Loki Sweater

Knitting pattern in English and German for an oversized, seamless top down raglan sweater with a zipper turtleneck, in the sizes 1 (2) 3 (4) 5 (6) 7 (8) 9 (10). Optional breastfeeding-zipper available in the pattern! **| Construction:** The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, working the yoke with a raglan construction. Once the yoke is complete, the stitches are divided for the body and sleeves, which are then worked separately. The body is knit straight, without shaping, and includes the option to incorporate side openings for zippers for breastfeeding access. The sleeves are worked with gentle decreases and maintain a relaxed, loose fit. The neckline is finished by sewing in a zipper, and if the side zippers were included, two additional zippers must be sewn in to close the body sides. **| Languages:** English, German. **| Difficulty:** Advanced beginners. All special techniques are explained step by step in pictures. Basic knowledge is nevertheless required. **| Measurements:** Finished garment bust circumference: 112 (119) 123.5 (130.5) 140 (152) 159 (170.5) 180 (192) cm | 44 (46.75) 48.5 (51.5) 55 (59.75) 62.5 (67.25) 70.75 (75.5)" with included positive ease of + 30-35 cm |+ 11.75-13.75". **| Materials:** * Como Grande by Lamana (50 g - 120 m | 131 yards): 600 (600) 650 (700) 750 (800) 800 (850) 950 (1000) g * or approximately: 1360 (1430) 1500 (1580) 1700 (1840) 1900 (2020) 2180 (2330) meters | 1490 (1570) 1650 (1730) 1860 (2020) 2080 (2210) 2390 (2550) yards of *DK* weight yarn. **| Needles:** * *Main Needles*: Circular needles 5 mm | US 8 | UK 6 in length that feels best * *Ribbing Needles*: circular needles that are 1 size smaller than your *Main Needles* - You will need 2 pairs for the Winding Provisional Cast On method. **| Gauge:** *17 stitches x 24 rows = 10 x 10 cm | 4 x 4”* In stockinette stitch pattern, worked flat & in the round with *Main Needles*, blocked and measured laid flat. Pattern for private use only. Reproduction, distribution and sale of this pattern in any form is prohibited. All rights reserved. © Yarn Me Up | Johanna Schütz | 2026