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Arden V-Neck Sweater Knitting Pattern
Arden V-Neck Sweater Knitting Pattern
The Arden sweater knitting pattern is a refined wardrobe staple: a piece designed for effortless layering and everyday wear, equally suited to relaxed outfits and more polished looks.
The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, featuring a deep V-neckline that adds a quiet sense of elegance. The neckline is finished with a well-defined yet relaxed 2 × 2 rib, while the soft, fluid silhouette ensures a comfortable and flattering fit.
The starting point for this design was versatility. Arden is made to pair naturally with both tailored pieces and casual garments, making it an easy choice for a modern wardrobe.
The colour plays a subtle yet confident role: when knitted in black, Arden becomes a true classic — timeless, understated and endlessly wearable. Perfect as a handmade knitwear piece or a thoughtful gift for knitters, this pattern blends classic style with everyday practicality.
Learn more:
Laine x Novita Yarn Collection
Laine x Novita Lookbook
Laine x Novita Yarn
SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)
Recommended ease: Approx. 14–16” / 35–40 cm of positive ease. The model is wearing a size 2.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust Circumference: 46 (49, 52.75, 57.5, 62) (66.75, 69.75, 72.5, 77.25)“ / 115.5 (122.5, 132, 143.5, 155.5) (167, 174, 181, 193) cm.
Yoke Depth: 10.75 (11.25, 12.5, 13.25, 13.75) (14.75, 14.25, 15, 16.25)“ / 27 (28.5, 31, 33, 34.5) (36.5, 35.5, 37.5, 40.5) cm (measured from the back neck, excluding the ribbing).
Length from Underarm to Hem: 10” / 25 cm or as desired.
Upper Arm Circumference: 18.25 (19.25, 21.25, 23.5, 24.5) (25.5, 26, 27.25, 29.25)“ / 46 (48, 53, 59, 61) (63.5, 64.5, 68, 73) cm.
Sleeve Length from Underarm: 19.75” / 50 cm or as desired.
MATERIALS
Yarn 1: 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins of Novita x Laine 4ply (100% wool, 437 yds / 400 m – 100 g), colourway (0891) Winter Black.
Yarn 2: 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) (6, 7, 7, 8) balls of Novita Edith (70% mohair, 30% silk, 229 yds / 210 m – 25 g), colourway (0981) Sin.
Alternatively, for yarn 1, you can use approx. 965 (1030, 1135, 1280, 1360) (1460, 1510, 1610, 1755) yds / 885 (940, 1040, 1170, 1245) (1335, 1380, 1470, 1605) m of any similar fingering-weight yarn. For yarn 2, you can use approx. 910 (970, 1070, 1205, 1280) (1375, 1425, 1515, 1650) yds / 830 (885, 980, 1105, 1170) (1255, 1300, 1385, 1510) m of any similar lace-weight yarn.
The burgundy version is knitted using the same yarns in the following colourways: Laine x Novita 4ply (7821) Deep Burgundy and Novita Edith (7851) Feelings.
Needles: US 6 / 4 mm circular needles for ribbing and US 9 / 5.5 mm (or size needed to obtain gauge) circular needles for stockinette stitch.

