Craft your own classic with the Marco Polo knitting pattern. This soft, stylish polo t-shirt features a clean look achieved with small needles. The top-down construction allows easy customization of sleeve and body length. Elevate your DIY wardrobe with this versatile Nordic design, complete with a double-knitted button band. Perfect for knitters seeking a timeless, tailored polo sweater.
Knitting pattern for Marcu Polo t-shirt by Creadia Studio
Marcu Polo is a soft and classic polo t-shirt, knitted on small needles for a stylish and clean look. The polo is knitted top-down, so that the length of both the sleeves and the body can be easily altered for personal shape and preferences.
The pattern is only available in English
The pattern is a PDF file. Immediately after purchase you will be able to download the pattern directly from the purchase confirmation page. You will also receive an e-mail with a link to your pattern, and the pattern will be available here at the site via your personal account - so remember to create an account :-) Read more about digital knitting patterns here.
Sizes: XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)
Polo circumference: 75 (85) 90 (95) 100 (106) 114 (122) 130 (140) cm // 291⁄2 (331⁄2) 351⁄2 (371⁄2) 391⁄4 (413⁄4) 45 (48) 511⁄4 (55) inches
Polo length: 54 (55) 56 (57) 58 (60) 61 (63) 66 (70) cm // 211⁄4 (213⁄4) 22 (221⁄2) 223⁄4 (231⁄2) 24 (243⁄4) 26 (271⁄2) inches (measured below the collar, mid back)
Polo sleeve circumference: 25 (26) 28 (30) 32 (35.5) 40 (45) 47 (49) cm // 93⁄4 (101⁄4) 11 (113⁄4) 121⁄2 (14) 153⁄4 (173⁄4) 181⁄2 (191⁄4) inches
Polo sleeve length: 11 (11.5) 12 (12) 12.5 (13) 13 (13) 13 (13.5) cm // 41⁄4 (41⁄2) 43⁄4 (43⁄4) 5 (5) 5 (5) 5 (51⁄4) (measured from underneath the sleeve)
Marcu Polo is a fitted short sleeved shirt and it is designed to be worn with a positive ease of approximately 0-10 cm at the bust (or the widest part of your upper body).
For example, if you measure 70-75 (75-85) 85-90 (90-95) 95-100 (100-106) 106-114 (114-122) 122-130 (130-140) cm // 271⁄2-291⁄2 (291⁄2-331⁄2) 331⁄2-351⁄2 (351⁄2-371⁄2) 371⁄2-391⁄4 (391⁄4-413⁄4) 413⁄4-45 (45-48) 48-511⁄4 (511⁄4-55) inches, you should knit a size XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)
Before starting your project, measure yourself to determine which size to knit.
The model in the picture measures 89 cm // 35” around the bust, is 159 cm tall, and is wearing a size S. The positive ease worn is therefore approx. 1 cm // 1⁄2 inch
Materials:
Yarn suggestions 1:
150(150) 175 (175) 200 (225) 250 (275) 300 (325) g Önling no 11, 90% Merino Superfine Super 100’s wool and 10% Cashmere, 25 g = approximately 197 yards (180 meters)
You work with 1 strand throughout
Or
Yarn suggestions 2:
100 (115) 130 (150) 160 (170) 185 (195) 210 (220) g Önling no 12, 55% wool and 45% cotton, 115 g = approximately 875 yards (800 meters)
Held together with
40 (45) 50 (55) 60 (65) 70 (75) 80 (85) g Önling no 13, 95% first-cut lambswool and 5% Cashmere
Available on two sizes of cones:
Small cone: 50 g = approx 1094 yards (1000 meters).
Large cone: 80 g = approx 1759 yards (1600 meters)
You work with 2 strands held together throughout
Gauge:
32 sts x 48 rows in stockinette = 10 x 10 cm // 4 x 4 inches on needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5
Suggested needles:
Circular needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5 40 cm/80 cm or 100 cm // 16”/32”/40”
Circular needles 2 mm / US 0 80 cm/32”
Double pointed needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5 and Double pointed needles 2 mm/US 0 if the magic loop technique is not used.
Procedure:
The polo is knitted top-down, so that the length of both the sleeves and the body can be easily altered for personal shape and preferences. Firstly the back piece is knitted and then the left and right front piece. The whole thing is joined in the round and knitted until it reaches the desired length. The button band is made using double knitting, and afterwards stitches for the collar are picked up and worked in double knitting and 1x1 rib. The sleeves are shaped and worked using german shorts, rib and double knitting.
ABOUT PATTERNS FROM ÖNLING
All patterns from Önling are delivered digitally - and 95% of these will be sent immediately after purchase. Read more about how to get hold of your digital knitting pattern here.
The exception is patterns from Katrines Favorite Corner:
- When you buy a pattern for a design from Katrine's Favorite Corner, you will receive a digital pattern by mail (and in your Ravelry library). Please allow 1-2 days for your pattern to be sent, as this is handled manually by our brilliant customer service team. See the designs in question here.
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
Wool can last for years, but it requires good care. Washing is tough on your woolen garments and in general wool needs to be washed much less than other materials as it has a self-cleaning effect.
Find our instructions for how to wash your knitwear here.
Proper Care and Washing for Your Wool Knits – Make Them Last Longer
Wool garments can last for years, but they need proper care. Washing is one of the main culprits of wear on knitwear. Luckily, wool contains lanolin, which has a self-cleaning effect, so you rarely need to wash your wool knits.
- Lanolin has a self-cleaning effect because it reacts with moisture and salt, helping to neutralize odors like sweat.
- Hang your wool clothes on a chair overnight – they’ll be fresh by morning. You can also hang them outside for a few hours in humid weather.
- Regularly comb your wool knits with a wool comb to remove pilling and fuzziness. This gives your tired knits a "facelift" and prolongs the time between washes.
Machine Washing Wool
While we generally recommend hand washing wool garments to maintain control over temperatures, agitation, etc., if you prefer machine washing, follow these recommendations:
- Only machine wash your wool, if you know your machine well; test its wool program before washing your favorite sweater.
- Ensure that the wool program washes and rinses at the same temperature (max 30°C). Large temperature fluctuations cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent contains enzymes that will gradually eat away at the wool, leading to holes. You might not see the damage immediately, but holes can appear after 15-25 washes.
- Spin your wool at no more than 400 RPM to avoid felting. Alternatively, use the 'rinse hold' option and roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove excess water.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Hand Washing Wool
- Ensure you wash and rinse in water of the same temperature – around 30°C. Large temperature differences cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent will damage the wool over time, eventually leading to holes.
- Gently press your woolen garment in soapy water, avoiding wringing or pulling during washing.
- Roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove as much water as possible.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing Önling No 12 and No 16
- Keep in mind that the yarn hasn't been washed before it was spun onto cones and sent to you.
- For the best results, soak the finished sweater in lukewarm water for at least two hours (longer is fine). This will help the yarn bloom, making it softer and fuller.
- After soaking, wash the sweater as you would wool knits.
Washing No 14
- Önling No 14 should be washed gently at a maximum of 30°C, for example on the wool program in the washing machine.
- It can be spun at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing No 21
- Önling No 21 is colorfast and spun from linen and cotton, which can handle a gentle machine wash (max 30°C).
- Spin your knit at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Marcu Polo t-shirt for women by Creadia Studio, knitting pattern
Craft your own classic with the Marco Polo knitting pattern. This soft, stylish polo t-shirt features a clean look achieved with small needles. The top-down construction allows easy customization of sleeve and body length. Elevate your DIY wardrobe with this versatile Nordic design, complete with a double-knitted button band. Perfect for knitters seeking a timeless, tailored polo sweater.
Knitting pattern for Marcu Polo t-shirt by Creadia Studio
Marcu Polo is a soft and classic polo t-shirt, knitted on small needles for a stylish and clean look. The polo is knitted top-down, so that the length of both the sleeves and the body can be easily altered for personal shape and preferences.
The pattern is only available in English
The pattern is a PDF file. Immediately after purchase you will be able to download the pattern directly from the purchase confirmation page. You will also receive an e-mail with a link to your pattern, and the pattern will be available here at the site via your personal account - so remember to create an account :-) Read more about digital knitting patterns here.
Sizes: XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)
Polo circumference: 75 (85) 90 (95) 100 (106) 114 (122) 130 (140) cm // 291⁄2 (331⁄2) 351⁄2 (371⁄2) 391⁄4 (413⁄4) 45 (48) 511⁄4 (55) inches
Polo length: 54 (55) 56 (57) 58 (60) 61 (63) 66 (70) cm // 211⁄4 (213⁄4) 22 (221⁄2) 223⁄4 (231⁄2) 24 (243⁄4) 26 (271⁄2) inches (measured below the collar, mid back)
Polo sleeve circumference: 25 (26) 28 (30) 32 (35.5) 40 (45) 47 (49) cm // 93⁄4 (101⁄4) 11 (113⁄4) 121⁄2 (14) 153⁄4 (173⁄4) 181⁄2 (191⁄4) inches
Polo sleeve length: 11 (11.5) 12 (12) 12.5 (13) 13 (13) 13 (13.5) cm // 41⁄4 (41⁄2) 43⁄4 (43⁄4) 5 (5) 5 (5) 5 (51⁄4) (measured from underneath the sleeve)
Marcu Polo is a fitted short sleeved shirt and it is designed to be worn with a positive ease of approximately 0-10 cm at the bust (or the widest part of your upper body).
For example, if you measure 70-75 (75-85) 85-90 (90-95) 95-100 (100-106) 106-114 (114-122) 122-130 (130-140) cm // 271⁄2-291⁄2 (291⁄2-331⁄2) 331⁄2-351⁄2 (351⁄2-371⁄2) 371⁄2-391⁄4 (391⁄4-413⁄4) 413⁄4-45 (45-48) 48-511⁄4 (511⁄4-55) inches, you should knit a size XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL)
Before starting your project, measure yourself to determine which size to knit.
The model in the picture measures 89 cm // 35” around the bust, is 159 cm tall, and is wearing a size S. The positive ease worn is therefore approx. 1 cm // 1⁄2 inch
Materials:
Yarn suggestions 1:
150(150) 175 (175) 200 (225) 250 (275) 300 (325) g Önling no 11, 90% Merino Superfine Super 100’s wool and 10% Cashmere, 25 g = approximately 197 yards (180 meters)
You work with 1 strand throughout
Or
Yarn suggestions 2:
100 (115) 130 (150) 160 (170) 185 (195) 210 (220) g Önling no 12, 55% wool and 45% cotton, 115 g = approximately 875 yards (800 meters)
Held together with
40 (45) 50 (55) 60 (65) 70 (75) 80 (85) g Önling no 13, 95% first-cut lambswool and 5% Cashmere
Available on two sizes of cones:
Small cone: 50 g = approx 1094 yards (1000 meters).
Large cone: 80 g = approx 1759 yards (1600 meters)
You work with 2 strands held together throughout
Gauge:
32 sts x 48 rows in stockinette = 10 x 10 cm // 4 x 4 inches on needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5
Suggested needles:
Circular needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5 40 cm/80 cm or 100 cm // 16”/32”/40”
Circular needles 2 mm / US 0 80 cm/32”
Double pointed needles 2.5 mm/US 1.5 and Double pointed needles 2 mm/US 0 if the magic loop technique is not used.
Procedure:
The polo is knitted top-down, so that the length of both the sleeves and the body can be easily altered for personal shape and preferences. Firstly the back piece is knitted and then the left and right front piece. The whole thing is joined in the round and knitted until it reaches the desired length. The button band is made using double knitting, and afterwards stitches for the collar are picked up and worked in double knitting and 1x1 rib. The sleeves are shaped and worked using german shorts, rib and double knitting.
ABOUT PATTERNS FROM ÖNLING
All patterns from Önling are delivered digitally - and 95% of these will be sent immediately after purchase. Read more about how to get hold of your digital knitting pattern here.
The exception is patterns from Katrines Favorite Corner:
- When you buy a pattern for a design from Katrine's Favorite Corner, you will receive a digital pattern by mail (and in your Ravelry library). Please allow 1-2 days for your pattern to be sent, as this is handled manually by our brilliant customer service team. See the designs in question here.
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
Wool can last for years, but it requires good care. Washing is tough on your woolen garments and in general wool needs to be washed much less than other materials as it has a self-cleaning effect.
Find our instructions for how to wash your knitwear here.
Proper Care and Washing for Your Wool Knits – Make Them Last Longer
Wool garments can last for years, but they need proper care. Washing is one of the main culprits of wear on knitwear. Luckily, wool contains lanolin, which has a self-cleaning effect, so you rarely need to wash your wool knits.
- Lanolin has a self-cleaning effect because it reacts with moisture and salt, helping to neutralize odors like sweat.
- Hang your wool clothes on a chair overnight – they’ll be fresh by morning. You can also hang them outside for a few hours in humid weather.
- Regularly comb your wool knits with a wool comb to remove pilling and fuzziness. This gives your tired knits a "facelift" and prolongs the time between washes.
Machine Washing Wool
While we generally recommend hand washing wool garments to maintain control over temperatures, agitation, etc., if you prefer machine washing, follow these recommendations:
- Only machine wash your wool, if you know your machine well; test its wool program before washing your favorite sweater.
- Ensure that the wool program washes and rinses at the same temperature (max 30°C). Large temperature fluctuations cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent contains enzymes that will gradually eat away at the wool, leading to holes. You might not see the damage immediately, but holes can appear after 15-25 washes.
- Spin your wool at no more than 400 RPM to avoid felting. Alternatively, use the 'rinse hold' option and roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove excess water.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Hand Washing Wool
- Ensure you wash and rinse in water of the same temperature – around 30°C. Large temperature differences cause wool to shrink and felt.
- Always use liquid wool detergent without enzymes. Regular detergent will damage the wool over time, eventually leading to holes.
- Gently press your woolen garment in soapy water, avoiding wringing or pulling during washing.
- Roll the clean knit in a dry towel to remove as much water as possible.
- Always dry wool flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing Önling No 12 and No 16
- Keep in mind that the yarn hasn't been washed before it was spun onto cones and sent to you.
- For the best results, soak the finished sweater in lukewarm water for at least two hours (longer is fine). This will help the yarn bloom, making it softer and fuller.
- After soaking, wash the sweater as you would wool knits.
Washing No 14
- Önling No 14 should be washed gently at a maximum of 30°C, for example on the wool program in the washing machine.
- It can be spun at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
Washing No 21
- Önling No 21 is colorfast and spun from linen and cotton, which can handle a gentle machine wash (max 30°C).
- Spin your knit at a maximum of 800 RPM.
- Avoid using a tumble dryer. Instead, dry your knit flat on a drying rack – preferably on a towel, and never in direct heat.
