Fortune Sweater - PetiteKnit Pattern
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Add a splash of luxurious texture to your handmade wardrobe! The Fortune Sweater - PetiteKnit is a stunning, lightweight pullover that features a beautiful all-over clover leaf lace pattern and an elegant round neck. Knit using two strands of delicate silk mohair held together, this sweater creates a dreamy, gossamer-soft fabric with a gorgeous halo finish that feels weightless and chic.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 3 out of 5 (Intermediate)
- Size Range: XS to XXL
- Construction: This sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down in the round. You begin by shaping the neckline using short rows to ensure a comfortable, contoured fit. From there, raglan increases are worked down the yoke while seamlessly integrating the all-over lace motif. The body and sleeves are then separated at the underarms and finished in the round down to the neat ribbed edges.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Fortune Sweater is designed with a classic, slightly roomy silhouette offering approximately 15–18 cm of positive ease. To find your ideal size, measure around the widest part of your bust and match it to the guide below.
| Size | To Fit Bust Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–85 | 101 | 53 |
| S | 85–90 | 105 | 55 |
| M | 90–95 | 109 | 56 |
| L | 95–100 | 115 | 58 |
| XL | 100–110 | 125 | 60 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 135 | 61 |
Length is measured down the center back, excluding the finished neck ribbing.
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 22 sts x 31 rows = 10 x 10 cm in the lace pattern on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking.
- Suggested Needles: 4 mm circular needles (lengths: 40 cm and 80 or 100 cm), 3.5 mm circular needles (lengths: 40 cm and 80 or 100 cm), and 3 mm circular needles (length: 40 cm).
- Double-Pointed Needles: 4 mm and 3.5 mm DPNs (only required if you choose not to use the Magic Loop technique for the sleeves).
Yarn Requirements
The signature airy, floating texture of this design is achieved by holding two strands of lace-weight silk mohair together throughout the entire project.
Always buy complete balls based on your yarn's ball band meterage, and consider grabbing an extra ball to account for your personal gauge swatch or modifications to the length.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a gauge swatch in the specified lace pattern, and make sure to wash and block it before taking your measurements. Lace patterns worked in fine silk mohair expand significantly after a wash. Swatching post-wash guarantees that your stitches settle into the required 22-stitch gauge so your sweater achieves its beautifully relaxed, intended fit rather than pulling too tight.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the lace pattern difficult to memorize?
The clover leaf motif is a wonderfully rhythmic and logical sequence of simple yarn overs and decreases. Once you work through the first few pattern repeats down the yoke, it becomes very intuitive and enjoyable to knit! -
Is there any seaming required?
None at all! Thanks to the seamless top-down design, the yoke, body, and sleeves are formed entirely on your circular needles. Once you finish working your final ribbed bind-offs, your only remaining homework is weaving in your loose yarn tails. - Can I adjust the body or sleeve length?
Absolutely. Because the Fortune Sweater is knit from the top down, it is incredibly easy to customize. You can slip your live stitches onto scrap yarn at any stage to try it on and decide exactly where you want your hem and cuffs to land. Just remember to budget extra yarn if you plan to lengthen it.