Spud & Chloe by Blue Sky Fibers The Wave Pullover Knitting

Spud & Chloe by Blue Sky Fibers The Wave Pullover

What Is Being Made

The Wave Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed in six sizes ranging from XS to XXL, with finished bust measurements of 31 (34½, 38½, 41½, 45, 48½) inches. This is a crew-neck pullover sweater with set-in sleeves and a finished length of 21 (21, 22, 23, 23, 25) inches, depending on size. The sweater features a distinctive striped colorway and textured stitch pattern throughout.

Techniques Used

This pullover is worked using the seamed construction method, meaning pieces are knitted flat (in rows rather than in the round) and then sewn together. The garment features horizontal stripes created through a planned color sequence, and incorporates a diagonal slip stitch pattern as the primary stitch texture. The sweater is constructed with set-in sleeves, requiring armhole shaping and shoulder seaming. A three-needle bind-off technique is used to join the shoulders, creating a professional, durable seam. The neckline is finished with a seed stitch border worked on smaller needles.

Stitches Used

• Diagonal Slip Stitch Pattern: The main stitch pattern, worked from a chart using stitches #1 through #12. This creates the textured, directional appearance of the sweater.
• Stockinette Stitch: Used for gauge reference and likely for body sections, creating a smooth, classic knit fabric.
• Seed Stitch: Used for the neckline ribbing and finishing, worked on smaller needles to create a neat, elastic edge.
• Slip Stitch: Incorporated into the pattern structure for visual interest and texture.

Color Sequence and Materials

The Wave Pullover features a four-color striped pattern using Spud & Chloe yarn colors: Dachshund #7803 (A), Glow Worm #7801 (B), Clementine #7802 (C), and Calypso #7806 (D). The color sequence repeats as 4 rows B, 4 rows C, 4 rows D, 4 rows A, creating a balanced, rhythmic striped effect throughout the garment.

The pattern requires two needle sizes: smaller needles for the seed stitch ribbing and neckline finishing, and larger needles for the main body and diagonal slip stitch pattern. Gauge is critical for proper fit: the diagonal slip stitch pattern gauges at 30 stitches and 39 rows over 4 inches using the larger needles, while stockinette stitch gauges at 28 stitches and 44 rows over 4 inches.

Construction Details

The back and fronts are cast on using the smaller needle with color A, beginning with seed stitch ribbing (1 inch) before switching to the larger needle and beginning the diagonal slip stitch pattern. The sleeves measure 18 (19, 19, 20, 20, 20) inches in length and are worked flat, then seamed. Armhole shaping occurs after the main body sections reach their specified lengths, with careful decreasing at the neck edges on the front pieces. The three-needle bind-off joins the shoulder seams while binding off, creating a finished, professional edge.