Debbie Bliss Sweatshirt Knitting Pattern

Debbie Bliss Sweatshirt

What Is Being Made

This is a classic pullover sweatshirt designed by True Brit Knits, featured in Debbie Bliss Knitting Magazine Issue #14 Pattern #19. The garment combines the comfort and casual appeal of a well-loved sweatshirt with thoughtful knitted details. It is available in four sizes to fit bust/chest measurements of 81-86cm (32-34in), 92-97cm (36-38in), 102-107cm (40-42in), and 112-117cm (44-46in), with finished bust/chest measurements of 103cm (40½in), 115cm (45¼in), 127cm (50in), and 140cm (55¼in) respectively. The pattern includes both Woman's and Man's length options, with Woman's back neck length ranging from 58-65cm (22¾-25½in) and Man's back neck length from 63-70cm (24¾-27½in). Sleeve length is 45cm (17¾in) for the Woman's version and 50cm (19¾in) for the Man's version.

Techniques Used

This sweatshirt is constructed using the bottom-up method, meaning pieces are knitted starting from the lower edge and working upward toward the shoulders and neckline. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and pieces are seamed together after completion. This traditional construction approach allows for precise shaping and the incorporation of decorative details throughout the garment.

Stitches Used

The pattern features garter-stitch details that add visual interest and texture to the sweatshirt. The primary stitch structure includes stockinette stitch (St st), which creates the smooth, classic knit fabric that forms the main body of the garment. The lower edge begins with ribbing, created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a 1x1 rib pattern. The pattern instructions reference standard knitting decreases including slip, slip, knit (ssk) and knit 2 together (k2tog) for shaping, as well as yarn overs (yo) for creating decorative stitch patterns.

Materials

The sweatshirt is designed to be knitted in Delphi, a yarn from the Debbie Bliss collection known for its cushy, comfortable qualities ideal for casual everyday wear. The pattern calls for 6mm (US 10) needles for the main fabric. The cast-on instructions indicate starting with 69, 77, 85, or 93 stitches depending on size, with the initial rib section worked over 12 rows (2 rows to establish the rib pattern, followed by 10 additional rows) before proceeding to the main body of the garment.