This Simple Knitted Sweater tutorial will walk you through each part of the process, from casting on your first stitch to weaving in the final loose ends. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or picking up needles for the first time, you'll find helpful tips and clear instructions to knit a cozy, comfortable sweater. With just yarn and needles, let's knit something special that's uniquely yours!
Simple Knitted Sweater Tutorial
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Drops Nepal or similar alternatives. For stripes, two colors are suggested (light gray and cream).
Needles:
- Circular knitting needles (suggested starting with a size suitable for your yarn, often around 5.5mm).
- If you are working on multiple projects, consider interchangeable needles.
Other Tools:
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (at least nine, one different from the others to mark the beginning of the round)
- Tape measure or a piece of yarn and a ruler
- Needle for weaving ends
- Optional: shorter circular needles or other techniques for knitting smaller circumferences
- Instructions:
Casting On:
Using the Long-Tail Cast On Method:
- Estimate yarn for the cast-on; wrap it around the needle once for each stitch you plan on casting on.
- Secure the initial loop and proceed with casting on using your estimated number of stitches (based on size).
- Initial Setup:
Knitting the Ribbing:
- Start by knitting in ribbing (knit 1, purl 1) for about 2 inches or desired length for the collar.
- Body:
Increasing for the Yoke:
- Place markers for your increases. You will be increasing at eight points around the yoke (four raglan lines).
- Use knit front and back for increases or a preferred increase method just before and after each marker.
- Continue the increase rows alternated with even-knit rows until yoke reaches desired depth.
Checker for Fit:
Periodically, place the yoke on scrap yarn to try on and ensure proper fit around the neck and shoulders.
Divide for Sleeves and Body:
- At the desired yoke depth, place sleeve stitches on hold (using scrap yarn) and continue knitting the body in the round.
- Cast on new stitches under the arm if needed to bridge the underarm gap.
- Sleeves:
Knitting the Sleeves:
- Pick up the held stitches and knit in the round. Decrease as necessary to taper towards the wrist.
- Continue until sleeves reach desired length.
Finishing:
Final Ribbing:
- Switch to smaller needles if preferred and knit ribbing for the cuffs.
Weaving Ends:
- Weave in all loose ends securely.
Blocking:
- Wash and block the jumper to even out the stitches and get the size set.
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