Noro Sweater & Scarf (Hanami) Knitting Pattern

Noro Sweater & Scarf (Hanami)

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern creates two coordinating pieces: a fitted sweater and a matching scarf, both worked in the same yarn for a cohesive design. The sweater is a classic pullover style designed to fit bust sizes 34–38 inches with a finished length of 20 inches and 5-inch sleeves. The accompanying scarf measures 9 inches wide and 60 inches long, making it a versatile accessory that complements the sweater perfectly.

Techniques Used

Both garments are created using bottom-up construction, meaning pieces are knitted from the lower edge upward. The sweater is worked flat on straight needles and then seamed together to form the finished garment. Lace patterning is incorporated into the design, adding visual interest and texture to the sweater. The lace pattern is established through a repeating motif that includes yarn overs and decreases to create an open, decorative fabric.

Stitches Used

• Knit (K) and Purl (P) stitches form the foundation of the ribbed and patterned sections
• Knit two together (K2tog) decreases used to shape the garment and create lace openings
• Yarn forward around needle (yfrn) creates the characteristic eyelets in the lace pattern
• Ribbing used at the cuffs and waistband for elasticity and a finished edge
• Decreases at neck and shoulder edges to shape the neckline and create proper sleeve cap fit

Materials and Specifications

This pattern calls for Noro Tokonatsu yarn in shade #8. The sweater requires 240 grams of yarn, while the scarf requires 120 grams, for a total of 360 grams. Two pairs of needles are used: US size 6 (4mm) needles for ribbed sections and US size 7 (4.5mm) needles for the main lace pattern. The recommended tension is 18 stitches and 22 rows measured over the lace pattern using the larger needles, which should measure 4 inches square when blocked.

Pattern Construction Details

The sweater back is worked first, establishing the lace pattern repeat across the width. The front follows the same pattern but is shaped 24 rows shorter to accommodate neck shaping. Neck shaping involves placing center stitches on a holder and decreasing one stitch at the neck edge over 13 rows on each side. Shoulder shaping is worked symmetrically, with stitches cast off in stages to create proper armhole depth. The sleeves are picked up and worked in the round or flat, incorporating the same lace pattern as the body. The scarf is worked as a simple rectangle in the lace pattern, maintaining consistent width throughout its 60-inch length.