Mia's Spring sweater

Discover a vibrant and unique knitting pattern inspired by my dear friend Mia! With colors that she loves, this design is perfect for showcasing your creativity while adding a personal touch to your wardrobe.

This eye-catching design is worked from the top down, featuring comfortable neck ribbing, expertly crafted short-rows, and eye-catching stranded colorwork. After separating the sleeves, you can easily adjust the length of both the body and sleeves to your liking, making it a versatile addition to any knitwear collection.

To create this beautiful piece, you will need four colors of yarn: one main color (MC), one green (CC1), and two contrasting colors of your choice (I opted for cheerful pink and sunny yellow for CC2 and CC3). Your creativity can shine through as you choose your own color combinations!

For this project, you will need circular knitting needles in sizes 4mm/US6 and 3.5mm/US4. While thicker needles will work for most of the design, you may want to have thinner needles on hand for the optional body bottom ribbing. Make sure to have circular needles with lengths starting from 40cm/16 inches to accommodate the top-down construction.

When it comes to yarn selection, this pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn throughout. To achieve a stunning yellow shade, I recommend using two strands of Malabrigo Sock held together as CC3, ensuring your knit piece pops with color!

For those who love to quantify their crafting projects, here's a helpful yardage breakdown in percentages: Main Color (MC): 70% (grey), Contrasting Color 1 (CC1) and Color 2 (CC2): 13% each (pink and green), and Contrasting Color 3 (CC3): 5% (yellow). With this pattern, the customization options are vast, so feel free to experiment and make this piece truly your own!

Whether you are a seasoned knitter or just beginning your crafting journey, this lovely knitted garment is sure to become a beloved staple in your wardrobe. Get started today and experience the joy of knitting with this delightful pattern!