Varpu Sweater Knitting Pattern

Description

The Varpu sweater knitting pattern is worked top-down, mainly as one piece. It is a swift and effortless knit, perfect for beginners and also an enjoyable project for more experienced knitters.

Varpu is knitted in Børstet Alpakka by Sandnes Garn, a soft brushed alpaca yarn that feels light and airy despite being classified as bulky weight yarn. Please note that a regular thick bulky yarn would not provide the same texture or drape; choose a similar alternative if Børstet Alpakka is unavailable.

This handmade sweater pattern creates a comfortable, wearable knit that’s perfect for layering or casual everyday wear.

This pattern is available in English only.

This pattern is a digital PDF download. After purchase, you will be given a unique link to download the pattern to your computer, phone or tablet. Please note that, due to the nature of digital knitting patterns, we do not offer refunds on digital purchases.

Details

SIZES
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL)

Recommended ease: 12–16” / 30–40 cm of positive ease.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust circumference: 40 (46.5, 52.75, 58.5, 64, 70.5)” / 100 (116, 132, 146, 160, 176) cm.
Arm circumference, measured from underarm: 13 (14, 16, 18, 19, 22)” / 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 54) cm.
Length from underarm to hem: 12.5” / 31.5 cm or desired length.
Sleeve length from underarm: 10.5” / 27 cm or desired length.

MATERIALS
Yarn: 4 (4, 4, 5, 6, 7) balls of Børstet Alpakka by Sandnes Garn (96% brushed alpaca, 4% nylon, 120 yds / 110 m – 50 g), colourway 9575.

Needles: US 15 / 10 mm 32–40” / 80–100 cm circular needle for stockinette stitch. 10.75” / 7 mm 32–40” / 80–100 cm circular needle for ribbing (and DPNs for sleeve and neck ribbing, unless you use the magic loop technique).

Notions: Locking stitch markers, tapestry needle.

GAUGE
10 sts x 12 rows to 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch, after blocking.

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