Queensland Collection Kylie Sweater Knitting Pattern

Queensland Collection Kylie Sweater

What is Being Made

The Kylie Sweater is a knitted pullover sweater designed by Queensland Collection, available in five sizes ranging from Small to XX-Large. The garment features a classic crew neckline and is constructed with prominent cable and rib stitch detailing throughout. The sweater is tailored to fit bust measurements from 32-34 inches (Small) up to 48-50 inches (XX-Large), with finished bust measurements ranging from 39 inches to 55½ inches depending on size. The full length from shoulder varies from 24½ inches in the smallest size to 27½ inches in the largest size, while sleeve length remains consistent at approximately 17¼ to 18 inches across most sizes.

Techniques Used

This knitting pattern employs several intermediate-level techniques to create visual interest and texture. Cable stitching is a primary design element, requiring the use of a cable needle to manipulate stitches and create the distinctive twisted rope-like patterns. The pattern incorporates both backward and forward cable crosses, denoted as C6B (cable 6 back) and C6F (cable 6 front), as well as cable crossover variations that combine knit and purl stitches for dimensional effects. The abbreviations Cr6L (cross 6 left) and Cr6R (cross 6 right) indicate these specialized crossing techniques. The sweater is worked primarily in the round or in flat pieces, with ribbing at the cuffs and hem for a fitted finish. Shaping is incorporated at the armholes and neckline to create proper garment fit, and the pattern includes detailed instructions for decreasing and increasing stitches as needed.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch (st st): The primary background stitch used throughout most of the sweater body, creating a smooth, flat fabric
• Ribbing: Alternating knit and purl stitches used for cuffs, hem, and neckline ribbing to provide elasticity and a finished appearance
• Cable Stitches: Including C6B (slip 3 stitches to cable needle, hold at back, knit 3, then knit 3 from cable needle) and C6F (slip 3 stitches to cable needle, hold at front, knit 3, then knit 3 from cable needle)
• Cable Crossover Stitches: Cr6L (slip 3 stitches to cable needle, hold at front, purl 3, then knit 3 from cable needle) and Cr6R (slip 3 stitches to cable needle, hold at back, knit 3, then purl 3 from cable needle) for textured dimensional effects
• Knit and Purl: Basic stitches used in combination to create the rib patterns and cable panel details

Materials and Tools

The Kylie Sweater is knitted using Queensland Collection Kathmandu DK yarn in shade #14 Denim. Yarn quantities vary by size, requiring 6 hanks (600g) for Small, 7 hanks (700g) for Medium, 8 hanks (800g) for Large, 9 hanks (900g) for X-Large, and 10 hanks (1000g) for XX-Large. Each hank weighs 100 grams. The pattern specifies US 6 (4 mm) needles for the main fabric and US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles for ribbed edgings. A cable needle is essential for executing the cable and crossover stitches that define this design. The recommended tension is 20 stitches and 28 rows to 4 inches (10 cm) measured over stockinette stitch and rib when slightly stretched, both worked on US 6 (4 mm) needles. The cable panel, which measures 51 stitches, should measure 6¼ inches (16 cm) in width when worked to proper tension.