A new easy mens sweater knitting pattern, the Staple Crew Neck Sweater, is now available in my shop, on Etsy and on Ravelry shops.
Read all about the ultra-soft alpaca yarn, easy bottom up construction or grab the printable PDF and start knitting this men’s sweater knitting pattern.
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This easy knitting pattern is perfect for beginners looking to make a classic men’s pullover sweater. It has a simple round neck and a timeless style that works for any wardrobe. If you’re new to knitting but want to take on a fun and wearable project, this is a great choice!
The Inspiration
It’s similar to the Arnaud V-neck men’s sweater, but with a round neckline instead. Both sweaters are easy in difficult level and have a comfy, classic fit. Plus it’s made with DK weight (#3) yarn, so it’s not too heavy or too light. Perfect to wear any time of a year.
This men’s sweater knitting pattern is super straightforward, making it an enjoyable knit without being too complicated.
With it’s simple construction and detailed step-by-step instructions, the Staple Crew Neck Sweater is an easy-level knitting pattern available in men’s sizes S to 5XL.
The Yarn
One of the standout features of this sweater is the luxurious Hobbii Upcycled Alpaca Silk yarn used in the design. This fiber blend makes the sweater incredibly soft and comfortable to wear, offering a high-end feel.
But heads up, it can be a little stretchy and slippery, so you’ll want to keep an eye on your tension while knitting. Other than that, it’s an easy, stylish project that’s fun to make and even better to wear!
The Staple Crew Neck Men’s Sweater Knitting Pattern Construction
The men’s sweater is knitted from the bottom up. Both front and back panels are worked in one piece knitting in the round until the underarm. The piece is then divided in 2 parts working the front and back panel separately. A few stitches are cast off on each side of the panels for simple square armhole shaping. The back panel is then worked straight with some shoulder shaping. The front panel is divided in 2 parts to shape the round and shoulders.
Both panels are then sewed together at the shoulders.
Sleeves are worked separately, from the cuff up and sewed to the sweater body. Finally, stitches are picked up for the round neck ribbing.
Materials You Will Need For The Staple Crew Neck Men’s Sweater Knitting Pattern
- 3 mm / US 2 circular knitting needles.
- 3.5 mm / US 4 circular knitting needles.
- Hobbii Upcycled Alpaca Silk (Light weight (3), 75% Baby Alpaca, 25% Mulberry Silk, 120 m / 131 yd, 50 g / 1.75 oz) in Wild River (14) colorway: 12 (13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21) skeins
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends
- 2 Stitch markers
- Stitch holder. I like to use an unused cable from my interchangeable needle set but you can also use a scrap of yarn.
The Staple Round Neck Sweater Knitting Pattern Sizes
The sweater knitting pattern is available in the following men sizes: S to 5XL. Sizes are noted throughout the pattern in the following way: S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL). The pictures illustrate the Medium size.
Final garment measurements are:
S: 99 cm / 39” bust, 68.5 cm / 27” long (from shoulder)
M: 107 cm / 42.25” bust, 70 cm / 27.5” long (from shoulder)
L: 118 cm / 46.5” bust, 71.5 cm / 28.25” long (from shoulder)
XL: 130 cm / 51” bust, 72.5 cm / 28.5” long (from shoulder)
2XL: 139 cm / 55” bust, 74.5 cm / 29.25” long (from shoulder)
3XL: 149 cm / 58.5” bust, 75.5 cm / 29.75” long (from shoulder)
4XL: 160 cm / 63” bust, 77 cm / 30.25” long (from shoulder)
5XL: 170 cm / 66.75” bust, 78.5 cm / 31” long (from shoulder)
The sweater is designed with a classic fit 5 – 10 cm / 2” – 4” ease at the bust.
Downloadable PDF Staple Crew Neck Men’s Sweater Knitting Pattern
Grab the printable PDF of the Staple Crew Neck Men’s Sweater knitting pattern now in my shop, Etsy shop or on Ravelry shop:
Blocking
You are done with the knitting part. Make sure to weave in all the ends.
To make your sweater even prettier, help even your stitches, block your project. Don’t skip this step as it can make a huge difference. Read my detailed tutorial on why block, how-to, and all my tips and tricks if you need help.
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