Tracy

"""""""""""""'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' Learn more about the Cocoknits Method [here][3]. Check out our helpful Tools & Accessories [here][4]! **Tracy** is a classic hoodie with handknit charm. The hood is worked from the top down with a neat I-cord edging (and room for an optional drawstring) and is then knit seamlessly into the signature Cocoknits Method. The cozy front pocket is picked up from the body and incorporated with a three-needle join. Two short sections of the pocket lining are whip stitched to the inside of the sweater. The split ribbed hem provides extra movement and comfort at the hips. Although Julie doesn’t like to wear hoods herself, her long-time friend and Cocoknits team member, Tracy, loves a good hoodie. It was only fitting that our first hooded sweatshirt be named after her! ______________________________________________ **BEFORE PURCHASING THIS PATTERN** This sweater is worked using the **Cocoknits Method**, a commonsense system for knitting seamless, tailored sweaters from the top down. The Cocoknits Method is explained in detail in [*Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*][5] by Julie Weisenberger, in her [On Demand Classes][6], and in tutorials on cocoknits.com. All of the page numbers in this pattern refer to pages in *Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*, where the techniques are explained in detail. Some knitters find that they can learn the new-to-them techniques with our [free knit tutorials][7], while others are more comfortable purchasing an [On Demand Class][8], or the [*Cocoknits Sweater Workshop*][9] book, available on our website and at many local yarn stores. ______________________________________________ **Videos** Available for separate purchase: [Tracy On Demand Class][10] [How to Provisional Cast On with Judy’s Magic CO][11] [How to Slip Slip Purl (ssp)][12] [How to Sew Down Pocket Linings][13] [How to Knit Front & Back (kf&b)][14] **Knit-a-Long** Julie and the Cocoknits Team knitted along on Tracy in 2026. See: [Julie's Tracy][15] and the [Everlasting Knit-a-Long][16] for more information. **Sizes** 1 (2, 3, 4)(5, 6, 7)(8, 9, 10) *Finished Measurements* Finished Bust: 36.5 (40, 43.5, 45.25)(49.75, 54.25, 57.75)(62.25, 65.75, 70.25)" / 92.5 (101.5, 110.5, 115)(126.5, 137.5, 147)(158, 167, 178.5) cm Finished Length: 21.5 (22.75, 23.5, 24)(26, 26, 26.5)(28.5, 29.25, 29.5)" / 55 (58, 59.5, 61)(66.5, 66.5, 67)(72, 74, 75) cm **Yarn** 1190 (1320, 1425, 1510)(1730, 1835, 1960)(2185, 2360, 2515) yds / 1085 (1205, 1305, 1380)(1580, 1680, 1790)(2000, 2160, 2300) m of dk to worsted weight yarn that gets gauge *Shown in:* Bread & Butter Pretzel 100% U.S. Merino Wool; 130 yds / 118 m per 1.75 oz / 50 g skein 10 (11, 11, 12)(14, 15, 15)(17, 19, 20) skeins in Dove (gray) and Porcini (brown) De Rerum Natura Gilliatt 100% Merino Wool; 273 yds / 250 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein 5 (5, 6, 6)(7, 7, 8)(8, 9, 10) skeins in Poivre Et Sel (heathered tan) **Needles** US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle, 32" / 80 cm or longer for body (length should be shorter than bust circumference, see page 19 for information on needle length) US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle, 24" / 60 cm for working yoke US 7 / 4.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needle 40" / 100 cm for working cast-on and magic loop on sleeves (or use dpns) US 6 / 4 mm circular needle, 24-32" / 60-80 cm (optional) for working ribbing US 3-4 / 3.25-3.5 mm needle for working bind-off US 0-3 / 2-3.25 mm dpn or any length circular needle (for picking up stitches) US 1 / 2.25 mm any length circular needle (for picking up pocket stitches) **Notions** 6 stitch markers in different colors Stitch Holders or scrap yarn to hold Sleeve stitches Row counter (optional) **Gauge** 18 sts and 28 rows / rnds = 4" / 10 cm square in St st on largest needles [9]: https://cocoknits.com › blogs › knit-tutorials › how-to-slip-slip-purl-ssp [8]: https://cocoknits.com › products › tracy-on-demand-class [1]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/making/julies-tracy [2]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/making/the-cocoknits-method-everlasting-kal [3]: https://cocoknits.com/pages/the-cocoknits-method [4]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/tools [5]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/tools/products/cocoknits-sweater-workshop [6]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/courses [7]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials [8]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/courses [9]: https://cocoknits.com/products/cocoknits-sweater-workshop [10]: https://cocoknits.com/collections/courses/products/tracy-on-demand-class [11]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials/how-to-provisional-cast-on-with-judy-s-magic-co [12]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials/how-to-slip-slip-purl-ssp [13]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials/how-to-sew-down-pocket-linings [14]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/knit-tutorials/how-to-knit-front-back-kf-b [15]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/making/julies-tracy [16]: https://cocoknits.com/blogs/making/the-cocoknits-method-everlasting-kal