Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Brooklyn Pullover Knitting Pattern

Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Brooklyn Pullover

What Is Being Made

The Brooklyn Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed by Karen Tatro, available in six sizes ranging from XS to 2XL. This pullover features a contemporary fit with positive ease of 4–6 inches, making it comfortable for layering. The finished bust measurements range from 35½ inches (XS) to 55½ inches (2XL), with lengths varying from 23 inches to 27 inches depending on size. The design showcases a color-blocked construction using three coordinating yarn colors from the Stacy Charles Fine Yarns JANELLE collection.

Techniques and Construction Method

The Brooklyn Pullover is constructed using a bottom-up, worked-flat approach with seaming. The front and back pieces are knitted separately from the bottom upward in flat rows, then blocked and joined at the shoulders. This construction method allows for precise shaping and easier customization of fit. The neckband is worked in the round using a circular needle after the shoulder seams are complete, creating a finished neckline. This technique is characteristic of advanced-beginner level projects, offering straightforward shaping while maintaining professional results.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs fundamental knitting stitches that form the foundation of this pullover:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – The primary stitch used for the body and sleeves, created by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This creates the smooth, classic fabric that dominates the sweater.
• K2, P1 Rib – Used for the lower edge ribbing worked back and forth, providing elasticity and a finished appearance. The ribbing is worked for 3 inches at the cast-on edge.
• K2, P1 Rib in the round – Applied to the neckband, worked circularly using a 16-inch circular needle to create the finished neck edge.
• Make 1 Left (M1L) – An increase technique used for shaping, created by lifting the strand between stitches and working it through the left-hand needle.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Brooklyn Pullover is knitted with Stacy Charles Fine Yarns JANELLE, a premium blend yarn composed of 68% cotton, 22% baby alpaca, and 10% merino wool. This fiber combination creates a breathable, soft fabric ideal for a pullover sweater. The yarn is supplied in 1.75-ounce (50-gram) balls, each containing 121 yards (110 meters).

Yarn quantities vary by size:

• Main Color (MC) #36017 storm: 8–13 balls depending on size
• Contrast Color 1 (CC1) #36020 night sky: 2–4 balls
• Contrast Color 2 (CC2) #36016 sky blue: 1 ball for all sizes

The pattern requires US size 9 (5.5mm) needles for the body and sleeves, with an additional 16-inch circular needle of the same size for the neckband. Knitters should verify their gauge before beginning, as proper gauge is essential for achieving the intended finished measurements.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked at a gauge of 18 stitches and 25 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch. Achieving this gauge is critical for proper fit. The pattern includes detailed shaping instructions, including armhole bind-offs and shoulder placement, with specific stitch counts provided for each of the six sizes to ensure accurate construction.