Knitting pattern for Nautic Sweater by Lenes Knitwear
Nautic Sweater is a striped raglan sweater with a twist. The fine colorwork detail in the wide stripes give the sweater its unique character. The name comes from the maritime look of the blue version. If you’ve never tried knitting stranded colorwork before, this is a perfect place to start as the chart only contains a few rounds with stranded knitting.
The sweater can be knitted in two different yarns - either in Önling No 3, 100% organic heavy merino wool, or in Önling No 1, luxury merino and angora blend.
Nautic Sweater is the perfect garment for cooler seasons or for enjoying the outdoors all year round. It’s a sweater you’ll love to have in your wardrobe.
Language: You receive the pattern in English, Norwegian and German
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.
Designed by Lene Krogh for Lenes Knitwear.
Sizes: XS(S)M(L)XL(2XL)3XL
Measurements:
Chest circumference: 98(105)112(119)126(133)140 cm / 37.75(40.5)43(45.75)48.5(51)53.75 inches
Length: 55(55)56(58)60(63)65 cm / 21.25(21.25)21.5 (22.25)23(24.25)25 inches
Sleeve length from underarm: 40(40)40(40)39(37)36 cm / 15.5(15.5)15.5(15.5)15(14.25)14 inches
The fit is standard with approx. 15 cm / 5.75 in of positive ease. The model in the photo is wearing a size M with 15 cm / 5.75 in of positive ease.
Materials Önling No 1
Color A: 200(200)200(200)250(250)300 g / 4(4)4(4)5(5)6 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color B: 100(100)150(150)150(150)200 g / 2(2)3(3)3(3)4 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color C: 100(100)100(100)100(100)100 g / 2(2)2(2)2(2)2 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Worked with one strand throughout.
Materials Önling No 3
Color A: 250(250)250(300)300(350)400 g / 5(5)5(6)6(7)8 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color B: 150(150)150(200)200(200)250 g / 3(3)3(4)4(4)5 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color C: 100(100)150(150)150(150)150 g / 2(2)3(3)3(3)3 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Worked with one strand throughout.
Recommended circular needles size 3 and 4 mm / US 2.5 and 6, 80 cm / 32 inches length (pattern uses the magic loop method for knitting small circumferences).
9 stitch markers and a stitch holder or waste yarn.
Gauge 20 sts and 30 rows in stockinette stitch on 4 mm / US 6 circular needle = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches.
Procedure
The sweater is worked top-down. Cast on using an Italian (tubular) cast-on and work the neck ribbing. Work short rows and raglan increases to shape the back neck, then continue raglan increases throughout the yoke. Divide for body and sleeves. Work the pattern (everywhere except the rib) from the chart. Finish with rib edgings on body and sleeves.
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.
Nautic Sweater by Lenes Knitwear, knitting pattern (UK, NO, DE)
Knitting pattern for Nautic Sweater by Lenes Knitwear
Nautic Sweater is a striped raglan sweater with a twist. The fine colorwork detail in the wide stripes give the sweater its unique character. The name comes from the maritime look of the blue version. If you’ve never tried knitting stranded colorwork before, this is a perfect place to start as the chart only contains a few rounds with stranded knitting.
The sweater can be knitted in two different yarns - either in Önling No 3, 100% organic heavy merino wool, or in Önling No 1, luxury merino and angora blend.
Nautic Sweater is the perfect garment for cooler seasons or for enjoying the outdoors all year round. It’s a sweater you’ll love to have in your wardrobe.
Language: You receive the pattern in English, Norwegian and German
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.
Designed by Lene Krogh for Lenes Knitwear.
Sizes: XS(S)M(L)XL(2XL)3XL
Measurements:
Chest circumference: 98(105)112(119)126(133)140 cm / 37.75(40.5)43(45.75)48.5(51)53.75 inches
Length: 55(55)56(58)60(63)65 cm / 21.25(21.25)21.5 (22.25)23(24.25)25 inches
Sleeve length from underarm: 40(40)40(40)39(37)36 cm / 15.5(15.5)15.5(15.5)15(14.25)14 inches
The fit is standard with approx. 15 cm / 5.75 in of positive ease. The model in the photo is wearing a size M with 15 cm / 5.75 in of positive ease.
Materials Önling No 1
Color A: 200(200)200(200)250(250)300 g / 4(4)4(4)5(5)6 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color B: 100(100)150(150)150(150)200 g / 2(2)3(3)3(3)4 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color C: 100(100)100(100)100(100)100 g / 2(2)2(2)2(2)2 balls Önling No 1, 75% merino wool, 25% angora, 50 g = approx. 197 yards (180 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Worked with one strand throughout.
Materials Önling No 3
Color A: 250(250)250(300)300(350)400 g / 5(5)5(6)6(7)8 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color B: 150(150)150(200)200(200)250 g / 3(3)3(4)4(4)5 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Color C: 100(100)150(150)150(150)150 g / 2(2)3(3)3(3)3 balls Önling No 3, 100% heavy organic merino wool, 50 g = approx. 145 yards (133 meters), weight: DK / Worsted
Worked with one strand throughout.
Recommended circular needles size 3 and 4 mm / US 2.5 and 6, 80 cm / 32 inches length (pattern uses the magic loop method for knitting small circumferences).
9 stitch markers and a stitch holder or waste yarn.
Gauge 20 sts and 30 rows in stockinette stitch on 4 mm / US 6 circular needle = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches.
Procedure
The sweater is worked top-down. Cast on using an Italian (tubular) cast-on and work the neck ribbing. Work short rows and raglan increases to shape the back neck, then continue raglan increases throughout the yoke. Divide for body and sleeves. Work the pattern (everywhere except the rib) from the chart. Finish with rib edgings on body and sleeves.
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.
