair/wool blend creates a very warm and soft fabric. The large needle size (9.00 mm) also contributes to the quick progress and open texture.
• Sleeve Separation: After the yoke is complete, the sleeve stitches are placed on stitch holders, and the body is worked separately. The sleeves are then worked in the round later.

Skill Level: Intermediate. The pattern involves working in the round, using stitch markers, increasing stitches (raglan increases), and placing stitches on hold. These techniques require some experience beyond basic knitting.

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