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Free basic machine knitting patterns online for women's sweaters

Machine knitting yarns come in a huge variety of thicknesses, from bulky all the way down to yarns as fine as sewing thread.
Coned machine yarns are usually treated with an oil or waxy substance for a knitting machine.
Because of this, the gauge and appearance of your knitted fabric will vary before and after washing.
If you are knitting by machine or hand, you must wash your swatch before measuring your gauge because it shrinks or stretches.
Machine: Any knitting machine and ribber
Ribber = knitting machine combined with the ribbing attachment
( if you don't have a ribber, knit rib by hand, then transfer your knitting knit to the machine )

Set up for 1 x 1 rib. (Instructions are for Brother )
Rack the ribber 1 space to right to get needles in Zig-Zag position. Brother; (P3). Important ; the right-and-left most
outer stitch is on the Main bed .
Thread yarn, knit 1 Zig-Zag row. instructions for knitting machineT = 0 on Both dials. Hang the comb, hang weights on the comb.
Set to circular rows; using the Part button on the K-carriage
instructions for knitting machineand the opposite Part button on the Ribber-carriage.instructions for knitting machine
Knit 2 or 3 circular rows. Cancel part buttons on Both carriages, set dials to ribber tension. Rib for required amount.

Return pattern to row number required, same number for electronics, For Brother -
1. ; press Part-buttons, than; press Memory button.
2. ; knit 1 row from right to left; Needles are now selected.
Continue knitting in pattern (DON'T forget to press MC-button if you where knitting Fair Isle.) OR Press 1 row higher for punchcard machines.
For more rib patterns go to my machine knitting page.

First, pick your yarn and do a swatch, determine the right gauge, gauge is a matter of personal choice.
The needle's position on the bed, together with the carriage settings, determines whether the stitch will knit, slip, tuck, or hold.

COL = carriage on left
COR = carriage on right
HP = holding position. This is usually pos D or E, depending on brand of machine
LH = left hand
MY = main yarn
RC000 = turn the row counter to 0 (zero)
TD = tension dial
WY = waste yarn.
Options; Knit several rows with waste yarn, then start knitting with Main yarn, or remove with WY the knitting from the machine.
Patterns for Knitting Machine in 5 women's sizes 40 - 48
Flat (Bottom-Up) Regular length Straight Pullover with Ribbing
Drop shoulder with Full length Moderate Taper sleeves with Ribbing
Round (crew) front neck and Shallow back neck with Single Band collar

Designed : 24-1-2009
Size: Pattern for Woman 101 cms chestsize for * size 40 USA / British 34

KNIT A TENSION SWATCH FIRST
After knitting your swatch, leave it settle for several hours of even days.
Check your measurements and write down all the alterations before you start knitting.

STITCH OR KNITTING GAUGE, AND TENSION: depends on the pattern of stitches in the fabric and the tension of the
individual knitter or crocheter ( or how tightly one knits or crochets, and thick or thin yarns produce different stitches ).
Gauge (Stocking Stitch over 4 in = 10 cm): 25,0 stitches by 38,0 rows.
Body knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD between 4-10.
Ribbing knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD for body minus 1.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS: (cms): ... with Moderate fit.
Chest: 108,0 Armhole: 47,0 Top Neck Opening: 18,0
Hem Width: 22,0 Front Neck Width: 9,0
Front Neck Depth: 10,0
Hem Width: 108,0 Sleeve Bottom: 22,0 Back Neck Width: 15,0
Sleeve Length: 43,0 Back Neck Depth: 1,0
Body Length: 61,0 Hem Length: 6,0 Collar Length: 3,0
Hem Length: 7,0


Note: Read ALL these instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. There may be sections where there are two
shapings to knit at the same time (such as necklines or waist shaping). The pattern may call for more needles
than you have on your machine.

NOTE: At most, 138 needles are required to make this garment.

BACK: ( check all the measurements after the first piece, just in case. )
1. Cast on 138 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 30 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.
knit 116 rows.
3. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 86 rows (202 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 38 stitches to WY. 50 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 4 times, until 46 stitches remain. Knit 0 rows even.
Total 206 rows.
6. Cut yarn. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

FRONT:
1-2 Follow steps 1 and 2 as for back. COR.
3. Armhole. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 52 rows ( 168 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 22 stitches to WY. 58 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 12 times, until 46 stitches remain. Knit 26 rows
even. Total 206 rows.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 107 cms end. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

SLEEVES: ( both alike )
1. Cast on 58 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 26 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.

3. Inc 1 st at each end of every 4th row 17 times, then every 5th row 14 times to 120 stitches (138 rows total).
4. knit even to total 142 rows. COR.
5. Cast off with latch tool.

LEFT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. Graft shoulder seam on 46 stitches.

ROUND (CREW) FRONT NECK SINGLE BAND COLLAR: use a 3 NEEDLE transfer tool to pick up these stitches.

1. Bring out 130 needles to HP. With wrong side of knit facing, rehang 4 stitches from right back neck edge, 38 stitches from
back neck holder, 4 stitches from left back neck edge, 31 stitches from left front neck edge, 22 stitches from front neck holder
and 31 stitches from right front neck edge. Hang weights. Push needles to FWP, latches open. Use TD for Body
minus 1, with COR.
2. knit 14 rows. First row; knit 1 row at the Main Tension. Then; Transfer stitches to 1x1 rib.
Change tension to minus 1, then knit required ribbing rows. Cast off with latch tool.

RIGHT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. As for left shoulder seam.

FINISHING: Take special care to finishing. Mattress stitch is better for patterns ( fair isle ) or stripes.
Sewing up neat seams, takes more time than the knitting, but you want a professional look, not home made.

1. Sew sleeve top to armhole, easing to fit. Sew side and sleeve seams. Use a small back stitch, give final pressing.

AMOUNT OF YARN REQUIRED TO MAKE GARMENT:
--- WARNING. THIS IS A ROUGH ESTIMATE ONLY. Measure a sample piece for a more accurate calculation.
Amount needed:
445,8 for body and sleeves
62,4 for ribbing and/or hems
10,1 for collar/hood
518,3 Grams TOTAL

NOTES:


Pattern designed by: Jessica with KNITWARE DESIGN ™

Flat (Bottom-Up) Regular length Straight Pullover with Ribbing
Drop shoulder with Full length Moderate Taper sleeves with Ribbing
Round (crew) front neck and Shallow back neck with Single Band collar

Designed : 24-1-2009
Size: Pattern for Woman 106 cms chestsize for * size 42 USA / British 36

KNIT A TENSION SWATCH FIRST
After knitting your swatch, leave it settle for several hours of even days.
Check your measurements and write down all the alterations before you start knitting.

STITCH OR KNITTING GAUGE, AND TENSION: depends on the pattern of stitches in the fabric and the tension of the
individual knitter or crocheter ( or how tightly one knits or crochets, and thick or thin yarns produce different stitches ).
Gauge (Stocking Stitch over 4 in = 10 cm): 25,0 stitches by 38,0 rows.
Body knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD between 4-10.
Ribbing knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD for body minus 1.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS: (cms): ... with Moderate fit.
Chest: 113,0 Armhole: 48,0 Top Neck Opening: 19,0
Hem Width: 22,0 Front Neck Width: 10,0
Front Neck Depth: 10,0
Hem Width: 113,0 Sleeve Bottom: 22,0 Back Neck Width: 16,0
Sleeve Length: 43,0 Back Neck Depth: 2,0
Body Length: 61,0 Hem Length: 6,0 Collar Length: 3,0
Hem Length: 7,0


Note: Read ALL these instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. There may be sections where there are two
shapings to knit at the same time (such as necklines or waist shaping). The pattern may call for more needles
than you have on your machine.

NOTE: At most, 144 needles are required to make this garment.

BACK: ( check all the measurements after the first piece, just in case. )
1. Cast on 144 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 30 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.
knit 114 rows.
3. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 84 rows (198 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 40 stitches to WY. 52 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 4 times, until 48 stitches remain. Knit 4 rows even.
Total 206 rows.
6. Cut yarn. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

FRONT:
1-2 Follow steps 1 and 2 as for back. COR.
3. Armhole. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 54 rows ( 168 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 26 stitches to WY. 59 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 11 times, until 48 stitches remain. Knit 27 rows
even. Total 206 rows.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 111 cms end. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

SLEEVES: ( both alike )
1. Cast on 58 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 26 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.

3. Inc 1 st at each end of every 4th row 22 times, then every 5th row 10 times to 122 stitches (138 rows total).
4. knit even to total 142 rows. COR.
5. Cast off with latch tool.

LEFT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. Graft shoulder seam on 48 stitches.

ROUND (CREW) FRONT NECK SINGLE BAND COLLAR: use a 3 NEEDLE transfer tool to pick up these stitches.

1. Bring out 140 needles to HP. With wrong side of knit facing, rehang 7 stitches from right back neck edge, 40 stitches from
back neck holder, 7 stitches from left back neck edge, 30 stitches from left front neck edge, 26 stitches from front neck holder
and 30 stitches from right front neck edge. Hang weights. Push needles to FWP, latches open. Use TD for Body
minus 1, with COR.
2. knit 14 rows. First row; knit 1 row at the Main Tension. Then; Transfer stitches to 1x1 rib.
Change tension to minus 1, then knit required ribbing rows. Cast off with latch tool.

RIGHT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. As for left shoulder seam.

FINISHING: Take special care to finishing. Mattress stitch is better for patterns ( fair isle ) or stripes.
Sewing up neat seams, takes more time than the knitting, but you want a professional look, not home made.

1. Sew sleeve top to armhole, easing to fit. Sew side and sleeve seams. Use a small back stitch, give final pressing.

AMOUNT OF YARN REQUIRED TO MAKE GARMENT:
--- WARNING. THIS IS A ROUGH ESTIMATE ONLY. Measure a sample piece for a more accurate calculation.
Amount needed:
459,4 for body and sleeves
64,4 for ribbing and/or hems
10,8 for collar/hood
534,6 Grams TOTAL



Pattern designed by: Jessica with KNITWARE DESIGN ™

Flat (Bottom-Up) Regular length Straight Pullover with Ribbing
Drop shoulder with Full length Moderate Taper sleeves with Ribbing
Round (crew) front neck and Shallow back neck with Single Band collar

Designed : 24-1-2009
Size: Pattern for Woman 111 cms chestsize for * size 44 USA / British 38

KNIT A TENSION SWATCH FIRST
After knitting your swatch, leave it settle for several hours of even days.
Check your measurements and write down all the alterations before you start knitting.

STITCH OR KNITTING GAUGE, AND TENSION: depends on the pattern of stitches in the fabric and the tension of the
individual knitter or crocheter ( or how tightly one knits or crochets, and thick or thin yarns produce different stitches ).
Gauge (Stocking Stitch over 4 in = 10 cm): 25,0 stitches by 38,0 rows.
Body knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD between 4-10.
Ribbing knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD for body minus 1.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS: (cms): ... with Moderate fit.
Chest: 118,0 Armhole: 49,0 Top Neck Opening: 19,0
Hem Width: 23,0 Front Neck Width: 10,0
Front Neck Depth: 10,0
Hem Width: 118,0 Sleeve Bottom: 23,0 Back Neck Width: 16,0
Sleeve Length: 43,0 Back Neck Depth: 2,0
Body Length: 62,0 Hem Length: 6,0 Collar Length: 3,0
Hem Length: 7,0


Note: Read ALL these instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. There may be sections where there are two
shapings to knit at the same time (such as necklines or waist shaping). The pattern may call for more needles
than you have on your machine.

NOTE: At most, 150 needles are required to make this garment.

BACK: ( check all the measurements after the first piece, just in case. )
1. Cast on 150 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 30 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.
knit 116 rows.
3. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 86 rows (202 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 40 stitches to WY. 55 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 4 times, until 51 stitches remain. Knit 4 rows even.
Total 210 rows.
6. Cut yarn. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

FRONT:
1-2 Follow steps 1 and 2 as for back. COR.
3. Armhole. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 56 rows ( 172 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 26 stitches to WY. 62 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 11 times, until 51 stitches remain. Knit 27 rows
even. Total 210 rows.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 117 cms end. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

SLEEVES: ( both alike )
1. Cast on 60 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 26 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.

3. Inc 1 st at each end of every 4th row 22 times, then every 5th row 10 times to 124 stitches (138 rows total).
4. knit even to total 142 rows. COR.
5. Cast off with latch tool.

LEFT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. Graft shoulder seam on 51 stitches.

ROUND (CREW) FRONT NECK SINGLE BAND COLLAR: use a 3 NEEDLE transfer tool to pick up these stitches.

1. Bring out 140 needles to HP. With wrong side of knit facing, rehang 7 stitches from right back neck edge, 40 stitches from
back neck holder, 7 stitches from left back neck edge, 30 stitches from left front neck edge, 26 stitches from front neck holder
and 30 stitches from right front neck edge. Hang weights. Push needles to FWP, latches open. Use TD for Body
minus 1, with COR.
2. knit 14 rows. First row; knit 1 row at the Main Tension. Then; Transfer stitches to 1x1 rib.
Change tension to minus 1, then knit required ribbing rows. Cast off with latch tool.

RIGHT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. As for left shoulder seam.

FINISHING: Take special care to finishing. Mattress stitch is better for patterns ( fair isle ) or stripes.
Sewing up neat seams, takes more time than the knitting, but you want a professional look, not home made.

1. Sew sleeve top to armhole, easing to fit. Sew side and sleeve seams. Use a small back stitch, give final pressing.

AMOUNT OF YARN REQUIRED TO MAKE GARMENT:
--- WARNING. THIS IS A ROUGH ESTIMATE ONLY. Measure a sample piece for a more accurate calculation.
Amount needed:
482,8 for body and sleeves
67,0 for ribbing and/or hems
10,8 for collar/hood
560,6 Grams TOTAL



Pattern designed by: Jessica with KNITWARE DESIGN ™

Flat (Bottom-Up) Regular length Straight Pullover with Ribbing
Drop shoulder with Full length Moderate Taper sleeves with Ribbing
Round (crew) front neck and Shallow back neck with Single Band collar

Designed : 24-1-2009
Size: Pattern for Woman 116 cms chestsize for * size 46 USA / British 40

KNIT A TENSION SWATCH FIRST
After knitting your swatch, leave it settle for several hours of even days.
Check your measurements and write down all the alterations before you start knitting.

STITCH OR KNITTING GAUGE, AND TENSION: depends on the pattern of stitches in the fabric and the tension of the
individual knitter or crocheter ( or how tightly one knits or crochets, and thick or thin yarns produce different stitches ).
Gauge (Stocking Stitch over 4 in = 10 cm): 25,0 stitches by 38,0 rows.
Body knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD between 4-10.
Ribbing knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD for body minus 1.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS: (cms): ... with Moderate fit.
Chest: 124,0 Armhole: 50,0 Top Neck Opening: 20,0
Hem Width: 23,0 Front Neck Width: 10,0
Front Neck Depth: 10,0
Hem Width: 124,0 Sleeve Bottom: 23,0 Back Neck Width: 17,0
Sleeve Length: 44,0 Back Neck Depth: 2,0
Body Length: 63,0 Hem Length: 6,0 Collar Length: 3,0
Hem Length: 8,0


Note: Read ALL these instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. There may be sections where there are two
shapings to knit at the same time (such as necklines or waist shaping). The pattern may call for more needles
than you have on your machine.

NOTE: At most, 158 needles are required to make this garment.

BACK: ( check all the measurements after the first piece, just in case. )
1. Cast on 158 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 34 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.
knit 114 rows.
3. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 88 rows (202 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 42 stitches to WY. 58 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 4 times, until 54 stitches remain. Knit 4 rows even.
Total 210 rows.
6. Cut yarn. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

FRONT:
1-2 Follow steps 1 and 2 as for back. COR.
3. Armhole. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 58 rows ( 172 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 26 stitches to WY. 66 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 12 times, until 54 stitches remain. Knit 26 rows
even. Total 210 rows.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 123 cms end. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

SLEEVES: ( both alike )
1. Cast on 60 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 26 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.

3. Inc 1 st at each end of every 4th row 28 times, then every 5th row 6 times to 128 stitches (142 rows total).
4. knit even to total 146 rows. COR.
5. Cast off with latch tool.

LEFT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. Graft shoulder seam on 54 stitches.

ROUND (CREW) FRONT NECK SINGLE BAND COLLAR: use a 3 NEEDLE transfer tool to pick up these stitches.

1. Bring out 144 needles to HP. With wrong side of knit facing, rehang 7 stitches from right back neck edge, 42 stitches from
back neck holder, 7 stitches from left back neck edge, 31 stitches from left front neck edge, 26 stitches from front neck holder
and 31 stitches from right front neck edge. Hang weights. Push needles to FWP, latches open. Use TD for Body
minus 1, with COR.
2. knit 14 rows. First row; knit 1 row at the Main Tension. Then; Transfer stitches to 1x1 rib.
Change tension to minus 1, then knit required ribbing rows. Cast off with latch tool.

RIGHT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. As for left shoulder seam.

FINISHING: Take special care to finishing. Mattress stitch is better for patterns ( fair isle ) or stripes.
Sewing up neat seams, takes more time than the knitting, but you want a professional look, not home made.

1. Sew sleeve top to armhole, easing to fit. Sew side and sleeve seams. Use a small back stitch, give final pressing.

AMOUNT OF YARN REQUIRED TO MAKE GARMENT:
--- WARNING. THIS IS A ROUGH ESTIMATE ONLY. Measure a sample piece for a more accurate calculation.
Amount needed:
508,4 for body and sleeves
76,6 for ribbing and/or hems
11,1 for collar/hood
596,1 Grams TOTAL



Pattern designed by: Jessica with KNITWARE DESIGN ™

Flat (Bottom-Up) Regular length Straight Pullover with Ribbing
Drop shoulder with Full length Moderate Taper sleeves with Ribbing
Round (crew) front neck and Shallow back neck with Single Band collar

Designed : 24-1-2009
Size: Pattern for Woman 121 cms chestsize for * size 48 USA / British 42

KNIT A TENSION SWATCH FIRST
After knitting your swatch, leave it settle for several hours of even days.
Check your measurements and write down all the alterations before you start knitting.

STITCH OR KNITTING GAUGE, AND TENSION: depends on the pattern of stitches in the fabric and the tension of the
individual knitter or crocheter ( or how tightly one knits or crochets, and thick or thin yarns produce different stitches ).
Gauge (Stocking Stitch over 4 in = 10 cm): 25,0 stitches by 38,0 rows.
Body knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD between 4-10.
Ribbing knit by Brother knitting machine *or any Standard gauge * using TD for body minus 1.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS: (cms): ... with Moderate fit.
Chest: 129,0 Armhole: 51,0 Top Neck Opening: 20,0
Hem Width: 24,0 Front Neck Width: 10,0
Front Neck Depth: 11,0
Hem Width: 129,0 Sleeve Bottom: 24,0 Back Neck Width: 17,0
Sleeve Length: 44,0 Back Neck Depth: 2,0
Body Length: 64,0 Hem Length: 6,0 Collar Length: 3,0
Hem Length: 8,0


Note: Read ALL these instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit. There may be sections where there are two
shapings to knit at the same time (such as necklines or waist shaping). The pattern may call for more needles
than you have on your machine.

NOTE: At most, 164 needles are required to make this garment.

BACK: ( check all the measurements after the first piece, just in case. )
1. Cast on 164 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 34 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.
knit 116 rows.
3. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 90 rows (206 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 42 stitches to WY. 61 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 4 times, until 57 stitches remain. Knit 4 rows even.
Total 214 rows.
6. Cut yarn. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

FRONT:
1-2 Follow steps 1 and 2 as for back. COR.
3. Armhole. Mark this row at both ends for armhole. knit 56 rows ( 172 rows total).
4. Shape neck. ( Normal decrease; cast off. Stretchy decrease; put stitches in Holding Position)
If you use a stitch pattern, Note pattern row number or press Memory button. See Notes.
COR. Thread center 26 stitches to WY. 69 stitches each side.
5. Right neck. LH needles in HP. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 12 times, until 57 stitches remain. Knit 30 rows
even. Total 214 rows.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 129 cms end. knit 6 rows WY. Place stitches in HP.
7. Left neck. COL. __ For knitting in pattern; see Notes. -_
knit as for right neck, reversing all shaping by reading left for right, and vice versa.

SLEEVES: ( both alike )
1. Cast on 62 stitches in MY.
Set up for 1 x 1 rib. see Notes. knit in 1x1 rib for 26 rows. COR.
2. Change to TD for Body; set RC 000.
Transfer ribber stitches to main bed.
Knit tricot stitch or other stitch or pattern of your choice.

3. Inc 1 st at each end of every 4th row 28 times, then every 5th row 6 times to 130 stitches (142 rows total).
4. knit even to total 146 rows. COR.
5. Cast off with latch tool.

LEFT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. Graft shoulder seam on 57 stitches.

ROUND (CREW) FRONT NECK SINGLE BAND COLLAR: use a 3 NEEDLE transfer tool to pick up these stitches.

1. Bring out 148 needles to HP. With wrong side of knit facing, rehang 7 stitches from right back neck edge, 42 stitches from
back neck holder, 7 stitches from left back neck edge, 33 stitches from left front neck edge, 26 stitches from front neck holder
and 33 stitches from right front neck edge. Hang weights. Push needles to FWP, latches open. Use TD for Body
minus 1, with COR.
2. knit 14 rows. First row; knit 1 row at the Main Tension. Then; Transfer stitches to 1x1 rib.
Change tension to minus 1, then knit required ribbing rows. Cast off with latch tool.

RIGHT SHOULDER SEAM:
1. As for left shoulder seam.

FINISHING: Take special care to finishing. Mattress stitch is better for patterns ( fair isle ) or stripes.
Sewing up neat seams, takes more time than the knitting, but you want a professional look, not home made.

1. Sew sleeve top to armhole, easing to fit. Sew side and sleeve seams. Use a small back stitch, give final pressing.

AMOUNT OF YARN REQUIRED TO MAKE GARMENT:
--- WARNING. THIS IS A ROUGH ESTIMATE ONLY. Measure a sample piece for a more accurate calculation.
Amount needed:
532,0 for body and sleeves
79,4 for ribbing and/or hems
11,4 for collar/hood
622,8 Grams TOTAL



Pattern designed by: Jessica with KNITWARE DESIGN ™
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