Iris Pullover by Trin-Annelie
The Iris Pullover knitting pattern is an inviting project for knitters seeking to create a warm, oversized sweater with vibrant colorwork. Its thoughtful construction and detailed pattern make it a rewarding endeavor, resulting in a cozy garment perfect for cold days.
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Iris Pullover
The Iris Pullover by Trin-Annelie is a cozy and vibrant sweater designed to provide warmth and comfort during cold days. Its oversized fit and colorful design make it an inviting addition to any winter wardrobe.
Pattern Name: Iris
Designer: Trin-Annelie
Craft: Knitting
Project Type: Sweater
Yarn Weight: light fingering
Suggested Yarn: Holst Garn Supersoft
Design and Construction
The Iris Pullover features a top-down, dropped shoulder construction. It begins with a double-knitting cast-on at the shoulders, creating a distinctive line of stitches along the shoulders. The initial neckline shaping for both the back and front is worked flat using short rows, after which the piece is joined in the round for the colorwork section. Steek stitches are incorporated for the armhole and neckline openings. The yoke and body are completed in the round, featuring a faux seam detail at the sides. Sleeve stitches are picked up around the armhole openings and worked top-down in the round. A folded neckband finishes the sweater, providing a polished look.
Sizing
The pattern is available in six sizes, accommodating chest circumferences from 60 cm (26 inches) to 155 cm (62 inches). It is designed with a generous positive ease of 20 cm (8 inches) to 40 cm (16 inches) at the chest and 5 cm (2 inches) to 12.5 cm (5 inches) at the upper arms, resulting in an oversized, comfortable fit. The construction allows for mixing and matching different sleeve and body sizes, offering customization to suit individual preferences.
Materials and Yarn
The recommended yarn is Holst Garn Supersoft, a light fingering weight yarn. The pattern utilizes eight colors: seven for the colorwork and one for the ribbing. The colorwork motif is executed with only two colors per round. Yardage requirements range from 2,327 yards (2,128 meters) to 4,171 yards (3,814 meters), depending on the chosen size.
The pattern suggests using US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 2½ (3.0 mm) needles to achieve the specified gauge. I recommend ChiaoGoo needles as they are my favourites.
Skill Level and Techniques
This pattern is suitable for intermediate knitters. Techniques involved include double-knitting cast-on, short rows, knitting in the round, stranded colorwork, steeking for armhole and neckline openings, and picking up stitches for sleeves and neckband. The pattern provides a photo tutorial with step-by-step guidance for the cast-on and shoulder shaping setup, as well as a coloring page to experiment with different color combinations.
Availability
The Iris Pullover pattern is available for purchase as a PDF download for €8.00 EUR on Ravelry. The pattern includes detailed instructions, charts for the colorwork, and additional resources to assist knitters throughout the project.
