Classic Elite Yarns B Autumn Ridge Knitting Pattern

Classic Elite Yarns B Autumn Ridge: Sweaters for All Collection

Collection Overview

The Classic Elite Yarns B Autumn Ridge is a downloadable knitting pattern PDF featuring five distinct pullover sweater designs from the "Sweaters for All" collection. Each design offers versatility in sizing and construction, making them suitable for knitters of varying skill levels. The collection includes the designs Vollintine, Tuckahoe, Berclair, Delwood, and Castleman, with detailed instructions and an abbreviations glossary provided throughout the document.

Vollintine Pullover

Design and Construction: Vollintine is a two-color striped pullover sweater designed by Susan Mills. This intermediate-level knitting project is worked in the round from the bottom up, creating a seamless construction that simplifies the building process. The sweater features stripes throughout using two contrasting colors of Liberty Wool Light, though knitters may easily adapt the pattern to work in a solid color or with wider stripe variations according to personal preference.

Sizing: Vollintine is available in both adult and child sizes. Adult sizes range from Small through 2X-Large with finished bust measurements of 36 to 52 inches and lengths from 23 to 25¼ inches. Child sizes are offered for ages 4-6, 8-10, and 12-14 years, with finished chest measurements from 24 to 32 inches and lengths from 14¾ to 21½ inches.

Yarn and Materials: The pattern calls for Liberty Wool Light by Classic Elite Yarns, a 100% washable wool yarn with approximately 200 yards per 50-gram ball. Adult versions require 3 to 5 balls each of two colors depending on size, while child versions use 2 to 3 balls of each color. Specific colorways featured in the pattern include Root Beer and Mallard for adults, and Sage Green with Rose or Lapis with Redwood for children. Additional materials include stitch markers, a stitch holder, and appropriate needles for working in the round.

Additional Designs

The collection includes four additional sweater patterns—Tuckahoe, Berclair, Delwood, and Castleman—each with complete instructions and specifications detailed within the PDF document. These designs expand the range of styles and construction techniques available within the "Sweaters for All" collection.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The patterns in this collection employ fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level knitters. Working in the round is a primary construction method, which eliminates seaming and creates seamless garments. The use of stitch markers and stitch holders indicates techniques for managing stitches during construction and shaping. Striping techniques are featured prominently in Vollintine, allowing knitters to practice color work and yarn management. The collection provides an abbreviations and glossary section to support knitters in understanding all specialized terminology and stitch abbreviations used throughout the patterns.

Yarn Characteristics

Liberty Wool Light is the featured yarn throughout this collection. As a 100% washable wool fiber, it offers practical care benefits for finished sweaters, making them suitable for regular wear and washing. The yardage of approximately 200 yards per 50-gram ball provides good yardage efficiency, allowing for substantial garments without excessive yardage requirements. The yarn weight and fiber content are engineered to produce sweaters with appropriate drape and warmth suitable for the pullover styles featured in the designs.