Knitting pattern for Silk Sweater
A light and feminine sweater designed with small, elegant stars formed by the increases along the yoke, creating a subtle graphic expression. Resulting in a light and comfortable sweater that suits the danish weather perfectly from spring to autumn – and in winter works beautifully under a cardigan or jacket. The stars add extra character to the design but can easily be omitted if a more neutral look is desired.
The sleeves are designed with a ¾ length for a summery feel, but the pattern also explains how you can easily work the sleeves in full length. The fit is slightly oversized with a gentle A-shape – this can also be omitted if you prefer a straighter silhouette. The choice of colors and yarn gives the sweater many different expressions, allowing you to create your own unique version.
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 Katrine Hannibal for Önling.
Sizes (XS)S(M)L(XL)2XL(3XL)
Measurements
Chest: (95)100(105)110(116)129(134) cm / (37½)39½(41⅓)43⅓(45½)50¾(52¾) inches
Center back length: (56)57(58)59(60)61(62) cm / (22)22½(22¾)23¼(23½)24(24½) inches
Underarm sleeve length, ¾ sleeve: (28)29(30)31(32)32(32) cm / (11)11½(12)12¼(12½)12½(12½) inches
Underarm sleeve length, full length: (43)44(45)46(47)47(47) cm / (17)17¼(17¾)18¼(18½)18½(18½) inches
Materials Everyday kit
Color A: 230 g / 2 cones Önling No 12, 55% wool, 45% cotton, 115 g = approx. 875 yards (800 meters), weight: fingering
Held together with
Color B: 80 g / 1 cone Önling No 13, 95% lambswool, 5% cashmere, 80 g = approx. 1759 yards (1600 m), weight: cob-web
Worked with one strand Önling No 12 and one strand Önling No 13 held together throughout.
Materials Önling No 12
230 g / 2 cones Önling No 12, 55% wool, 45% cotton, 115 g = approx. 875 yards (800 meters), weight: fingering
Worked with one strand throughout.
Materials Önling No 14
(450)500(500)550(600)650(700) g / (9)10(10)11(12)13(14) balls Önling No 14, 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 50 g = approx. 127 yards (114 meters), weight: sport
Worked with one strand throughout.
Recommended circular needles sizes 3 and 3½ mm / US 2.5 and 4, in 80 cm / 32 inches length (we use magic loop for small circumferences)
Crochet hook for casting on stitches
3 meters / 3.5 yards of contrasting color scrap yarn
3 stitch markers
Stitch holder
Gauge 22 sts and 36 rows in stockinette st on needle size 3½ mm / US 4 = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches
Procedure
The sweater is worked in the round from the top down. A crocheted provisional cast-on is used so the neckline can be adjusted afterwards. Short rows are worked at the beginning to shape the shoulders and back of the neck to ensure a good fit. The yoke is worked with increases forming small stars, which can be omitted for a simpler look. The work is then divided into body and sleeves and finished separately
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.
Silk Sweater, knitting pattern
Knitting pattern for Silk Sweater
A light and feminine sweater designed with small, elegant stars formed by the increases along the yoke, creating a subtle graphic expression. Resulting in a light and comfortable sweater that suits the danish weather perfectly from spring to autumn – and in winter works beautifully under a cardigan or jacket. The stars add extra character to the design but can easily be omitted if a more neutral look is desired.
The sleeves are designed with a ¾ length for a summery feel, but the pattern also explains how you can easily work the sleeves in full length. The fit is slightly oversized with a gentle A-shape – this can also be omitted if you prefer a straighter silhouette. The choice of colors and yarn gives the sweater many different expressions, allowing you to create your own unique version.
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 Katrine Hannibal for Önling.
Sizes (XS)S(M)L(XL)2XL(3XL)
Measurements
Chest: (95)100(105)110(116)129(134) cm / (37½)39½(41⅓)43⅓(45½)50¾(52¾) inches
Center back length: (56)57(58)59(60)61(62) cm / (22)22½(22¾)23¼(23½)24(24½) inches
Underarm sleeve length, ¾ sleeve: (28)29(30)31(32)32(32) cm / (11)11½(12)12¼(12½)12½(12½) inches
Underarm sleeve length, full length: (43)44(45)46(47)47(47) cm / (17)17¼(17¾)18¼(18½)18½(18½) inches
Materials Everyday kit
Color A: 230 g / 2 cones Önling No 12, 55% wool, 45% cotton, 115 g = approx. 875 yards (800 meters), weight: fingering
Held together with
Color B: 80 g / 1 cone Önling No 13, 95% lambswool, 5% cashmere, 80 g = approx. 1759 yards (1600 m), weight: cob-web
Worked with one strand Önling No 12 and one strand Önling No 13 held together throughout.
Materials Önling No 12
230 g / 2 cones Önling No 12, 55% wool, 45% cotton, 115 g = approx. 875 yards (800 meters), weight: fingering
Worked with one strand throughout.
Materials Önling No 14
(450)500(500)550(600)650(700) g / (9)10(10)11(12)13(14) balls Önling No 14, 100% TENCEL™ Lyocell, 50 g = approx. 127 yards (114 meters), weight: sport
Worked with one strand throughout.
Recommended circular needles sizes 3 and 3½ mm / US 2.5 and 4, in 80 cm / 32 inches length (we use magic loop for small circumferences)
Crochet hook for casting on stitches
3 meters / 3.5 yards of contrasting color scrap yarn
3 stitch markers
Stitch holder
Gauge 22 sts and 36 rows in stockinette st on needle size 3½ mm / US 4 = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches
Procedure
The sweater is worked in the round from the top down. A crocheted provisional cast-on is used so the neckline can be adjusted afterwards. Short rows are worked at the beginning to shape the shoulders and back of the neck to ensure a good fit. The yoke is worked with increases forming small stars, which can be omitted for a simpler look. The work is then divided into body and sleeves and finished separately
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.
