Madam Secretary
Experience the charm of knitting with this cozy and elegant garter-stitch cocoon sweater, featuring stylish dolman (batwing) sleeves and a wrap-around collar that beautifully forms a yoke in the back. This delightful pattern is perfect for knitters of all skill levels, making it an ideal first-sweater project that is easy and enjoyable to create.
Affectionately named Madam Secretary, this fantastic cocoon sweater is designed to be knit sideways in one continuous piece. You’ll begin with a provisional cast on at the back, using innovative tech tactics like additional provisional cast-ons along with simple short rows and decreases to shape the garment. The collar and yoke stitches are seamlessly continued from the provisional cast-on stitches along the front edges and are expertly picked up and knitted around the back neckline, ensuring a polished finish.
Sizing: For those who find themselves in between sizes, we recommend opting for the next size up to ensure a comfortable fit.
Yarn Information: This pattern calls for Sunday Knits 5 ply (worsted weight yarn) in exquisite blends such as Angelic (merino angora), Eden (merino), Nirvana (merino cashmere), or Brigadoon (merino tweed). Each blend includes 137 yd / 125 m per skein, weighing in at 1-3/4 oz / 50 g. Depending on your selected size, you will need 10 (11, 12, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins. The sample garment is showcased in the beautiful Angelic Smoke colorway.
If you prefer variety, feel free to substitute any light worsted weight yarn that can achieve a loose fabric at the specified gauge, with a total yardage requirement of approximately 1310 (1410, 1510, 1610, 1720, 1820, 1930) yards.
Gauge: Ensure your stitches are precisely measured, aiming for 17 sts and 34 rows = 4” / 10 cm in garter stitch for the best results.
Techniques Used: Throughout this knitting journey, you’ll employ essential techniques such as provisional cast on, simple short rows (instructions provided), knit stitch, k2tog, ssk, pick up and knit, and bind off, helping to enhance your knitting skills along the way.
Pattern Includes: This comprehensive pattern offers written instructions, a detailed schematic, and a helpful glossary to guide you through each step with clarity and ease.
Enjoy the soothing rhythm of creating your very own Madam Secretary cocoon sweater—a classic piece that will not only highlight your knitting talents but also keep you stylishly cozy throughout the seasons.
