Weekend Sweater – Printed Knitting Pattern (English)
The Weekend Sweater is a relaxed, oversized jumper designed for comfort, ease, and that effortless “throw-it-on” feel. It’s worked from the top down, making it easy to customise length and sleeves as you go.
Construction begins with the back yoke, shaped using short rows to create a gentle shoulder slope. Each shoulder is then worked separately before being joined to form the front yoke. Once the yoke is complete, the body is joined and worked in the round to the hem. Sleeves are picked up around the armholes and worked down in the round, and the ribbed neckline is finished last.
The result is a beautifully balanced sweater with a modern oversized fit and thoughtful shaping — cosy, wearable, and ideal for everyday knitting.
📌 This is a PRINTED knitting pattern — not a digital download.
Sizing & Fit
The Weekend Sweater is intentionally oversized, with approximately 30 cm / 11¾ inches of positive ease in the smaller sizes, gradually reducing in the larger sizes.
Sizes:
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL) 5XL
Finished bust circumference:
115 (120) 125 (128) 133 (141) 149 (155) 165 cm
Length (mid-back, excl. neck):
61 (62) 65 (66) 67 (68) 69 (70) 71 cm
Recommended Yarn Type
This sweater is designed to create a soft, lofty chunky fabric with warmth but without heaviness.
Yarn structure
Why this works
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The wool provides structure and body
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The mohair adds lightness, softness, and a subtle halo
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Together, they create a chunky-feeling fabric that stays breathable and wearable
Yarn Quantity Guide (Realistic Metreage)
Approximate total metreage required, counting both strands combined:
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XS: 1,200–1,250 m
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S: 1,200–1,250 m
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M: 1,300–1,400 m
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L: 1,400 m
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XL: 1,400 m
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2XL: 1,400 m
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3XL: 1,550 m
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4XL: 1,600 m
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5XL: 1,700 m
(Always err on the generous side if adjusting length or sleeve depth.)
Needles & Gauge
Gauge:
15 sts × 20 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch
(on 5.5 mm needles, after washing and blocking)
Needles:
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5.5 mm circular needles (main fabric)
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4.5 mm circular needles (ribbing)
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DPNs or Magic Loop for sleeves
Difficulty
★★★☆☆
An intermediate-friendly project with clear construction and satisfying progress, especially once the body is joined.
