Lang 261-46 Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Lang 261-46 Pullover by Langyarns Viola

What is Being Made

The Lang 261-46 is a classic pullover sweater available in four sizes: S, M, L, and XL. This garment features a bust measurement of 104/112/120/128 cm and a finished length of 70 cm (27½ inches), making it a versatile everyday knit suitable for various body types and preferences.

Yarn and Materials

This pullover is designed to be knitted with Langyarns Viola, a premium blend yarn composed of cotton, nylon (polyamide), baby alpaca, and fine merino. The yarn weight requirements vary by size: size S requires 300g (6 balls), size M requires 350g (7 balls), size L requires 400g (8 balls), and size XL requires 450g (9 balls). The yarn is worked in the color bordeaux 1021.0064. This fiber blend creates a garment with breathability from cotton, durability from nylon, softness from baby alpaca, and temperature regulation from merino wool.

Needles and Notions

The pattern calls for ADDI knitting needles in sizes 3.5mm (US 4) and 4.5mm (US 7). A short circular needle in size 3.5mm is required for certain sections of the construction. The pullover is finished with four buttons, indicating a button-front or partial-button closure design.

Construction Techniques

The Lang 261-46 pullover is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed, and worked-flat method. This traditional approach means the knitter begins at the lower edge and works upward toward the shoulders and neckline. Individual pieces—typically the front, back, and sleeves—are knitted separately in flat rows rather than in the round, and are later seamed together. This technique provides excellent control over shaping and allows for precise placement of design elements.

Stitch Patterns

The pattern incorporates two distinct stitch patterns to create visual interest and texture:

• Pattern I (Ribbed Pattern): Worked on 3.5mm needles, this pattern alternates between purl and knit stitches to create a classic ribbed texture. The sequence is 1 edge stitch, then repeating *1 purl stitch, 2 knit stitches, 1 purl stitch* across the row, ending with 1 edge stitch. On subsequent rows, stitches are knitted as they appear (knit the knits, purl the purls). When worked in the round, the pattern becomes 2 knit stitches, 2 purl stitches, creating a balanced 2x2 rib. This ribbing typically appears at cuffs, waistbands, and necklines to provide elasticity and a finished appearance.
• Pattern II (Textured Pattern): Worked on 4.5mm needles, this pattern also features an alternating sequence of purl and knit stitches: 1 edge stitch, then repeating *1 purl stitch, 1 knit stitch* across the row, ending with 1 edge stitch. This creates a finer, more subtle texture than Pattern I and likely comprises the main body of the sweater.

Knitting Techniques and Considerations

The use of two needle sizes—smaller needles for ribbed sections and larger needles for the main fabric—is a standard technique in sweater construction. The smaller needles create tighter, more elastic ribbing that helps the garment maintain its shape, while the larger needles produce a more relaxed drape in the body. The flat-worked construction with seaming allows for straightforward shaping increases and decreases along side seams, making this pattern accessible to intermediate knitters.

The blend of materials in Langyarns Viola makes this pullover suitable for transitional seasons and layering, as the cotton and merino provide breathability while the baby alpaca adds softness and the nylon increases durability for everyday wear.