Filatura Di Crosa Vesuvio Pullover Knitting Pattern

Filatura Di Crosa Vesuvio Raglan Pullover

What is Being Made

The Vesuvio Raglan Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed by the Filatura Di Crosa Design Studio. This pullover features a contemporary raglan sleeve construction, where the sleeves are seamlessly integrated into the body with diagonal seams running from the underarm to the neckline. The garment is finished with a sophisticated cowl collar that adds visual interest and comfort around the neckline. Available in six sizes ranging from Small through 3X, this pullover offers a versatile fit for various body types, with finished bust measurements from 40 inches (102 cm) to 60 inches (152.5 cm) and lengths from 21 to 24.25 inches (53.5 to 61.5 cm).

Techniques Used

This knitting pattern employs several fundamental and intermediate techniques. The main body sections are constructed using flat knitting on straight needles, with pieces worked back and forth in rows. The cowl collar utilizes circular needle knitting worked in the round, allowing for seamless construction of this neckline feature. The pattern incorporates strategic decreases throughout the body pieces to create shaping and a flattering silhouette. The raglan seam construction requires careful attention to decreasing stitches at regular intervals to create the characteristic diagonal lines of raglan sleeves. Finishing techniques include blocking pieces to measurements before assembly, sewing raglan seams with precision, and weaving in ends for a polished final product.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – The primary stitch throughout the pullover. When working in rows on flat needles, stockinette is created by knitting on the right side and purling on the wrong side. When working in the round on circular needles for the cowl collar, stockinette is achieved by knitting every round. This stitch creates a smooth, classic fabric with a distinctive V-pattern texture on the right side.
• K1, P1 Rib – Used for the ribbed edging at the bottom of the back and front pieces, and for the final ribbed band on the cowl collar. This alternating knit and purl stitch creates an elastic, textured fabric that provides stretch and recovery, making it ideal for cuffs and collar edges.
• K2tog (Knit 2 Together) – A right-leaning decrease used to shape the garment and create the raglan sleeve lines.
• Ssk (Slip, Slip, Knit) – A left-leaning decrease that provides balanced shaping when paired with K2tog decreases.

Materials

The Vesuvio Raglan Pullover is designed to be knitted with Filatura Di Crosa MIXY yarn, a blend composed of 38% viscose, 33% acrylic, 13% polyamide, 12% wool, and 4% polyester. This fiber composition creates a yarn with excellent drape, breathability, and durability. The yarn is supplied in balls weighing 1.75 ounces (50 grams) with a yardage of 109 yards per ball (100 meters). Depending on the size being made, the pattern requires 7 to 12 balls of yarn in the color #10 platinum, a neutral silvery tone. The pattern calls for size 9 (5.5mm) needles – both a pair of straight needles for the flat-knitted body pieces and a 29-inch (73.5 cm) circular needle for the cowl collar. Additional notions include stitch holders for temporarily holding stitches, a stitch marker for tracking round beginnings, and a yarn needle for seaming and weaving in ends. The recommended gauge is 14 stitches and 20 rows per 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, which is essential to verify before beginning the project.