Tahki Yarns Buxton Pullover Knitting Pattern

Tahki Yarns Buxton Pullover

What is Being Made

The Buxton Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed by Rosemary Drysdale. This intermediate-level pullover features a sophisticated raised eyelet pattern and is available in six sizes ranging from Small to 3XL, with finished bust measurements from 37¼ inches to 53 inches and lengths from 20 to 25 inches. The design offers versatility for various body types and personal fit preferences.

Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up seamed method, meaning the pieces are knitted from the lower edge upward and then assembled together. The garment is worked flat on straight needles for the body and sleeves, with only the neckband worked in the round using a circular needle. The construction includes several key techniques:

• Ribbed edging at the lower body and cuffs for a fitted finish
• Set-in sleeves, which are knitted separately and then sewn into armholes
• Three-needle bind-off for joining shoulder seams, a professional finishing method
• Circular needle technique for the neckband, worked in the round after shoulder seams are joined
• Blocking of all pieces to measurements for proper fit and drape

Stitches Used

The Buxton Pullover features two primary stitch patterns. The lower body and sleeve cuffs are worked in ribbed pattern, alternating knit and purl stitches in a 1x1 rib configuration to create elasticity and a tailored appearance. The main body features a Raised Eyelet Pattern, a decorative stitch multiple of 7 plus 2 stitches that creates an elegant, textured appearance. This pattern stitch repeats over 4 rows and incorporates yarn overs and decreases (k2tog and skp) to form the eyelet details. The neckband is finished with purl stitches for a refined edge.

Materials and Specifications

The pattern calls for Tahki Yarns Coronado, a premium yarn blend composed of 90% cotton and 10% silk. This fiber content creates a breathable, lustrous garment suitable for warm-weather wear. The yardage requirement ranges from 7 to 13 balls depending on size, with each ball containing 1.75 ounces and 121 yards of yarn. The recommended color is #14 persimmon, a warm, vibrant shade.

For needles, the pattern specifies Size 7 (4.5mm) needles for the main body and sleeves, with a Size 6 (4.0mm) 24-inch circular needle reserved for the neckband. The gauge is 18 stitches and 24 rows over 4 inches in the pattern stitch using size 7 needles, which is essential to check before beginning to ensure proper fit. Additional notions include stitch markers, stitch holders for holding stitches during construction, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming.