Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Soho Pullover Knitting Pattern

Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Soho Pullover

What is Being Made

The Soho Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed by Irina Poludnenko. This pullover is available in six sizes ranging from Small to 3X, with finished bust measurements from 36 inches (91.5 cm) to 57½ inches (146 cm) and lengths from 23 inches (58.5 cm) to 26 inches (66 cm). The design offers a versatile, everyday garment suitable for various body types and preferences.

Knitting Techniques

The Soho Pullover is constructed using top-down and worked flat techniques, which allow knitters to try on the garment as it progresses and make adjustments before binding off. The finished pieces are then seamed together to create the final pullover. This construction method is popular among knitters because it minimizes the need for extensive finishing work and provides flexibility in fit adjustments during the knitting process.

The pattern incorporates cap shaping for the sleeves, which creates a tailored fit at the shoulder area. Decreases are strategically placed using stitch markers positioned 30 to 34 stitches in from each edge to guide shaping. The sleeve construction includes both increase and decrease rows worked at specific intervals to achieve the proper sleeve cap depth and width.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Soho Pullover is k1, p1 rib (knit one, purl one rib), which creates a textured, elastic fabric. This ribbed pattern is worked slightly stretched to achieve the proper gauge and provides excellent recovery and shape retention, making it ideal for a fitted pullover design.

The pattern employs several fundamental decreasing techniques to shape the garment:

• K2tog (knit 2 together) – a right-leaning decrease worked on knit stitches
• P2tog (purl 2 together) – a right-leaning decrease worked on purl stitches
• Ssk or ssp (slip, slip, knit or purl) – a left-leaning decrease that provides balanced shaping

Increases are created using the M1 (make 1) technique, which involves lifting the strand between needles and working it through the back loop to prevent holes in the fabric. Edge stitches in stockinette stitch frame the ribbed sections, creating clean selvage edges for seaming.

Materials and Tools

The Soho Pullover is designed to be knitted with Stacy Charles Fine Yarns PATTI, a 100% cotton yarn. The yardage requirements range from 10 to 15 balls depending on size, with each ball containing 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and 98 yards (90 meters) of yarn. The pattern specifies color #03 platinum for the photographed version.

Knitters will need size 10 (6mm) needles in two configurations: one pair of straight needles for working the main pieces flat, and one 16-inch (40 cm) circular needle for the neckband. Additional supplies include stitch markers for tracking shaping points and a yarn needle for seaming the finished pieces together.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 18 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in k1, p1 rib, slightly stretched. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit, as the finished measurements depend on matching this gauge precisely. Knitters are advised to take time to check gauge before beginning the project.