Woonko Sweater

The Woonko Sweater is worked seamlessly in the round from the top down, featuring raglan increases on a circular needle. The sweater is knitted in stockinette stitch and incorporates modified raglan increases to ensure an optimal fit around the sleeves and body. The back yoke is shaped using German Short Rows to raise the back, providing a flattering and well-fitted neckline. You will begin by casting on for the full width of the neckband and working it in 1x1 ribbing in the round. The neckband is then folded in double, followed by the addition of a lovely detail. After completing the neckband, you’ll use German Short Rows to raise the back, ensuring the best fit for the neckline, while simultaneously working the raglan shaping. Once you’ve reached the desired armhole depth, the sleeves are separated from the body by placing the sleeve stitches on hold. The body is then knitted to the hem, where you will bind off to complete it. Next, you’ll transfer the sleeve stitches from the stitch holder to the needle, pick up and knit stitches under the armhole, and knit in the round to the required sleeve length, incorporating slight shaping. Finally, you will work the cuffs before binding off. **Note:** This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knitted. (Please note that some sizes have not been test knitted due to a lack of testers. See below for details on the sizes that were test knitted). **After reviewing** the test knitters' photos, I noticed that the neckband appeared too large and flared out. To address this, I adjusted the pattern by using a smaller needle size for the neckband and modified the raglan stitches by shifting one stitch forward to the body side for better proportions. I also re-knitted the sample using the updated version of the pattern. > Working the raglan increases at different rates for the body and > sleeves can be challenging. To make > this process hassle-free, a detailed > charted table for the raglan increases > is provided in the pattern. > > > Also all technique tutorials > are included within the pattern and > are also available on my website. **Size guide:** The Woonko Sweater is designed to have 27 cm [ 10.75 inches ] of positive ease across all sizes, meaning it is designed to be 27 cm [ 10.75 inches ] larger in circumference than your bust measurement. The sizes, XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL are designed to fit a bust circumference of 71-76 (81-86) 91.5-96.5 (101.5-106.5) 115.5-117 (122-127) 132-137 (142-147) 152-158 cm [ 28-30 (32-34) 36-38 (40-42) 44-46 (48-50) 52-54 (56- 58) 60-62 inches ]. Measure yourself before beginning your project, to determine which size will fit you the best. For example, If you measure 86 cm [ 33.75 inches ] around your bust (or around the widest part of your upper body) you should knit a size S. A size S cardigan has a bust circumference of 110.5 cm [ 44.25 inches ] which in the given example would give you 27 cm [ 10.75 inches ] of positive ease. (Sample was knitted in size S, the model has a bust circumference of 86 cm [ 34 inches ] and 155 cm [ 5'1" tall ]). Begin by knitting a swatch before you start your project, to determine which size needle and yarn you need to achieve the correct gauge. **Note:** Size XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL have not been tested yet, if you are interested in knitting one of these sizes, feel free to contact me, and I will send you the pattern for free in exchange for your feedback on the pattern. **Sizes:** XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL **Finished bust circumference:** 100.5 (110.5) 121 (131) 141 (151.5) 161.5 (171.5) 182 cm [ 40.25 (44.25) 48.5 (52.5) 56.5 (60.5) 64.5 (68.5) 72.75 inches ] **Length (measured from bank neck to hem):** 55 (56) 57.5 (59) 59.5 (61) 62 (63.5) 64.5 cm [ 22 (22.5) 23 (23.5) 23.75 (24.5) 24.75 (25.5) 25.75 inches **Gauge:** 18 stitches x 25 rounds in stockinette stitch on a 4 mm [ US 6 ] size knitting needle measured in 10 x 10cm [ 4 x 4 inches ] after blocking **Needles:** **Circular needles:** 5 mm [ US 8 ] / 60, 80 and/or 100 cm [ 24, 32 and/or 40 inches ] for body, 4 mm [ US 6 ] / 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm [ 16, 24, 32 and/or 40 inches ] for hem and cuff ribbing and 3.75 mm [ US 5 ] / 40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm [ 16, 24, 32 and/or 40 inches ] for neckband **Double pointed needles:** 5mm [ US 8 ] and 4 mm [ US 6 ] for the sleeves and cuffs (unless you use magic loop method) **Materials:** 349 (383) 421 (463) 504 (557) 608 (664) 713 g of Heavy Merino by Knitting For Olive [ 50 g = (100% merino) / 125 m / 136 yds ] in color Sky/Cloud **Held together with** 97 (106) 117 (128) 140 (154) 169 (184) 198 g of Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting For Olive [ 25 g = (70% merino + 30 % silk) / 225 m / 247 yds ] in color Sky/Cloud **In metres / yards:** 874 (960) 1054 (1160) 1261 (1394) 1523 (1662) 1784 metres [ 956 (1050) 1153 (1269) 1380 (1525) 1666 (1818) 1952 yards ] **Further yarn suggestion:** 2 strands of Merino by Knitting For Olive [ 50 g = (100 % extra fine merino) / 250 m / 274 yds ] **Held together with** Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting For Olive [ 25 g = (70 % mohair + 30 % silk) / 225 m / 247 yds ] Double Sunday by Sandnes Garn [ 50 g = (100 % merino) / 108 m / 118 yds ] **Held together with** Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting For Olive [ 25 g = (70 % mohair + 30 % silk) / 225 m / 247 yds ] **Or** any DK weight yarn **held together with** any Lace weight yarn. **Notions:** 8 locking stitch markers, tapestry needle, 2 stitch holders or (scrap yarn) **Difficulty Level:** Beginner to intermediate [Schematic][1] [1]: [1]: https://www.dearknits.com/s/Woonko-Sweater-Schematic.pdf