Cozy Knit Sweater

Cozy Knit Sweater Pattern

Materials

• Yarn: 10 skeins of worsted weight yarn in a neutral beige color
• Needles: US size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast On
• BO: Bind Off
• k: Knit
• p: Purl
• st(s): Stitch(es)

Instructions

Front and Back Panels (make two)

1. CO 90 sts.
2. Knit 1 row.
3. Row 1: *k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row.
4. Repeat Row 1 for 1 inch to form ribbing.
5. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit all odd rows, purl all even rows) and continue for 20 inches.
6. BO all stitches.

Sleeves (make two)

1. CO 40 sts.
2. Knit 1 row.
3. Row 1: *k1, p1; repeat from * to end of row.
4. Repeat Row 1 for 1 inch.
5. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit all odd rows, purl all even rows) and increase 1 st at each end of every 6th row until there are 60 sts.
6. Continue in stockinette stitch until sleeve measures 18 inches.
7. BO all stitches.

Assembly

1. Lay the front and back panels together with the right sides facing inward.
2. Sew the side seams together using a tapestry needle, leaving openings for the sleeves.
3. Sew the shoulder seams together.
4. Attach the sleeves to the openings, sewing around the armhole.
5. Weave in any loose ends with the tapestry needle.

Finishing Touches

Turn your sweater right side out, and enjoy the warmth and comfort of your handmade creation!