Tahki Yarns Sunken Meadows Hoodie Knitting Pattern

Tahki Yarns Sunken Meadows Hoodie

Garment Overview

The Sunken Meadows Hoodie is a knitted pullover sweater designed by Lynn M. Wilson, featuring an integrated hood and a relaxed, comfortable fit. This downloadable pattern is available in six sizes ranging from Small to 3X, with finished bust measurements from 35¾ inches (91 cm) to 56½ inches (143.5 cm) and lengths from 23¼ inches (59 cm) to 25½ inches (65 cm).

Knitting Techniques

The Sunken Meadows Hoodie employs a combination of construction methods to create a well-fitted garment. The piece is primarily worked in the round using circular needles, which allows for seamless construction on the body. However, the pattern also incorporates seamed construction for specific sections, combining the benefits of both techniques. The sleeves are knitted separately in the round and then attached to the body, a traditional approach that allows for precise fit and shaping.

A key finishing technique used in this pattern is the Kitchener Stitch, also known as grafting. This technique is employed to join live stitches together invisibly, creating seamless transitions and professional-looking seams without visible knots or bumps. The pattern provides detailed instructions for executing this stitch using a yarn needle, which involves alternating insertions through front and back needle stitches in a specific sequence.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Sunken Meadows Hoodie is Moss Stitch. Moss Stitch is a textured, reversible stitch pattern created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific sequence across rows or rounds. This stitch creates a subtle, bumpy texture that adds visual interest and dimension to the finished garment while maintaining a relatively stable fabric with good drape. The pattern instructions specify that new stitches created through increases should be worked into the established Moss Stitch pattern to maintain consistency throughout the garment.

The hood edging incorporates crochet work, adding a finished edge detail to the hood opening. This mixed-craft approach combines knitting with crochet for a polished, professional appearance.

Construction Details and Shaping

The sleeves are constructed with strategic increases to create a comfortable, fitted sleeve cap. Increases are worked at regular intervals—every 8th round for smaller sizes, transitioning to every 6th or 4th round depending on the size—to gradually expand from the cast-on edge. The sleeve stitches are increased from an initial cast-on of 28 to 38 stitches (depending on size) up to a final count of 42 to 72 stitches. The sleeves measure approximately 17 to 18 inches in length before being attached to the body.

The construction method allows for adjustments in fit through gauge control and size selection, ensuring that knitters can achieve the desired finished measurements for their intended wearer.

Materials and Tools Required

The Sunken Meadows Hoodie is knitted using Tahki Yarns ROSA, a 100% cotton yarn available in multiple colorways, with the pattern sample shown in color #11 smoke. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) of yarn and yields 93 yards (85 meters), with the complete project requiring 9 to 14 balls depending on the finished size.

The pattern calls for a comprehensive set of knitting tools to accommodate the various construction techniques:

• Two size 10½ (6.5mm) circular needles in 16-inch (40 cm) and 24-inch (60 cm) lengths for working the body in the round
• One set of size 10½ (6.5mm) double-pointed needles (dpns) for working sleeves and other small circumference sections in the round
• One spare size 10½ (6.5mm) circular needle designated as a stitch holder for sleeve stitches
• One set of size 9 (5.5mm) double-pointed needles for ribbed edgings and other sections requiring a tighter gauge
• One size I-9 (5.5mm) crochet hook specifically for the hood edging
• Stitch markers to indicate pattern repeats and construction points
• Stitch holders to temporarily secure stitches during construction
• A yarn needle for seaming, weaving in ends, and executing the Kitchener Stitch