Description
ABOUT THE PATTERN
The Papillon Sweater is knitted top-down, back and forth, using circular needles. Start by knitting the shoulder pieces, then work on the back, the front, and finally the sleeves. Sew the sides and sleeves. Finish with the neckline and ribbed edges around the collar and cuffs. This pattern is suitable for intermediate knitters.
SIZES
XS/S (M/L) XL/2XL (3XL/4XL) 5XL/6XL
Sizes above correspond with the following measurements :
Chest Circumference:
78-86 (86-102) 102-118 (118-134) 134-150 cm
Measure your own chest circumference to determine which size will fit you the best.
Photos above: I’m wearing size S / 168 cm tall / Chest: 82 cm
MEASUREMENTS
The Papillon Sweater has approximately 22 cm of positive ease measured around the bust. To match the stitch pattern’s multiple, the sweater must be knitted in combined sizes XS/S, M/L, etc. The sweater’s ease is based on the following reference bust measurements:
82 (94) 110 (126) 142 cm.
This means that once finished, when measured flat under the arms, the sweater measures:
XS/S: 52 cm (M/L: 58 cm) XL/2XL: 66 cm (3XL/4XL: 76 cm) 5XL/6XL: 84 cm
YARNS AND MATERIALS
Approx 1000 (1200) 1400 (1600) 1800 g of Love Wool from Katia Yarns (85% Virgin Wool, 15% Alpaca, 100 g = 50 m)
Color N°113
Circular needles 10 mm (US15 / UK000) [ 80 cm ]
Circular needles 12 mm (US17) [ 80 cm ]
Cable needle 12 mm.
Tapestry needle
GAUGE
7.5 sts x 9 rows = 10 x 10 cm in Stockinette stitch, on needle size 12 mm (US17).
Since the Honeycomb cable stitch pattern is difficult to measure accurately, it’s recommended to knit a swatch in stockinette stitch to determine your gauge. This method provides a more precise measurement for ensuring your project will turn out the correct size.
However, for reference, the gauge in the Honeycomb Cable stitch pattern is also provided below:
9 sts x 8 rows = 10 x 10 cm in Honeycomb Cable stitch, on needle size 12 mm (US17).
TIPS
When knitting your swatch, make sure to cast on enough stitches to allow for at least 10 cm (4 inches) of fabric, plus a few extra on each side to prevent edge distortion during measuring. For this design, it is not necessary to block your swatch, as with a chunky yarn like the one used, the finished piece does not require blocking.
Although stockinette is easier to measure, it’s worth noting that the Honeycomb Cable stitch gauge is more compressed and elastic. Be mindful of this difference when checking your tension against the pattern specifications.
Make a swatch to achieve the same gauge as indicated above. Needle size is only a guide. If you get too many stitches on 10 cm = 4”, change to a larger needle size. If you get too few stitches on 10 cm = 4”, change to a smaller needle size.
I did not block my swatch.
LANGUAGE
English
This pattern is digital. You can download it after payment.
If you have any question related to the pattern, feel free to reach out via email at contact@lepullstudio.com – on weekdays!
