Tahki Yarns NYC Pullover Knitting Pattern

Tahki Yarns NYC Pullover: Knitted Sweater Pattern Summary

What Is Being Made

The NYC Pullover is a classic pullover sweater designed by Shaina Bilow. This garment is available in six sizes ranging from Small through 3X, with finished bust measurements from 38 inches (96.5 cm) to 57 inches (145 cm) and center back lengths from 23 inches (58.5 cm) to 27¾ inches (70.5 cm). The pullover features a crew neckline with raglan armholes and is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed approach worked flat on straight needles.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental knitting techniques suited for intermediate crafters. The sweater is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, meaning pieces are knitted separately and then seamed together. The bottom-up construction method begins with casting on stitches at the lower edge of the garment and working upward toward the shoulders and neckline. Raglan armhole shaping is used to create the sleeve cap, involving decreases worked at regular intervals to gradually reduce stitches as the piece progresses toward the shoulders. The neckline features two-sided neck shaping, where stitches are worked simultaneously on both sides of a center opening using separate balls of yarn. A crochet hook is used to finish the neck edging, adding a polished edge detail to the completed sweater.

Stitches Used

The NYC Pullover utilizes two primary stitch patterns:

• K1, P1 Rib – A foundational ribbed stitch worked over a multiple of 2 stitches plus 1. This elastic stitch is used for the cuffs and lower edges, where it is worked for 4 rows on smaller needles before transitioning to the main body stitch. The rib creates a snug, stretchy finish that helps the garment maintain its shape.
• Double Moss Stitch – The primary stitch pattern for the body, sleeves, and main sections of the sweater. Also worked over a multiple of 2 stitches plus 1, this stitch is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific sequence across four rows, then repeating. Double Moss stitch produces a textured, reversible fabric with visual interest and moderate elasticity.

Additional stitch abbreviations include K2tog (knit 2 together) and P2tog (purl 2 together), both worked through the front loops to create left-leaning decreases. The pattern also incorporates yarn overs and ssk (slip, slip, knit) techniques for decorative shaping details in the armhole pattern.

Materials and Tools

The NYC Pullover is designed to be knitted with Tahki Yarns ARUBA, a lightweight blend composed of 80% cotton and 20% linen. This fiber content creates a breathable, durable fabric ideal for warm-weather wear. Yardage requirements range from 9 balls for the smallest size to 15 balls for the largest size, with each ball containing 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and 98 yards (90 meters). The recommended color is #04 Driftwood, a neutral shade.

Needles and tools required include one pair of size 8 (5mm) needles for the main body work, one pair of size 7 (4.5mm) needles for ribbed edgings, and a size H-8 (5mm) crochet hook specifically for finishing the neck edging. Additional supplies include stitch markers to denote pattern sections and shaping points, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming pieces together. The recommended gauge is 15 stitches and 21 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) when worked in Double Moss stitch using the larger needles, emphasizing the importance of checking gauge before beginning to ensure proper fit.