Regina Pullover

CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW

First, the yoke is cast on using a provisional cast-on and then worked with raglan increases. Then, the sleeves are placed on hold and the body is worked in the round to the desired length and finished in 1x1 rib. The sleeves are then placed back on the needles and worked with decreases for a tapered fit. Finally, The collar is picked up from the provisional cast-on and worked in 1x1 rib. Optional waist shaping is also included for the body.

SIZING

The Regina pullover is designed to be worn with approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] of negative ease, meaning the circumference of the pullover is approximately 0-2 in [0-5 cm] smaller than your bust. When the collar is unstretched, it is intended to have 8.5-11 in [21.5-28 cm] of negative ease at the horizontal circumference of your body below the shoulders (specifically at the top of the crease where your arms separate from your body).

Sizes: (1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6] (7, 8, 9, 10)

To fit bust: (28-30, 32-34, 36-38) [40-42, 44-46, 48-50] (52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66) in [(71-76, 81-86, 91-96) [102-107, 112-117, 122-127] (132-137, 142-147, 152-157, 162-167) cm]

Garment circumference at bust: (28, 32, 36) [40, 44, 48] (52, 56, 60, 64) in [(71, 81.5, 91.5) [101.5, 112, 122] (132, 142.5, 152.5, 162.5) cm]

Note: Sizes 9-10 was not tested. If you are interested in testing either of these sizes, please email emily@emknits.co for more information.

Emily is wearing a size 2 with waist shaping.

YARN

(910, 970, 1040) [1100, 1150, 1310] (1430, 1540, 1660, 1780) yards [(832, 887, 951) [1006, 1052, 1198] (1308, 1408, 1518, 1628) meters] of a worsted weight yarn for without waist shaping. You will need approximately 30-50 yards [27-35 meters] less if you choose to work waist shaping.

For this garment, it is recommended to use a wool, wool-blend or a fiber with some elasticity. Plant based yarns (like 100% cotton) will not retain its shape once stretched which is needed to ensure the pullover stays up on your shoulders, especially for the collar.

NEEDLES

US size 8 [5 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in (60, 80 or 100 cm)

US size 7 [4.5 mm] circular needles 24, 32 or 40 in (60, 80 or 100 cm)

GAUGE

18 stitches x 24 rows on 4x4 in [10x10 cm] using US size 8 [5 mm] needles in stockinette in the round, blocked

22 stitches x 24 rows on 4x4 in [10 x 10 cm] using US size 7 [4.5 mm] needles in 1x1 rib in the round, blocked and unstretched

15 stitches x 24 rows on 4x4 in [10 x 10 cm] using US size 7 [4.5 mm] needles in 1x1 rib in the round, blocked and fully stretched

MATERIALS

US size 7 [4.5 mm] crochet hook

Elastic thread (optional)

Scrap yarn for provisional cast-on

Sewing needle (optional)

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle

TECHNIQUES

Adding elastic thread to a collar (optional)

Backwards loop cast-on

Increasing and decreasing

Italian bind-off

Provisional cast-on

DISCLAIMER

All knitting patterns are instant-download digital files. No patterns are shipped.