Hanstholm Sweater - Petite Knit (Men's 10ply)

The Hanstholm Sweater is a classic, wearable men’s-style sweater with a timeless shape and comfortable fit. It is worked from the top down with raglan increases through the yoke, allowing you to try it on as you go and adjust length if needed.

Short rows are worked after the ribbed neckline to shape the neck for a better fit, giving extra depth at the back without adding bulk at the front. The body and sleeves are then worked in the round and finished with neat ribbed edges.

This is a great project if you enjoy clean construction, practical design, and a sweater that will be worn for years.

Size & Fit

The Hanstholm Sweater is designed to have approximately 6–13 cm of positive ease, depending on size and fit preference.

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

Finished bust circumference:
97 (104) 109 (115) 122 (127) 131 (140) cm

Length (mid back, including neck rib):
69 (70) 72 (75) 76 (77) 78 (78) cm

Gauge

21 stitches × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm
in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking.

Needles

• 4 mm circular needles (40 cm and 80–100 cm)

• 3.5 mm circular needles (40 cm and 80–100 cm)

• 4 mm and 3.5 mm double-pointed needles (or Magic Loop)

Yarn Information (Substitution-Friendly)

This sweater is knitted with one strand throughout using a traditional woollen-style yarn with structure and durability.

Recommended Yarn Type

Choose a worsted / 10-ply wool yarn with:

• Good stitch definition

• Natural elasticity

• A slightly rustic or classic feel

Ideal fibres include:

• Pure wool

• Wool-rich blends

• Non-superwash or lightly treated wool for structure

Target metreage: approx. 90–100 metres per 50 g

Yarn Quantity (by Metres)

Total yarn required:

• XS: ~1,090 m

• S: ~1,180 m

• M: ~1,180–1,270 m

• L: ~1,450 m

• XL: ~1,550 m

• 2XL: ~1,640 m

• 3XL: ~1,730 m

• 4XL: ~1,820 m

(If you are close to the upper end of a size or prefer extra length, allow a small buffer.)

Difficulty

★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5)

An intermediate-level project featuring raglan shaping and short rows, suitable for confident knitters.