Artist's Sweater

Dear test knitters,

I’m excited to invite you to test knit the Artist’s Sweater! Inspired by popular yet complicated textured stitch sweater patterns, I decided to create a beginner-friendly version.

This sweater features a simple yet engaging 12-round repeat: 2 purl rows, 2 seed stitch rows, and 8 knit rows. While the pattern is straightforward, I’m looking for intermediate level knitters to help bring it to life.

In the meantime, I’ll be filming a step-by-step tutorial to make this sweater accessible to adventurous beginners.

KEY DETAILS:

Aran weight yarn (gauge 16 sts x 26 rows in 10 cm).

Top-down, seamless construction.

Upper back is shaped with M1L, M1pL, M1R, M1pR.

Intermediate level (⭐⭐⭐ of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐).

Modifications: Feel free to customize the pattern as you like.

This sweater is designed with approx. 13-23 cm/ 5-9 inches of positive ease. Check out the chart below to help you decide which size to choose.

I wear size S and is 168 cm/ 5’6’’ tall with a 89 cm/ 35” bust circumference.

Intermediate. 

1. Yarn:

White sweater was worked in DROPS Nepal yarn (65% Wool, 35% Alpaca), /10 ply / aran , 50 g/ 75 m or 1.8 oz/ 82 yards per skein, color #1101, White).

You will need: 11-12-12-13-14-16-17-18-20-20-21 50 grams/1.8 oz skeins for your size.

Or 902-984-984-1066-1148-1312-1394-1476-1640-1640-1722 yards.

Other Yarn Option: Since the yarn isn’t sponsored, any yarn that matches the gauge will work.

You could also try DROPS Air or combine two yarns, like a DK or worsted weight with mohair (just be sure to knit a swatch first!)

2. Needles & Tools:

4.5 mm (US 7) and 5.5 mm (US 9) circular needles in the following lengths: 40 cm (16 inches) and 80 or 100 cm (31 or 40 inches).

Tapestry needle: Used to weave in ends.

Stitch markers: Several removable stitch markers.

Any scrap of thinner yarn (in a contrasting color) or a silicon cord: Use this to hold the sleeve stitches.

Expectations:

• Please create a Ravelry project and complete the sweater by the deadline. Include 1-3 images of the sweater being worn to best showcase the fit, instead of using a mannequin or hanger.
• By participating in this test knit, you allow me to share your project photos with my audience on platforms like Ravelry, Etsy, and Instagram. Your images will inspire fellow knitters!
• I encourage my test knitters to engage with the pattern and provide feedback on anything that feels unclear or confusing.
• Fill out the Feedback form.

The designer is offering discounted or free pattern(s) to testers

Compensation:

• Support: I’ll offer personalized guidance throughout the test knit and will check our group daily (except Sundays).
• Early Access: Be among the first to test knit future designs!
• Featured Showcase: Top photos will be displayed on my Ravelry and Etsy profiles.
• Name Recognition: Your name will be credited in the final pattern.
• Free Pattern Reward: Choose any pattern from my Ravelry store + a copy of the final Drop in Dream sweater pattern.

I will be happy to give you a compensation, if:

• Completing and uploading your project on Ravelry by the deadline.
• Including at least one photo of you wearing the sweater.
• Finishing the Feedback Form.

Thank you!