String Pattern Collection Knitting Pattern

Clara Pullover - String Pattern Collection Blossom

Garment Overview

The Clara Pullover is a refined knitted sweater designed by Tricoter, featuring a sophisticated blend of luxury fibers and intricate stitch work. This pullover is available in two sizes: S/M with a bust measurement of 48½ inches (123 cm) and length of 25½ inches (65 cm), and L/XL with a bust of 55½ inches (143.5 cm) and length of 26½ inches (67.5 cm). The garment showcases elegant cable detailing on the sleeves and body, creating visual interest while maintaining a wearable, classic silhouette.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Clara Pullover is crafted using STRING BLOSSOM yarn, a luxurious blend of 50% cashmere and 50% silk that provides both softness and drape. The yarn is available in color 200074 pewter, a sophisticated neutral tone suitable for versatile styling. Construction requires 10 balls for size S/M and 11 balls for size L/XL, with each ball containing 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and providing 177 yards (162 meters) of yardage.

Needles and Tools Required

This pattern calls for multiple needle sizes to achieve proper gauge and construction:

• One size 6 (4mm) circular needle in either 24 inches (60 cm) or 32 inches (80 cm) length for the main body
• One pair of size 6 (4mm) straight needles for sleeve construction
• One size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle, 16 inches (40 cm) long, specifically for the neckband
• Stitch markers for pattern placement and increases
• Two cable needles (cn) for executing cable crossings
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Gauge and Fit

Proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. The pattern specifies two gauge measurements: 23 stitches and 31 rows equals 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern, and 22 stitches and 31 rows equals 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. Knitters are strongly advised to knit a gauge swatch and adjust needle size as needed to obtain these measurements before beginning the garment.

Primary Stitches and Techniques

The Clara Pullover employs several fundamental knitting stitches and advanced techniques:

Stockinette Stitch (St st)

Stockinette stitch forms the foundation of much of this pullover. This classic stitch is created by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows, producing a smooth, V-textured fabric on the front. Stockinette stitch is used extensively throughout the body and sleeves, providing a clean canvas for the cable pattern details.

Reverse Stockinette Stitch (Rev St st)

Reverse stockinette stitch appears in the sleeve construction, where the purl side of the fabric is displayed as the public-facing surface. This creates subtle textural variation and is achieved by purling on right-side rows and knitting on wrong-side rows. The sleeves begin with 4 rows of reverse stockinette stitch, establishing a distinctive cuff detail.

Cable Pattern

The cable pattern is the signature design element of the Clara Pullover, worked over a multiple of 27 stitches plus 9 additional stitches. The cable pattern is constructed through a 33-row repeat that incorporates cable crossings executed with cable needles. The pattern alternates between stockinette and reverse stockinette sections to frame the cables. The cable crossing itself (row 33) involves slipping 3 stitches to a cable needle and holding in front, slipping the next 3 stitches to a second cable needle and holding in back, knitting 3 stitches, purling 3 stitches from the back cable needle, and then knitting 3 stitches from the front cable needle. This creates a complex, three-dimensional twisted cable effect that adds visual depth and sophistication to the garment.

Construction Details

The Clara Pullover is constructed using a top-down method with seamless construction via circular needles. The body is worked in the round until the armholes, at which point the pattern divides for neck shaping. The neckline features a bind-off of the center stitches, followed by working both sides