Rockpool Sweater
Introducing the **Rockpool Sweater**, a versatile and stylish all-year-round casual sweater designed for ultimate comfort. This unique design features a relaxed, slouchy body complemented by charming mesh sleeves, adding a touch of chic to your wardrobe.
This sweater is crafted using DK weight yarn to achieve an Aran weight gauge, ensuring it remains lightweight and open for those cooler evenings or layered looks. The sample is made with a relatively thick DK yarn, but feel free to substitute it with a light Worsted yarn that meets the same gauge, giving you flexibility in your yarn choices while maintaining the sweater's allure.
Construction: The Rockpool Sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, making it a perfect project for knitters who love ease of construction. The process begins with casting on across the shoulders, followed by working back and forth in rows on the upper back. After completing the upper back, you'll move on to the upper front, setting the stage for the main body, which is worked in the round in one continuous piece from the armhole down to the hem.
To finish the look, stitches are picked up around the neck opening to create a cozy ribbed neckband, enhancing the overall structure of the garment.
The sleeves are beautifully crafted by picking up stitches around the armhole edge from the inside out, creating a faux ‘seam’ on the outside of the garment for added visual interest. Following this, the rest of the sleeves are worked from the top down in a delightful simple mesh stitch pattern, which not only adds texture but also keeps the sleeves lightweight and airy. Finally, the cuffs are gathered into a neat 2x2 rib, providing a polished finish to this fashionable sweater.
This Rockpool Sweater knitting pattern is perfect for knitters of all skill levels looking to create a trendy piece that seamlessly combines style with comfort. Whether you’re making it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift for someone special, this sweater will surely be a go-to item in any wardrobe. Browse our extensive collection of free and paid knitting patterns to find more creative projects that inspire your knitting journey!
