Raglan Sweater, Jumper "Old Tree" – top down – seamless – 8 sizes

This basic raglan sweater is a seamless top-down construction. It is worked in plain Stockinette stitch while the front and the sleeves feature a lace pattern panel at the center. A simple cable adornes both sides of the body.

This piece is a classic wardorbe staple. It is designed to have a relaxed, easy fit – perfect for everyday wear.

LEVEL
intermediate

SKILLS

• cast on and bind off
• knit & purl
• work in rounds
• decreases (to the left and to the right - written description + video links)
• increases (to the left and to the right - written description + video links)
• yarn over
• backwards loop CO
• pick up sttiches from an edge
• simple cable
• helpful: basic knowledge about a raglan sleeve construction

You should be able to follow written instructions.

WHAT YOU WILL GET
The pattern (18 pages) includes:

• very detailed step-by-step instructions & additional tipps for beginners
• photos
• schematics & tables for all measurements
• charts AND written instructions for the lace pattern
• (external) video links for special stitches/techniques
• very clear and structured pattern, professional layout

Should you have any questions, please contact strickundfit@web.de for assistance.

SIZES
(1 / 2 / 3 / 4) (5 / 6 / 7 / 8)
Sample is shown in size 4 on a 92 cm / 36” bust with 25 cm / 10” of positive ease.

FINISHED BUST CIRCUMFERENCE
(90.5 / 97.5 / 109.5 / 119) (123.5 / 130.5 / 140 / 147) cm
(35.75 / 38.5 / 43 / 46.75) (48.75 / 51.5 / 55 / 58)”

Recommended positive ease: 10 – 25 cm / 4 – 10”

YARN SUGGESTION
StenliYarn “Merino Silk“ | colorway 3035 | 50 g = 135 m = 147 yards | 40 % merino wool, 20 % silk, 40 % acrylic

... or any other yarn that meets gauge

YARDAGE INFORMATION
m (1,050 / 1,150 / 1,250 / 1,350) (1,450 / 1,550 / 1,650 / 1,700)
yards (1,148/ 1,258 / 1,367 / 1,476) (1,586 / 1,695 / 1,804 / 1,859)

These are just approximations. Total yarn usage will depend on the yarn you use (fiber content, ply, etc.), your personal gauge, and any modifications you may make.

NOTIONS

• For main fabric: 4.5 mm / US 7 – 80 cm / 32” to 100 cm / 40” circular, and preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or double pointed needles)
• For ribbing: 3.75 mm / US 5 – 80 cm / 32” to 100 cm / 40” circular, and preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or double pointed needles)
• For Bind-Off: 3.5 mm / US 4 – 80 cm / 32” to 100 cm / 40” circular, and preferred needles for small circumference knitting (Magic Loop or double pointed needles)
• Optional: cable needle
• Some removable stitch markers | scissors | tapestry needle | tape measure | scrap yarn or stitch holders

Use the needle size you need to achieve gauge.