Description

Lush Leaf Pullover – 1980s Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: S/M – 38½″ (98cm), M/L – 42½″ (108cm)

Light, lacy, and made for warm-weather wear, this 1980s vintage knitting pattern turns a simple round-neck pullover into a showcase for the leaf stitch. Knit in a fine fingering weight yarn, delicate lace leaves climb vertically up the front, back, and long sleeves, creating an openwork texture that feels equal parts romantic and modern. With a relaxed round neckline finished in a neat crab stitch crochet edge, this leaf stitch sweater knitting pattern is a lovely project for anyone who loves lace/openwork knitting and wants a top light enough for spring or summer layering.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Back, front, and sleeves worked flat from the bottom up in the leaf lace motif, following a charted repeat; shoulder seams joined, sleeves set in; neckline finished with a round of single crochet followed by a round of crab stitch (reverse single crochet).
Finished Measurements: Chest 38½″ (98 cm) for size S/M; 42½″ (108 cm) for size M/L.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms, with a full charted leaf motif and symbol key included.
Stitches: Knit, purl, k1 p1 rib, yarn over needle, k2tog, slip 1 knitwise-k1-psso, slip 1 knitwise-k2tog-psso, single crochet, crab stitch.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Fingering weight yarn (cotton/silk/viscose blend) — approximately 1,250–1,375 m (500–550 g).
Since the original 1980s yarn is discontinued, substitute with any standard modern fingering weight yarn such as Paintbox Yarns Cotton Fingering or King Cole Giza Cotton.
Knitting Needles and Crochet Hook Size: 2¾ mm and 3 mm knitting needles (or size needed to obtain gauge), 3 mm crochet hook.
Notions: Tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends.
Gauge: 28 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4″) square in pattern.

This is a digitally restored PDF knitting pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The original vintage instructions have been digitally enhanced, reformatted, and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.