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Wintergarden Pullover knitting pattern PDF
Wintergarden Pullover knitting pattern PDF
I designed, knit and first published “Wintergarden Pullover” in print, way back in 2005. So much has changed since then - it’s time for an update!
Like many patterns of that time, to save trees and ink, it had three double-sided pages of small print, jampacked with details. Wintergarden Pullover PDFs sold prior to 2024 used that original, cramped format. While this updated PDF produces the same result, I think you will find it much easier to work with. I have tried to answer some questions that have popped up over the years, but if you still have questions, you can always reach me here, through my website.
Technique
Circular, stranded knitting with machine-reinforced steeks in typical Norwegian method.
Sizes
Average adult (XL adult)
Finished chest width = 44” (51”); finished body length = 25” (27½”).
Four to eight inches of positive ease recommended for this dropped shoulder design.
Size note: Since this design features multiple large motifs in a panel layout with fixed borders, sizes are very limited. Additional sizes can be achieved by knitting to a different gauge. For smaller sizes, use thinner yarn and / or smaller needles; for larger sizes, use heavier yarn and / or larger needles.
Yarn
Dale Garn “Heilo” DK / sport weight 100% Norwegian wool, 109 yards / 100m per 50g ball.
10 (12) 50-g balls in Soft Blue 5943 = color A.
8 (10) 50-g balls in Natural 0020 = color B.
Yarn note: Sadly, “Heilo” was discontinued years ago. Many DK / Sport weight yarns can substitute nicely, especially since this design uses machine-sewn steeks. As always, swatch to be sure your yarn will knit to your targeted gauge.
Needles
If you tend to knit loosely: US size 2 / (3.0mm) for all hems, US size 4 / (3.5mm) for the main portion.
If you tend to knit tightly: US size 3 / (3.25mm) for all hems, US size 5 / (3.75mm) for the main portion.
As always, these are only suggestions! Swatch and use whatever size needles you need to obtain your targeted gauge.
I designed, knit and first published “Wintergarden Pullover” in print, way back in 2005. So much has changed since then - it’s time for an update!
Like many patterns of that time, to save trees and ink, it had three double-sided pages of small print, jampacked with details. Wintergarden Pullover PDFs sold prior to 2024 used that original, cramped format. While this updated PDF produces the same result, I think you will find it much easier to work with. I have tried to answer some questions that have popped up over the years, but if you still have questions, you can always reach me here, through my website.
Technique
Circular, stranded knitting with machine-reinforced steeks in typical Norwegian method.
Sizes
Average adult (XL adult)
Finished chest width = 44” (51”); finished body length = 25” (27½”).
Four to eight inches of positive ease recommended for this dropped shoulder design.
Size note: Since this design features multiple large motifs in a panel layout with fixed borders, sizes are very limited. Additional sizes can be achieved by knitting to a different gauge. For smaller sizes, use thinner yarn and / or smaller needles; for larger sizes, use heavier yarn and / or larger needles.
Yarn
Dale Garn “Heilo” DK / sport weight 100% Norwegian wool, 109 yards / 100m per 50g ball.
10 (12) 50-g balls in Soft Blue 5943 = color A.
8 (10) 50-g balls in Natural 0020 = color B.
Yarn note: Sadly, “Heilo” was discontinued years ago. Many DK / Sport weight yarns can substitute nicely, especially since this design uses machine-sewn steeks. As always, swatch to be sure your yarn will knit to your targeted gauge.
Needles
If you tend to knit loosely: US size 2 / (3.0mm) for all hems, US size 4 / (3.5mm) for the main portion.
If you tend to knit tightly: US size 3 / (3.25mm) for all hems, US size 5 / (3.75mm) for the main portion.
As always, these are only suggestions! Swatch and use whatever size needles you need to obtain your targeted gauge.
