Description

Maize Pullover – 1980s Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: Chest 39¼”–47¾” (15 Years, 17 Years, Small, Medium)

This 1980s unisex pullover pairs a simple boatneck silhouette with a subtly ribbed fancy stitch that gives it real depth without any complicated shaping. Sized from teens through adult medium, it’s a satisfying worsted yarn patterns project for anyone wanting a classic, wear-with-anything sweater with genuine vintage character.

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Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Back and front are worked flat from a ribbed hem upward, changing to a fancy textured rib stitch above the welt and shaping straight armholes with stepped bind-offs; the front neck is divided and shaped separately from the shoulders; sleeves are worked flat with side increases and a shaped cap, then set into the straight armholes; finished with a ribbed neckband picked up around the neck edge.
Finished Measurements: Chest 39¼” (41¾” / 44″ / 47¾”).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms, with a full stitch/abbreviation guide, schematic diagrams, and finished-measurement charts included.
Stitches: Knit, purl, worked in K1/P1 rib and a fancy textured rib stitch (multiple of 6 + 3, plus 2 selvage sts).

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted (4) weight — Laines Anny Blatt Ecoss’Anny, 18(19/20) 50g balls.
Substitute with any standard modern worsted weight yarn such as Cascade Yarns Worsted or Malabrigo Worsted.
Knitting Needles Size: 4 mm and 4½ mm needles (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends and sewing seams.
Gauge: 24 sts and 26 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in fancy pattern stitch.

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