The Alpine Breeze Sweater Free Pattern

The Alpine Breeze Sweater Free Pattern

Introduction

Embrace the chill with the Alpine Breeze Sweater, a cozy knit that combines intricate cable designs with a relaxed fit. Perfect for layering during those crisp mountain mornings, this sweater is not only stylish but also functional. With its rich forest green hue and classic crew neck, it’s an essential addition to your winter wardrobe. Let’s get started on creating your very own Alpine Breeze Sweater!

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn, 100% wool, approximately 1200-1600 yards depending on size
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) circular needles, 32 inches
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sizes:

S (M, L, XL, XXL)

Back:

1. Cast on 90 (100, 110, 120, 130) stitches using the long tail cast-on method.
2. Work in 2x2 ribbing (K2, P2) for 2 inches.
3. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every row) and work until the piece measures 16 (17, 18, 19, 20) inches from the cast-on edge.
4. Begin the cable pattern:
• Row 1 (RS): K2, *P2, K6, P2, K2; repeat from * to end.
• Row 2 (WS): P2, *K2, P6, K2, P2; repeat from * to end.
• Continue in this cable pattern for a total of 10 rows.
5. Shape shoulders: Bind off 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows, then 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
6. Bind off remaining stitches.

Front:

1. Work as for the back until the piece measures 14 (15, 16, 17, 18) inches from the cast-on edge.
2. Shape neck:
• Next row (RS): Work 40 (45, 50, 55, 60) stitches, join a second ball of yarn and bind off the center 10 stitches, then work to the end.
• Working both sides at once, bind off 3 stitches at each neck edge twice, then 2 stitches once.
3. Continue until the front matches the back in length.
4. Shape shoulders as for the back.

Sleeves:

1. Cast on 40 (44, 48, 52, 56) stitches.
2. Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
3. Increase 1 stitch at each end every 8th row until there are 60 (64, 68, 72, 76) stitches.
4. Work even until the sleeve measures 18 (19, 20, 21, 22) inches.
5. Bind off.

Finishing:

1. Sew shoulder seams together securely.
2. Pick up and knit 80 (84, 88, 92, 96) stitches around the neck edge.
3. Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1 inch, then bind off loosely to maintain elasticity.
4. Sew sleeves to the body of the sweater, aligning seams carefully.
5. Sew side seams and sleeve seams, ensuring a neat finish.

Congratulations! You have now completed your very own Alpine Breeze Sweater. Enjoy wearing your cozy creation during the chilly days ahead!