Knitted Men's Sweater

Knitted men's sweaters are a perfect combination of style and comfort. They offer a cozy warmth that is ideal for chilly days while also adding a touch of sophistication to any outfit. The intricate patterns and textures of knitted sweaters bring a unique character to men's fashion, allowing individuals to express their personality effortlessly. Whether you choose a classic cable-knit design or a modern twist on the traditional pullover, a knitted men's sweater is a versatile wardrobe staple that can be dressed up for a date night or paired with jeans for a casual weekend look. So, next time you're looking to stay warm and stylish, consider adding a knitted men's sweater to your collection.

Materials

• Aran or worsted weight yarn:
• 16/17/18 x 1oz balls in darker main shade(M);
• 12/13/13 oz in contrast "cool lime"(C).
• Pair each of No 7 (4½mm), No 9 (3¾mm), and No 10 (3¼mm) needles.
• Spare needle or stitch holder.

Tension

20sts and 25 rows to four inches on 4½mm needles over stocking stitch.

Size matters

• To fit chest:
• 37-38/39-40/41-42 inches;
• length from top of shoulders: 25½/26/26 inches;
• sleeve seam:
• 18½/18½/19 inches.

Abbreviations

• k: knit
• p: purl
• M: main dark colour
• C: contrast lighter colour

A word on the wool.

The original yarn was Patons Flair - one of those "tripleknit" yarns which never caught on so much in the UK. More or less Aran or American worsted weight . As usual no clues as to the yardage, but it was 60% wool, 40% courtelle (acrylic).

Note that later on Patons made "Flair DK" in 20g balls and with a slightly different wool blend.

Instructions.

Sweater is worked in stripes of the two colours using a textured moss stitch. Instructions are given for 3 sizes.

Back and Front alike

With No 9 needles and main shade (M), cast on 104/108/112 stitches, and work 3 inches in k1/p1 rib, increasing 7/9/11 stitches evenly across the last row.

[111 / 117 / 123 sts]

With right side facing, change to No 7 needles and work in pattern as follows:

Do not break off colour M, and join in contrast (C).

1st row, using C (right side facing): Knit in contrast colour (C).

2nd row, using C: Knit in C.

Do not break off C, but pick up M again.

3rd row, using M: k1, * p1, k1; repeat from * to end.

4th row, using M: p1, * k1, p1; repeat from * to end.

Do not break off M, but pick up C again ready for the next row.

These 4 rows form the pattern.

Continue straight in the pattern until work measures 16 inches, ending with the second row of the pattern.

With right side facing, shape armholes by casting off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows, then decrease 1 stitch at each end of the next and every alternate row until 91 / 95 / 99 stitches remain.

Continue straight in pattern until back measures 25 / 25½ / 25½ inches, ending with 4th pattern row.

Break off contrast C.

With right side facing continue in M and shape neck:

Next row: Rib 29 / 30 / 31, turn, and leave remaining stitches on a spare needle or stitch holder.

Next row: Rib to end

Next row: Rib 27 / 28 / 29, rib 2 stitches together.

Next row: Rib 2 stitches together, rib to end.

Next row: Cast off 7 / 8 / 9 in rib, rib to last 2 stitches, rib 2 stitches together.

Next row: Rib 2 stitches together, rib to end.

Next row: Cast off 8 / 8 / 8 in rib, rib to last 2 stitches, rib 2 stitches together.

Next row: Rib 2 stitches together, rib to end.

Cast off remaining 8 / 8 / 8 stitches in rib.

With right side facing, slip the centre 33 / 35 / 37 stitches on a spare needle or stitch holder.

Rejoin M wool to last 29 / 30 / 31 stitches, rib to end.

Finish to correspond with first side.

Sleeves

With No 10 needles and main shade (M), cast on 50 / 52 / 52 stitches, and work 3 inches in k1/p1 rib, increasing 7 stitches evenly across the last row.

[50 / 59 / 59 sts]

With right side facing, change to No 7 needles, join in C and continue in pattern, shaping sides by increasing 1 stitch at each end of the 9th and every following 8th row until there are 79 / 83 / 83 stitches, taking the increased stitches into the pattern as they are made.

Continue straight in pattern until sleeve seam measures 18½ / 18½ / 19 inches, ending with 2nd pattern row.

With right side facing, keeping pattern correct, shape top by casting off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows, then decrease 1 stitch at each end of the next and every alternate row until 37 / 39 / 39 stitches remain.

Pattern back.

Now decrease 1 stitch at each end of every row until 21 / 21 / 21 stitches remain.

Cast off.

Neck Ribbing - back and front alike.

With No 9 needles, main shade M, and right side facing, start at shoulder edge and pick up and knit, 8 / 8 / 8 stitches down side of neck, rib 33 / 35 / 37 stitches from spare needle or stitch holder, pick up and knit 8 / 8 / 8 stitches up other side of neck.

[49 / 51 / 53 sts]

Work 3 rows in rib over all stitches, decreasing 1 stitch at each end of the next and following alternate row.

Cast off evenly in rib.

To Make Up

Press work lightly on wrong side under a damp cloth, avoiding ribbing.

Join shoulder seams.

Join neck with a flat seam.

Join side and sleeve seams; insert sleeves.

Press all seams.