Rinnie Pullover Knitting Pattern

Rinnie Pullover in Berroco Paperie

What Is Being Made

The Rinnie Pullover is a classic knitted pullover sweater designed by Åsa Buchta. This intermediate-level garment is worked seamlessly in the round from the neck down, featuring raglan shaping on the yoke for a comfortable, contemporary fit. The pullover is available in 10 sizes, ranging from 34" to 70" bust circumference, with finished lengths from 21" to 26¼" measured from the back neck. The design is shown in size 3 (42" bust) with approximately 8" of positive ease, though the pattern recommends 4–8" of positive ease for optimal fit.

Techniques Used

This pullover employs several key knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level crafters. The garment is constructed using top-down raglan construction, which allows for easy customization and fitting as you work. The neck shaping is achieved through short-row shaping, creating a well-fitted neckline without the need for seaming. The body and sleeves are worked in the round using circular needles, eliminating the need for seaming and creating a seamless, professional finish. Transitioning from the yoke to the body and sleeves involves strategic increases that follow the raglan lines.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout the Rinnie Pullover is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a V-shaped knit texture on the right side. This fundamental stitch is worked consistently across the yoke, body, and sleeves, making it accessible for intermediate knitters while producing a polished, timeless appearance.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The Rinnie Pullover is designed to be knitted with Berroco Paperie, a yarn that comes in 50-gram balls. The pattern calls for #9076 Bloom colorway, with yardage requirements ranging from 8 balls for the smallest size to 16 balls for the largest size. Berroco Paperie is the recommended yarn for this pattern to ensure proper gauge and finished garment characteristics.

Needles: The pattern requires circular needles in two sizes to accommodate gauge changes and different sections of the garment. You will need:

• 16" / 40 cm circular needles in sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 9 / 5.5 mm
• 32" / 80 cm circular needles in sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 9 / 5.5 mm
• One set each of double-pointed needles (or preferred needles for small circumferences) in sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 9 / 5.5 mm for working the sleeve caps and other small circumferences

The smaller needles (size 7 / 4.5 mm) are used for ribbed sections and initial cast-on, while the larger needles (size 9 / 5.5 mm) are used for the main body fabric in stockinette stitch.

Gauge and Finishing Details

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 24 rounds equals 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch using the larger needles. This gauge is measured after blocking, making it essential to knit and block a gauge swatch before beginning the project to ensure accurate finished measurements. Additional notions required include 4 stitch markers (with one in a different color to mark the beginning of round), a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, and waste yarn for holding stitches during construction.