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My student Jill was ready to knit her first sweater, so I designed this beautiful one for her. When she completed knitting it, I knew immediately that the design needed to be made into a pattern for all knitters! The sweater pattern includes instructions for DK, Worsted, and Chunky weight gauges, so you can use whatever yarn you’d like.

Construction Details
Jill’s First Sweater is a top-down pullover with a simple knit-and-purl texture on the front, back, collar, and cuffs. The sleeves are worked in Stockinette Stitch. The sweater is worked in separate pieces and then seamed. There is a complete seaming tutorial for this sweater on my YouTube channel here.

Techniques Necessary
* Cast on/bind off
* Knit
* Purl
* Increasing (m1l/m1r)
* Mattress Stitch seaming
* Picking up stitches

Sizes: Adult sizes 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)(6, 7, 8, 9)
To fit bust: 29 (33, 37, 41, 45)(49, 53, 57, 61)”/73.5 (84, 94, 104, 114.5)(124.5, 134.5, 145, 155) cm
Finished bust: 37 (41, 45, 49, 53)(57, 61, 65, 69)”/94 (104, 114.5, 124.5, 134.5)(145, 155, 165, 175.5) cm
Recommended ease is 8”/20 cm. A schematic is provided on the pattern with finished measurements.
Finished length: 22 (23, 24, 25, 26)(27, 28, 29, 30)”/56 (58.5, 61, 63.5, 66)(68.5, 71, 73.5, 76) cm

Yarn and Gauge Details for DK Weight
Gauge: 22 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch using size needle to obtain gauge.
Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) needle for body and US 5 (3.75 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needle for neck or size needed for gauge. Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Yarn: 1225 (1350, 1500, 1650, 1900)(2050, 2250, 2450, 2650) yards of DK weight (CYCA #3) yarn.

Yarn and Gauge Details for Worsted Weight
Gauge: 18 sts and 24 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch using size needle to obtain gauge.
Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) needle for body and US 7 (4.5 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needle for neck or size needed for gauge. Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Yarn: 1000 (1100, 1225, 1350, 1550)(1675, 1850, 2000, 2175) yards of worsted weight (CYCA #4) yarn.
Sample made with Chelsea Luxe “Luxe Rustic DK” (85% Superwash Merino Wool, 15% Donegal Nep; 231 yds/100 g ball) in color Coral Reef. 6 balls used for the size 3 sweater on Shaina who is 5’2”/157 cm tall and has a bust of 40”/100 cm.

Yarn and Gauge Details for Chunky Weight
Gauge: 14 sts and 22 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch using size needle to obtain gauge.
Needles: US 10 (6 mm) needle for body and US 10 (6 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needle for neck or size needed for gauge. Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Yarn: 775 (850. 950, 1050, 1200)(1300, 1425, 1550, 1675) yards of chunky weight (CYCA #5) yarn.
Sample made with Yarn Snob “A Blissful Bulky” (100% Superwash Merino wool; 106 yds/100g ball) in color Peri.10 balls used for the size 4 sweater on Shaina who is 5’2”/157 cm tall and has a bust of 40”/100 cm.

Are you ready to take your knitting skills to the next level? Dive into the world of sweater making with Jill’s First Sweater pattern. This advanced beginner-friendly pattern guides you through creating a cozy pullover in sizes ranging from XS to 6X. This pattern has you covered with detailed instructions and a schematic to ensure a perfect fit. Worked in DK, worsted, or chunky weight yarn (your choice!), this sweater is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe. With multiple gauge options provided, you can customize the sweater to your preferred drape and warmth level. Elevate your handmade wardrobe with Jill’s First Sweater pattern today!

Unique Features-
• Available in sizes XS to 6X
• Detailed schematic for perfect fit
• Written pattern for easy following

Materials Needed-
• Needles: 3.75mm (US Size 5.0), 4.5mm (US Size 7.0), 6mm (US Size 10.0)
• Yarns: DK, Worsted, or Chunky Weight
• Gauges:
• 22 Stitches by 32 Row = 4 Inches in Stockinette Stitch
• 18 Stitches by 24 Row = 4 Inches in Stockinette Stitch
• 14 Stitches by 22 Row = 4 Inches in Stockinette Stitch