Soft Edges Pullover

This lightweight pullover combines modern minimalist look with elegant details. 

The shoulder increases form a beautiful line on each shoulder and the folded hem on the body adds a clean finishing touch. The neckline is shaped with short rows for comfortable fit. The length is slightly cropped but easy to adjust. The pattern includes photo tutorials for the German short row technique and the Tubular bind-off.

SIZES: XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL)

Bust circumference of the finished sweater: 36 ¼ (39 ½) 43 (47 ½) 51 (54 ¾) 59 (62 ¾)” / 91 (98.5) 107.5 (118.5) 127.5 (137) 147.5 (157) cm. 

To fit 28 (32) 36 (40) 44 (48) 52 (56)” / 70 (80) 90 (100) 110 (120) 130 (140) cm bust.

Designed to be worn with approximately 6 ¾-8 ¼” / 17-21 cm of positive ease; shown in size S.

YARN 

approximately 1325 (1445) 1605 (1770) 1960 (2130) 2330 (2505) yds / 1215 (1325) 1465 (1620) 1795 (1945) 2130 (2290) m fingering weight yarn. 

Shown in Knitting for Olive Merino (100% merino wool; 273 yds / 250 m per 50 g), color Ice Blue.

Please note that the amounts are only an approximate and based on the yarn used for the sample.

NEEDLES 

for the body and sleeves:

US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm and 32” / 80 cm or longer 

US 4 / 3.5 mm double-pointed needles (or a long circular needle if using Magic loop technique)

for the hem lining:

US 3 / 3.25 mm circular needle, 32” / 80 cm 

for the sleeve ribbing:

US 3 / 3.25 mm double-pointed needles (or a long circular needle if using Magic loop technique)

NOTIONS

stitch markers

row counter 

spare needle or a stitch holder

tapestry needle 

GAUGE

26 sts and 36 rows in Stockinette stitch using larger needles = 4” / 10 cm washed and blocked.