The Zipper Sweater Light – Man is a classic, structured half-zip worked from the top down. You begin with a ribbed collar, folded double for strength and comfort. The yoke is shaped with raglan increases — first worked back and forth to create the zipper opening, then joined to knit in the round. The body and sleeves are seamless, and a tidy inner facing is added so the zipper sits cleanly between two layers of fabric.
It’s a technical but rewarding knit, producing a durable, long-lasting sweater.
Sizing & Fit
This sweater is designed with approximately 20 cm of positive ease, giving it a relaxed, comfortable fit without feeling oversized.
Designed to fit bust:
86–91 (91–96) 96–101 (101–107)
107–113 (113–119) 119–124 (124–132) cm
Finished bust circumference:
111 (117) 121 (127) 133 (139) 145 (153) cm
Length (mid back, excluding collar):
67 (67) 69 (70) 70 (72) 75 (76) cm
Yarn Type Needed
This pattern is written for a 10-ply / worsted-weight wool — the kind that holds structure beautifully, gives crisp stitch definition, and makes a men’s sweater sturdy and reliable.
Choose yarn that:
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is 10-ply / worsted weight
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has good resilience and body
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meets the gauge of 20 stitches × 28 rows = 10 cm on 4 mm needles
If you'd like help choosing the right yarn and quantity, message us or pop into The Wool Shop in Rangiora and we’ll walk you through the options.
Meterage Required
Based on 91 m per 50 g (standard worsted-weight yardage), you will need approximately:
750 (800) 850 (900) 950 (1000) 1050 (1050) g
≈ 1365 (1456) 1547 (1638) 1729 (1820) 1911 (1911) metres
If your chosen yarn has different metreage per ball, we’re happy to help calculate the exact amount.
Notions
We also stock zippers in a range of colours so you can match your project perfectly.
Needles
Gauge
20 stitches × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking.
Difficulty
★★★★☆ – Experienced
What You’re Getting
A printed knitting pattern only, ready to add to your project bag.
(No digital PDF is included.)
