Beginners Batwing Sweater by KingAndEye

Beginners Batwing Sweater

Knitting
August 2020
DK (11 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette/stocking stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1148 - 1914 yards (1050 - 1750 m)
XS (28 inch chest) -5XL (62 inch chest)
English
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Throw on this easy-knit sweater at any time of the year. The stylish batwing sleeves mean you’ll stand out for all the right reasons.

This simple sweater is knitted in two identical pieces with just stockinette stitch, so it is perfect for beginners.

If you are unsure of how to cast on, knit or purl you can follow the video tutorials on YouTube.

CONSTRUCTION:
The sweater is knitted sideways in two pieces, starting at one wrist and working across the body to the other wrist. These pieces are then seamed.

SIZES:
This sweater is available in sizes XS (28 inch chest) through to 5XL (60-62 inch chest) with 10-20cm/ 4-8 inches of ease.

XS to fit 86cm/34 inch chest
S to fit 91cm/36 inch chest
M to fit 101cm/40 inch chest
L to fit 111cm/44 inch chest
XL to fit 121cm/48 inch chest
2XL to fit 132cm/52 inch chest
3XL to fit 137cm/54 inch chest
4XL to fit 142cm/56 inch chest
5XL to fit 158cm/62 inch chest

Shoulder to waist is approximately 18 inches (45cm). Ease around the bust is approximately 8-10 inches as the sleeves add plenty of width.

MATERIALS:
DK size yarn. Any type of yarn material will work so you can try a cool cotton version for the Summer or go warm and woolly in the Winter.

Size XS/S/M Approx 1155m/1263yds
Size L/XL/2XL 1690m/1840yds
Size 3XL/4XL/5XL 2106m/2303yds

• 4mm (US Size 6) knitting needles (60cm circular is recommended)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Measuring Tape

GAUGE:
22 stitches x 30 rows = 10x10cm (4x4 inches) using 4mm (size 6) needles

If you have any questions feel free to email me at hello@kingandeye.co.uk or DM me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kingandeye/

For more information see:https://kingandeye.shop/products/beginners-batwing-sweater-knitting-pattern