Description

Family Sweaters – 1970s Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Size: To Fit Chest/Bust 27–29, 35–37, 40–42 Inches (69–74, 89–94, 102–107 cm)

One pattern, three generations, and a whole lot of Nordic charm. This 1970s vintage knitting pattern shows a child, a woman and a man in matching round-yoke pullovers, each with a band of red and white Fair Isle motifs above a cream body. Worked in bulky wool-blend yarn, it is a true unisex yoke sweater with a classic Scandinavian look, ideal for festive family photographs. The colorwork is charted in two simple contrasts, so it stays approachable.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Advanced (requires expert skills).
Construction: Back, front and sleeves are worked flat from the bottom up. Sleeve and body stitches are then joined on one needle and the yoke is knitted from charts A and B with decreases built in. The ribbed neck border is folded and slip-hemmed in place.
Measurements: To fit chest/bust 27″–29″, 35″–37″, 40″–42″ (69–74 cm, 89–94 cm, 102–107 cm); finished length from shoulders 19½”, 24″, 27½″ (49 cm, 61 cm, 70 cm); finished sleeve seam 14″, 16½”, 18″ (36 cm, 42 cm, 46 cm).
Pattern Style: Written in standard UK knitting terms with 2 stitch charts (12- and 16-stitch repeats).
Stitches: K1 P1 rib, stocking (stockinette) stitch, M1 increases, two-color Fair Isle stranded colorwork, k2tog.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Patons Husky Chunky Knitting — 7 / 10 / 13 × 50 g balls in main shade, plus 1 / 1 / 1 × 50 g ball each in first and second contrast colors.
Substitute Yarn: Modern bulky weight yarn such as Patons Highland Bulky Yarn.
Knitting Needles Size: 4½ mm (UK 7) and 6 mm (UK 4), one pair of each (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Spare needle or stitch holders, tapestry needle; a toning oddment of finer yarn is suggested for sewing up.
Gauge: 7½ stitches and 10 rows = 2″ (5 cm) in stockinette stitch on 6 mm needles.

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.