Lang 274-08 Ladies' Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Lang 274-08 Ladies' Sweater

Garment Overview

This is a classic ladies' pullover sweater designed by LANGYARNS PHOENIX, available in two size ranges: S–M with a bust measurement of 46½" (118 cm) and L–XL with a bust measurement of 51¼" (130 cm). The finished garment length is 24½" (62 cm), making it a standard crew-neck pullover suitable for everyday wear. The sweater features a timeless silhouette with raglan sleeves and a ribbed collar finish.

Construction Technique

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed, worked-flat approach with raglan shaping. The body and sleeves are knitted flat on straight needles, then seamed together using a professional finishing method. The pattern specifies using short stitches to sew up raglan seams, positioned just half a stitch in from the edge for a neat, durable finish. The collar is worked separately in the round using either a circular needle or a set of double-pointed needles, then picked up from the neck opening and joined to knit continuously.

Stitches Used

The sweater employs two primary stitch patterns:

• Ribbed Stitch (K1:P1 Rib): Used for the lower body ribbing and the collar. This elastic stitch is worked on US 10 (6mm) needles and creates a fitted, stretchy edge that helps the garment maintain its shape. The ribbing on the body measures 1½" (4 cm) in length.
• Stockinette Stitch: The main fabric stitch used for the body and sleeves, worked on US 10.5–11 (7–8mm) needles. Stockinette stitch is created by knitting on the right side and purling on the wrong side, producing the classic smooth, V-patterned fabric familiar to knitters.

Shaping Details

The sweater features raglan armhole shaping, a classic design element that creates diagonal seam lines from the underarm to the neckline. Armholes are shaped by binding off stitches at the beginning of rows, then continuing with raglan decreases to create the characteristic sloped shoulder line. This construction method is particularly flattering and allows for comfortable arm movement.

Materials and Gauge

The pattern calls for LANGYARNS PHOENIX yarn, a merino extrafine, mulesing-free wool and nylon blend. The yardage requirement is 200 grams (2 balls) for sizes S–M or 300 grams (3 balls) for sizes L–XL, in the colorway dark blue 1107.0035. The recommended gauge for stockinette stitch on US 10.5–11 (7–8mm) needles is 9 stitches and 16 rows per 4" (10 cm), ensuring proper fit and drape of the finished garment.

Needle Requirements

The pattern requires multiple needle sizes to accommodate different stitch patterns: US 10 (6mm) straight needles for the ribbed sections, US 10.5–11 (7–8mm) straight needles for the stockinette body and sleeves, and either a short circular needle or a set of double-pointed needles in US 10 (6mm) for working the collar in the round.

Collar Finishing

The collar is worked in the round using a K1:P1 ribbed stitch, creating an elastic, comfortable neckline. Stitches are picked up around the neck opening (19–21 stitches from front and back, and 8–10 stitches from each sleeve, depending on size), joined, and worked to a length of 3¼" (8 cm) before being loosely bound off in pattern to maintain elasticity.