THE MADEIRA SWEATER,

A KNITTING JOURNEY IMMERSED IN ADVENTURE AND MEMORY.
Imagine creating a sweater that carries the essence of a spontaneous journey to the island. This pattern invites you to knit with purpose, where each stitch echoes the excitement of an unplanned escape.

The design is more than just a garment—it’s a keepsake of exploration, capturing the spirit of hikes, oceanfront walks, and moments of pure joy.
Perfect for any adventurer, this sweater becomes a canvas for your memories, offering a timeless reminder of the places you’ve been and the stories you’ve lived. Craft your own Madeira Sweater and wear it as a symbol of spontaneity and discovery.

SIZES
S: Naked bust up to 34.5 inches/88 cm
M: Naked bust up to 41.25 inches/105 cm
L: Naked bust up to 46.5 inches/118 cm

FINISHED CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE

S/M/L: 37/44/49 inches, 94/112/124 cm

YARN REQUIREMENTS
These are approximate numbers, the total yarn usage will depend on your personal gauge, the yarn you chose and all the modifications you will make.

For this sweater, you’ll need 3 colors:
• Color A: neckline and diamonds (blue) 50g
• Color B: yoke (yellow) 100g
• Color C: main color (white) 450-500g
This color combination can be seen in the title photo. You can also choose any other combination, eg take the main color for the neckline or knit sleeve cuffs in any other color.

SUGGESTED YARN

The sweater is knitted with:
Nakyang I’m Wool 4
100% merino wool, 175m/100g
Colors: 175 Dark Blue, 112 Gold, 101 Ivory

Alternative yarns can be, eg Donegal Tweed Double, 95m/50g

TOOLS AND MATERIALS
• Circular needles
• Tapestry needle or crochet hook for weaving in ends
• Stitch markers
• Scrap yarn
Note that needle size should be adjusted individually to achieve the specified gauge.

CONSTRUCTION
This sweater is seamlessly worked from the top down in the round, featuring a yoke shaped with short rows.

KNITTING GAUGE
15-16 sts and 20 rows = 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette stitch. Gauge is given for stockinette stitch (provided after blocking).

TECHNIQUES
Knitting
Purling
Changing colors
Stranded colorwork
Cables
Jaquard
Reading a chart
Picking up sts
Working in rounds