String Pattern Collection Knitting Pattern

Felicity Pullover by Lidia Karabinech

What is Being Made

The Felicity Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed in four sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large. This pullover features a sophisticated colorwork design using three distinct yarn colors in a structured layout. The finished garment measures 36½ to 47 inches in bust circumference with a length ranging from 22 to 23½ inches, making it suitable for a range of body sizes and fit preferences.

Construction Method and Approach

This pullover is constructed using a bottom-up, piece-by-piece knitting method. The garment is knitted in separate sections—back, front, and sleeves—which are then seamed together. This traditional approach allows for precise shaping and easier adjustments during the knitting process. The shoulders are joined using the Three-Needle Bind-Off technique, a professional finishing method that creates a secure, flat seam. Sleeves are sewn to the body between designated markers, and side and sleeve seams are completed with yarn needle seaming for a polished final appearance.

Primary Stitches and Techniques

The Felicity Pullover employs two fundamental knitting stitches as its foundation:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st): This is the primary stitch used throughout most of the pullover body and sleeves. Stockinette Stitch is created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, producing the classic smooth, V-textured fabric that is the hallmark of traditional knitted garments.
• 1x1 Rib: Used for the ribbed cuffs and neckband, this stitch alternates single knit and purl stitches across the row. Ribbing provides elasticity and structure, making it ideal for edges that need to hold their shape, such as the lower body ribbing (worked for 10 rows at the cast-on edge) and the neckband (worked over 5 rounds).

Additional finishing techniques include the Three-Needle Bind-Off for shoulder seaming, which creates a strong, invisible join, and the use of stitch holders and stitch markers to manage stitches during construction and color changes.

Yarn and Materials

The Felicity Pullover is designed to be knitted with STRING DOLCETTO, a luxury yarn blend composed of 30% cashmere and 70% merino wool. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and yields 136 yards (125 meters), providing a soft, breathable fiber suitable for a refined pullover. The pattern calls for three coordinating colors in the DOLCETTO line:

• Color 400003 Wine (A): Used for the ribbed lower body section and upper back
• Color 100002 Pearl (B): Introduced as a middle color band in the body
• Color 200007 Almond (C): The primary color for the majority of the garment and the neckband

Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 2 to 7 balls depending on the finished dimensions. The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 25 rows per 4 inches (10 centimeters) when worked in Stockinette Stitch.

Needles and Tools

The Felicity Pullover requires the following needle and notions:

• One pair of size 9 (5.5mm) straight needles or needles sized to achieve the specified gauge, used for the main body and sleeve sections
• One size 8 (5mm) circular needle, 16 inches (40 centimeters) long, reserved specifically for the neckband ribbing worked in the round
• Stitch holders to temporarily hold stitches for the neckband and shoulder seaming
• Stitch markers to denote pattern repeats, sleeve cap placement, and the beginning of rounds
• A yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming sections together

Finishing and Care

Once all seams are completed and ends are woven in, the finished pullover should be gently blocked to even out the fabric and set the stitches. Blocking helps achieve consistent dimensions and a professional appearance, particularly important when working with luxury fibers such as the cashmere-merino blend used in this design.