This sporty polo style sweater is a nod to classic, preppy style. Beautiful worn alone or as a base for layering, this sweater has a relaxed fight, a slight crop, a front placket for a classic look. U nique detailing such as a twisted rib neckline, double knit c ollar, and faux side seams come together to create a sweater that is both beautiful and functional.

This sweater is worked from the top, down. First, you will work the yoke flat to shape the neckline and sleeves. Then, you will join to work in the round and separate to work the body and sleeves. Collar will be added at the end by picking up stitches and working flat.

This sweater is available as a kit with Lion Brand Yarn. Click here to shop the kit.

A free version of this pattern can be viewed on my blog.

This sweater is designed in 9 sizes:
XS, (S, M, L, XL), (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Finished Bust/Chest Circumference: 37.5, (42, 45. 5, 50, 53.5), (58, 61.5, 66, 69.5)”
Finished Width: 18.75, (21, 22.75, 25, 26. 75), (29, 30.75, 33, 34.75)”
Finished Length: 20.5, (21, 21.25, 21.5, 22), (23, 24, 25, 26)”

This sweater is designed to be worn with 8-10” of positive ease. Model is 6’ tall, has a 33” bust, and is wearing a size Small with 9” of positive ease. For best fit, choose a size that is closest to 8-10” larger than your corresponding bust measurement. For example, if your bust is 50”, you would wear a size 2X. If you prefer your garments to fit looser or more snug, choose a size with less or more ease accordingly.

Materials:
4, (4, 4, 5, 5), (5, 6, 6, 7) sk eins / approx 1220, (1220, 1220, 1525, 1525), (1525, 1830, 1830, 2135)
yards Lion Brand LB Collection Superwash Merino Yarn (shown in antique)
Size US 6 (4.0 mm) 32” or longer circular knitting needles (for body)
Size US 5 (3.75 mm) 32” or longer circular knitting needles (to work bottom hem)
Size US 4 (3.5 mm) 32” circular knitting needles (to work sleeve cuffs and neckband)
Size US 4 (3.5 mm) Double Pointed Needles (optional, to work sleeve cuffs)
5.0 mm crochet hook (to work faux seams)
Cable Needle
Stitch Markers
Stitch holder or scrap yarn
Tapestry Needle to weave in ends

Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on size 6 needles. Gauge is taken from blocked swatch.

This is an Intermediate level knitting pattern. In this pattern, you will need to know how to knit flat and in the round, increase, decrease, and pick up stitches. Neckline, sleeves, and hem are worked using a twisted rib stitch. Collar is worked by double knitting for a reversible look. Faux side seams are added at the end using a crochet hook, although no experience with crochet is required.

This pattern is written in US English terms.

This pattern and photographs of this garment are property of Kaitlin Barthold of Originally Lovely. This pattern, photos, and design are subject to copyright and are for personal use only. All commercial use is strictly prohibited. You may not produce or distribute this pattern under any circumstances.