Kunzite Pullover Knitting Pattern

Kunzite Pullover in Berroco Gimlet

What is Being Made

The Kunzite Pullover is an intermediate-level knitted garment designed by Alison Green. This pullover is a classic crew-neck sweater available in nine size options, ranging from 36½ inches to 72 inches in bust measurement, with corresponding length adjustments from 20 inches to 23¾ inches. The pattern is designed with approximately 2–4 inches of positive ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit. The garment shown in the pattern is knit in size 40 inches using Berroco Gimlet yarn in the Cosmopolitan colorway.

Construction Technique

The Kunzite Pullover is constructed using a top-down, in-the-round knitting method. The body of the garment is worked circularly from the hem upward to the underarms, where the piece is then divided into separate front and back sections for continued shaping. This construction approach allows for seamless knitting and provides flexibility in customizing the fit during the knitting process. The use of circular needles for the body and small-circumference needles for the sleeves creates a professional, finished garment with minimal seaming required.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Kunzite Pullover incorporates several key knitting techniques and stitches:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) — The primary stitch used throughout the garment, creating a smooth, classic fabric texture
• Yarn Overs (yo) — Used to create decorative lace or eyelet details within the pattern
• Decreases — K2tog (knit two together) and SSK (slip, slip, knit) are used for shaping and creating directional decreases that pair with yarn overs
• Bobble Stitch (MB) — Textural elements incorporated into the design for added visual interest and dimension

These stitch combinations create a balanced, intermediate-level pattern that combines basic knitting fundamentals with decorative elements suitable for knitters with foundational skills.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The Kunzite Pullover is designed specifically for Berroco Gimlet, a yarn that comes in 50-gram balls. The pattern calls for 7 to 13 balls depending on the size selected, with the sample shown using 9 balls of colorway #10709 Cosmopolitan. Berroco Gimlet is the recommended yarn for achieving the correct gauge and finished fabric characteristics.

Needles and Tools: The pattern requires multiple needle sizes to accommodate different sections of the garment:

• 32-inch circular needles in sizes 9 (5.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm) for the body
• 16-inch circular needle in size 9 (5.5 mm) for smaller circumferences
• Double-pointed needles or preferred small-circumference needles in sizes 9 (5.5 mm) and 10 (6 mm) for sleeve cap shaping
• Size K (6.5 mm) crochet hook for finishing details
• Stitch markers, tapestry needle, and waste yarn for holding stitches during construction

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 stitches and 22 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch using the larger needle size (10 / 6 mm). Gauge is measured after blocking, making it essential for knitters to check their gauge before beginning to ensure accurate finished measurements. The pattern emphasizes that taking time to verify gauge will save time during construction and ensure the garment fits as intended.