Powell Sweater Pattern
Powell Sweater Pattern
This classic textured pullover is designed with style and fit in mind. The back, front, and sleeves are knit from the bottom up in pieces and then seamed. Once completed, the shoulders are joined with a 3-Needle Bind-Off, and the sleeves and body are seamed.
Available as a PDF download.
Photography by Linette Kielinski
Specifications
Specifications
DESIGNER
Meghan Kelly
YARN
Kelbourne Woolens Scout: sunflower heather 709: 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins.
GAUGE
23 sts + 29 rows = 4" (10 cm) in Body and Sleeve Chart on larger needles, after blocking.
NEEDLES
1 - 16" (40 cm) US 3 (3.25 mm) circular.
1 - 24-40" (60-100 cm) US 3 (3.25 mm) circular.
1 - 24-40" (60-100 cm) US 5 (3.75 mm) circular.
Check your gauge and adjust needle size(s) accordingly if necessary.
NOTIONS
Stitch markers, tapestry needle, waste yarn or stitch holder.
SIZE
33.5 (37.5, 41.75, 46, 50, 54.25)" finished bust. Sweater is designed to be worn with 2-4" (5-10 cm) of positive ease. Please see schematic for more detailed measurements after finishing.
SKILLS
Reading basic lace from charts, mattress stitch, 3-Needle Bind Off, picking up stitches, increasing and decreasing in pattern.
Useful Tips
Useful Tips
For a tutorial on calculating how to perfectly pick up stitches, visit our tips and tricks here.
For a tutorial on seaming using mattress stitch, visit our tips and tricks here.