Chunky Cable Knit Cropped Sweater Pattern

Chunky Cable Knit Cropped Sweater Pattern

Introduction

Welcome to your next knitting adventure! In this blog post, we will guide you through creating a stunning, chunky cable knit cropped sweater. This cozy piece is perfect for chilly days, effortlessly combining style and warmth. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this detailed pattern will help you create a beautiful handmade sweater that you can wear with pride.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Super bulky weight yarn
• Needles: US size 15 (10 mm) knitting needles
• Gauge: 8 stitches and 10 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Begin by casting on 60 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method. Ensure your stitches are not too tight to allow for flexibility in your work.
2. Bottom Hem: Work in 2x2 ribbing (k2, p2) for 2 inches. This will create a stretchy and comfortable bottom hem for your sweater.
3. Main Body Pattern: Transition to the main body pattern:
   • Row 1 (Right Side): k2, p2, k6 (this is your cable section), p2, repeat from * across the row.
   • Row 2 (Wrong Side): p2, k2, p6, k2, repeat from * across the row.
4. Cable Twists: Continue in pattern, working cable twists every 6th row:
   • Cable Twist Row: k2, p2, slip the next 3 stitches to a cable needle and hold in back, k3, then k3 from the cable needle, p2, repeat from * across the row.
5. Length of Sweater: Continue working in the established pattern until the piece measures 14 inches from the cast-on edge.
6. Shape Shoulders: Bind off 10 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows. This will create the shoulder shaping for your sweater.
7. Neck Shaping: Bind off the center 20 stitches. Then, work each side separately, binding off 2 stitches at the neck edge once to create a rounded neckline.
8. Sleeves: For the sleeves, pick up 30 stitches around the armhole. Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches, then transition to the main body pattern for the sleeve, incorporating cable twists as established.
9. Finish Sleeves: Continue until the sleeve measures 18 inches, then bind off.
10. Repeat: Repeat the sleeve instructions for the second sleeve.
11. Sewing Seams: Sew the side seams and underarm seams together to finish the body of the sweater.
12. Neckband: Pick up stitches around the neckline and work in 2x2 ribbing for 1 inch, then bind off loosely to complete the neckband.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Chunky Cable Knit Cropped Sweater. Wear it with pride or gift it to someone special. Happy knitting!