The Bluebird Sweater is a beautifully designed knit inspired by the Bluebird wallpaper from the Finnish wallpaper factory, Tapettitehdas. With its elegant lines and thoughtful details, this sweater captures the charm and artistry of the iconic design. Ideal for knitters seeking a project that combines creativity with comfort, the Bluebird Sweater is perfect for layering and brings a touch of timeless style to any wardrobe.

SIZES

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)

RECOMMENDED EASE

9.5 − 12.5 cm / 3.75 – 5”

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Bust circumference:
92 (100, 108, 116, 126, 135, 145, 154) cm
/ 36.25 (39.5, 42.75, 46, 49.5) (53.25, 57, 60.75)”

Yoke height
(measured under the neckline ribbing at mid-front):
22 (22, 23, 23, 24, 24, 25, 25) cm
/ 8.75 (8.75, 9, 9, 9.5, 9.5, 10, 10)”

Sleeve circumference:
35 (38, 41, 44, 46, 48, 51, 53) cm
/ 13.75 (15, 16.25, 17.5, 18.25, 19, 20, 21)”

Sleeve length:
44 (45, 45, 46, 46, 47, 47, 48) cm / 17.5 (17.75, 17.75, 18.25, 18.25, 18.5, 18.5, 19)” (or desired length)

Length from underarm:
28 (28, 29, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33) cm / 11 (11, 11.5, 11.5, 12, 12.25, 12.5, 13)” (or desired length)

Sample shown in size M

YARN

Cascade 220 (100% wool, 200 m / 219 yds per 100 g)
MC: (Ginger 2414) 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins
CC: (Natural White 8010) 1 (1, 1, 1, 2) (2, 2, 2) skein(s)

or

MC: 733 (796, 875, 941, 1033) (1108, 1203, 1295) m / 799 (868, 954, 1026, 1126) (1208, 1312, 1412) yds
of Worsted weight yarn

and

CC: 148 (161, 176, 190, 208) (223, 242, 261) m
/ 162 (176,192, 208, 227) (244, 264, 285) yds
of Worsted weight yarn

NEEDLES

3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle, 40 cm / 16”, for neckline ribbing AND 60 cm / 24” or longer for hem ribbing
4 mm / US 6 circular needle, 40 cm / 16” for upper yoke AND 60 cm / 24” or longer for yoke and body
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle, 80 – 100 cm / 32 – 40” for the Magic Loop technique or DPNs for sleeve ribbing
4 mm / US 6, 80 – 100 cm / 32 – 40” for the Magic Loop technique or DPNs for sleeves
Or a needle size that gives you the correct gauge.

GAUGE

17 sts x 26 rnds = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” over Stockinette St with larger needles

NOTIONS

Stitch markers, darning needle, waste yarn

CONSTRUCTION

The sweater is worked seamlessly in the round from the top down. You start by casting on stitches for the neckline ribbing and then continue to the colorwork section. Few short rows are worked for a better fit at the back. Sleeve stitches are placed on hold while you work the body and hem. Sleeves are worked last using the Magic Loop technique or with double-pointed needles.