Ochoco Sweater
Ochoco Sweater
Ochoco is such a fun pullover to make and to wear! This is a very comfortable sweater that can be dressed up or down. Try it on as you go (the beauty of top-down and seamless) and make it exactly the length you desire. The dropped shoulder shaping and texture make this a perfect pullover.
The pattern includes options for cowl, double-crew, and funnel neck and you can make that decision at the very end after you try it on. There is also a non-lace option included. Shoulders are shaped with short rows and there are optional increases to the hips and short rows to add a bit of extra length in the back for wearing comfort.
Ochoco will look great in any DK weight yarn that meets gauge and has good drape and stitch definition. Advise minimal color variation so the stitch pattern pops.
This is an intermediate level pattern that could be accessible to an advanced beginner knitter with some experience in techniques used.
Sizing is inclusive with intended ease of 6 inches / 15 cm at chest.
This pattern has been professionally tech-edited and tested.
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SIZES
XS(S, M1, M2, L)(XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL) See measurements below.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest: 36.25(40.75, 45, 48, 52.25)(55, 59.75, 64, 68.25) inches / 92(103.5, 114.5, 122, 132.5)(139.5, 152, 162.5, 173.5) cm.
Choose size that is about 6 inches / 15 cm larger than chest measurement!
.RECOMMENDED YARN
Julie Asselin Leizu DK shown in color Apres la Pluie
OR
Lolodidit USA DK OR Miss Babs Killington DK
OR can use any DK yarn that meets gauge, has minimal color variation, and has good stitch definition.
Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.
See YarnSub.com for yarn substitutions.
ESTIMATED YARN REQUIRED
1380(1470, 1520, 1570, 1660)(1770, 1880, 2080, 2190) yards / 1256(1338, 1383, 1429, 1511)(1611, 1711, 1893, 1993) m.
Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.
RECOMMENDED NEEDLES
Larger (main) - US 5 (3.75 mm) 29-32 inches/70-80cm circular and set of DPNs (or use your preferred method of circular knitting for sleeves)
Medium - US 4 (3.5 mm) 16 inches/40cm circular needle or set of DPNs. Used for collar.
Smallest - US 3 (3.25 mm) 29-32 inches/70-80cm circular and 16 inches/40cm circular needle and set of DPNs (or use your preferred method of circular knitting) Used for hem and sleeve ribbing, and for Lateral Braid.
Adjust needle sizes as needed to obtain correct gauge.
GAUGE
22 sts/30 rounds = 4 inches / 10 cm square in both stockinette stitch and in stitch pattern, using larger needle, and measured after wet blocking.
NOTIONS
Stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holder, yarn needle for weaving in ends.
EXPERIENCE LEVEL AND SKILLS USED
Accessible to Advanced Beginner with some experience in skills used.
Skills Used: Increases, decreases, German Short Rows (link to tutorial included), easy slip/twist stitch (video tutorial provided), yarnovers, pick up stitches, Lateral Braid (video link included).
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