Clicking needles – it's time for chunky wool sweaters! We've compiled five knitting patterns from the Kotona Neuleklubi selection that offer relaxing activities for darkening evenings.
Comfortably warm
Knitters looking for warm yet light clothing will surely love Heli Hottinen-Puukko's Latu sweater. The alpaca wool sweater is adorned with a delicate striped pattern, and its high collar provides extra protection against the cold winter wind.
The pattern covers sizes from XS to 5XL, and a clear size chart helps in choosing the right size. The pattern details the yarn consumption for each size – for example, an M-sized sweater requires about 350 grams of DK-weight yarn for the main color, and 150 grams for the stripe color.
Chunky style
The Jättiruutu sweater pattern is created for lovers of chunky knits! The batwing sleeves of this wool sweater, designed by Suvi Lyytikäinen, add just the right amount of airiness to the sweater's fit.
Inspired by Vuokko's Jättiruutu pattern, this knitting pattern covers sizes from XS to 5XL, and includes precise finished measurements: for example, the bust circumference for size XS is 88 centimeters and for size 5XL is 165 centimeters. The pattern is of intermediate difficulty.
In Saimaa's archipelago
The fair-isle sweater designed by Mia Sumell is inspired by Erik Bruun's classic poster, and the Saimaa ringed seal motif gives the wool sweater a charming look. The sweater is knitted from the bottom up, has raglan sleeves, and a raised back neck for a good fit.
The pattern covers bust circumferences from 69 centimeters to 160 centimeters; the recommended ease is 7–10 centimeters. The knitting difficulty is challenging, but the pattern is all the more rewarding, as this sweater will bring joy year after year.
For design lovers
The Neliraita sweater warms the heart of a design enthusiast, as the pattern is a tribute to Vuokko's Neliraita pattern. Knitted from 100% wool yarn, the sweater has a relaxed, loose fit.
The pattern designed by Mia Sumell covers a wide range of sizes from XS to 5XL. The bust circumference of the finished sweater varies from a generous 90 centimeters to about 165 centimeters, depending on the size. For experienced knitters, the Neliraita sweater pattern is easy, but it is also suitable for those who want to practice smooth stripe color changes.
From generation to generation
Heli Hottinen-Puukko's Solmut sweater is exactly the kind of garment that passes from mother to daughter! This classic cable knit sweater is knitted seamlessly from top to bottom, and its simple yoke only emphasizes the decorative cable pattern.
The pattern for this Finnish sheep wool sweater is best suited for experienced knitters, but thanks to the clear instructions, anyone can succeed in knitting it. The knitting pattern covers sizes from S to 4XL.
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