Instant Digital Download - PDF Knitting Pattern
Create a classic sleeveless sweater with a beautiful dot stitch pattern that evokes scattered pebbles on sand. This versatile pattern can be knitted flat or in the round, with two neckline finishing options to suit your preference.
What You'll Receive:
- Downloadable PDF pattern with detailed instructions
- 10 sizes: A-J to fit chest 91-137cm (36-54 inches)
- Full sizing chart with measurements in cm and inches
- Yarn quantities for all sizes
- Instructions for both flat and in-the-round knitting
Sizes: (A, B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I, J)
- Finished sweater circumference: (91, 95, 103, 107, 110) (118, 122, 126, 130, 137) cm / (36, 37.5, 40.5, 42, 43) (46.5, 48, 49.5, 51, 54) inches
- Length (neck to hem): (61, 62.5, 65, 67.5, 70) (71, 72.5, 74, 75, 76.5) cm / (24, 24.5, 25.5, 26.5, 27.5) (28, 28.5, 29, 29.5, 30) inches
- Designed with 2-5cm (1-2") positive ease for a well-fitted silhouette
Yarn Requirements:
- DK weight yarn (pattern designed for Gorgeous DK: 75% alpaca/25% wool, 225m per 100g)
- Main Colour: (250-450) grams depending on size
- Contrast Colour: (100-150) grams depending on size
- Full yarn quantities for each size included in pattern
Gauge: 21 stitches and 27 rows = 10cm (4") in dot stitch using 4.5mm needles
Materials Needed:
- 4mm circular needles × 100cm (for in-the-round) OR 4mm straight needles (for flat knitting)
- 4.5mm circular needles × 100cm (for in-the-round) OR 4.5mm straight needles (for flat knitting)
- Stitch holders or spare yarn
- Stitch markers (if knitting in the round)
- Tapestry needle
Skill Level: Easy - Perfect for knitters comfortable with basic stitches who want to try dot stitch
Delivery: You'll receive a download link immediately after purchase. If you're also ordering yarn from us, we'll include a printed copy of this pattern in your package at no extra charge.
Design Details: This sleeveless sweater features dot stitch throughout, worked as two panels when knitted flat or seamlessly in the round. Choose between traditional ribbing or a folded-over edge for the neckline and armholes.
Want the complete kit with yarn? Check out our Southwold Sleeveless Sweater Knitting Kit.
Designer: Emma Adeane | Technical Editor: Rebecca Williamson