Moby Slipover - PetiteKnit Pattern
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Add a spectacular masterclass in texture to your handmade wardrobe! The Moby Slipover - PetiteKnit is a stunningly structured, modern vest featuring an intricate arrangement of cables and structural texture stitches. Perfect for everyday layering, this design strikes a beautiful balance between traditional stitch craft and a clean, contemporary silhouette that frames button-downs, casual tees, and long-sleeve layers beautifully.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 5 out of 5 (Advanced)
- Size Range: XS to 5XL
- Construction: This slipover is worked seamlessly from the top down. You begin by working the back yoke flat, managing the cable structure. Stitches are then picked up along the upper edges to shape each shoulder separately before joining them to form the front yoke panel. The front and back yokes link neatly at the underarms to form the body, which is worked straight down in the round. Finally, classic ribbed borders are picked up and worked around the neckline and deep armholes.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Moby Slipover is designed to have a comfortably relaxed, modern look with approximately 10–15 cm of positive ease. To select your best size, measure your bust around the widest part and match your body measurement to the chart below.
| Size | To Fit Bust Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–85 | 97 | 52 |
| S | 85–90 | 102 | 53 |
| M | 90–95 | 108 | 55 |
| L | 95–100 | 113 | 57 |
| XL | 100–110 | 120 | 59 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 130 | 59 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 138 | 61 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 148 | 63 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 158 | 64 |
Total length is measured down the middle of the back, excluding the finished neck edge.
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 24 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in the specified texture pattern on 3.5 mm needles after washing and blocking. (Achieving exact row and stitch counts is critical to aligning the cables accurately).
- Suggested Needles: 3.5 mm circular needles (lengths: 60, 80 and/or 100 cm), 3 mm circular needles (length: 40 cm), and a cable needle.
Yarn Requirements
This pattern can be completed using a single strand of a robust DK-weight wool, or by holding two strands of a lighter weight yarn combination together for a loftier finish:
- Option 1 (Single Strand): A single strand of traditional DK-weight / 8-ply pure wool yarn with excellent cable definition.
- Option 2 (Double Strand): One strand of fine fingering-weight wool held together with one strand of lace-weight silk mohair throughout the entire project.
The table below reflects the total combined meterage allowance required for each separate component under the standard double-strand layout.
| Size | Fingering-Weight Wool Base Meterage | Lace-Weight Silk Mohair Strand Meterage |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 820 m | 848 m |
| S | 820 m | 848 m |
| M | 820 m | 848 m |
| L | 1,025 m | 1,060 m |
| XL | 1,025–1,230 m | 1060–1,272 m |
| 2XL | 1,230 m | 1,272 m |
| 3XL | 1,230–1,435 m | 1,272 m |
| 4XL | 1,435 m | 1,272–1,484 m |
| 5XL | 1,435 m | 1,484 m |
Note: Always purchase complete yarn balls according to your selected yarn's yardage specifications, and consider picking up a little extra to account for personal gauge variations or swatching.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a comprehensive texture and cable gauge swatch, and make sure to wash and block it before taking your measurements. Cable and textured stitch patterns relax, expand, and bloom dramatically after being washed. Swatching post-wash guarantees that your stitches settle precisely into the required 24-stitch gauge so your slipover achieves its ideal roomy silhouette without growing oversized or ending up too narrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do the two columns in the yarn table mean I mix them together?
Yes, if you choose the double-strand option. You will pull one strand from your fingering weight yarn and one strand from your silk mohair simultaneously, holding them together as if they are a single, thicker thread as you knit. -
Is a cable needle absolutely mandatory?
While intermediate knitters sometimes use advanced cable-without-a-cable needle techniques, using a dedicated cable needle is highly recommended for this design. The rhythmic variations of the panels mean a cable needle will help keep your twists perfectly crisp, uniform, and secure. - Are there any side seams to stitch together at the end?
None. Because the back and front yokes are united beneath the arms, the entire main body is knit continuously in the round down to the bottom hem. Your only finishing tasks are working the picked-up ribbing borders and weaving in your loose yarn ends.