The Evie Simple Yoke is a versatile, top-down, seamless sweater pattern designed for a comfortable yet stylish fit. With options for 3/4 or long sleeves, this sweater offers flexibility in both design and wear.

The pattern includes optional short rows that can be added to the collar, bust, or hem to enhance the fit, ensuring a flattering silhouette. For added customization, knitters can choose to include or omit waist shaping to suit their preferences.

The Evie Simple Yoke embraces a contemporary style with multiple length options and features the choice between split or shaped hems. The hem details can be finished in with ribbing or a modern garter stitch edge. This project is perfect for using up yarn from your stash or showcasing a special yarn to elevate the overall look of the garment.

For those working towards a deadline, the suggested timeline is to complete the sweater within two months, while the dress version allows an extra month for completion. Whether you’re crafting a chic sweater or an elegant dress, The Evie Simple Yoke offers a blend of simplicity and style that’s easy to love.

Yarn:

My sample was knitted using the following yarns:
Stylecraft Batik Swirl 20% Wool / 80% Acrylic
Stylecraft ReCreate 40% Wool / 30% Acrylic / 30% Polyester
1 x Strand of Holst Garn Supersoft Garn held together with 1 x Strand of a Quality Kid Silk Mohair.
Stash DK / Lt Worsted Yarns

Needles:

4.5mm / US 7 or size to obtain gauge
Neckline: 16ins / 40cm cable length
Yoke: 24ins / 60cm cable length
Body: 40ins / 100cm cable length
Sleeves: DPNs or Magic Loop

Notions (recommended):

Stitch markers x 4
Tapestry needle
Waste yarn or stitch holders
4mm / US 6 knitting needles for ribbing

Guage:

20sts / 28 RNDS = 4ins / 10 cms square in 1 x 1 ribbing stitch on 4mm / US 6 needle after blocking.
18sts / 34 RNDS = 4 ins / 10 cms square in stocking stitch on 4.5mm / US 7 needle after blocking.

Size Options:

Sizes: 1(2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
To fit chest circumference: 31.25(35.5, 37.75, 40, 44.5, 49, 53.5, 57.75, 62.25) ins / 77.75(89, 94.5, 100, 111.25, 122.25, 133.5, 144.5, 155.75) cms

The pictures show size 5 and there is 0% ease meaning that the finished chest size is corresponding with the given measurements for each size. Go up a size for more positive ease.

Yards:

Waist Length Sweater with long sleeves version: 851(982, 1043, 1021, 1201, 1332, 1504, 1676, 1878) yards
Tunic Length Sweater with long sleeves version: 1038(1195, 1270, 1441, 1599, 1798, 1996, 2225, 2438) yards
Dress Length Sweater with long sleeves version: 1483(1701, 1807, 2011, 2233, 2496, 2759, 3048, 3325) yards

Skills required:

1. Basics (knit/purl, increase/decrease)
2. Invisible increases (written instructions are provided)
3. Short rows
4. Working in the round

Project Notes:

1. Construction: The top is worked in one piece from the top down, beginning with a circular yoke. The instructions are fully written out.
2. Sleeve and Body Separation: After completing the yoke, you will separate the sleeves from the body and work on each section separately.
3. Lengthening Options: To adjust the length of the cropped tee, you can incorporate waist shaping or add short rows to shape the neck and / or bust before proceeding with the main body and hem.
4. Sleeve Options: 3/4 sleeves Full-length sleeves, either plain or shaped Cuffs can be finished in ribbed or garter stitch.
5. Split Hem Edging: A simple, easy-to-follow repeat is provided in the written instructions for finishing the hem.

This pattern allows for customisation of fit and style, making it versatile and adaptable for different preferences.