Free Knitting Pattern

Lion Brand Homespun

Classic Yoke Pullover
Pattern Number: 80942AD

We updated the classic pullover with a contemporary yoke and the beautiful painterly colors
of Homespun.

Free Knitting Pattern from Lion Brand Yarn

Lion Brand Homespun
Classic Yoke Pullover
Pattern Number: 80942AD
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate
SIZE: Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X
Finished Chest 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) in. [86.5 (96.5, 106.5, 117, 127) cm]
Finished Length 28 (28, 29, 30 1/2, 30 1/2) in. [71 (71, 73.5, 77.5, 77.5) cm]
Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is
given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.
CORRECTIONS: None as of Jun 5, 2009. To check for later updates, click here.

MATERIALS
790-406 Lion Brand Homespun Yarn: Ocean
5 (5, 6, 7, 7) Balls (A)
790-402 Lion Brand Homespun Yarn: Dusty Blue
1 Ball (B)
Lion Brand Stitch Holders
Lion Brand Stitch Markers
Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)
Additional Materials
Circular knitting needle size 10 (6 mm), 29 in. (73 cm)

GAUGE:

14 sts + 20 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st (k on RS, p on WS). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR
GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in
the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less
stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles;
if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
STITCH EXPLANATION:
PATTERN STITCHES
K1, p1 Rib (worked in rows or rnds)
Row 1: *K1, p1; rep from *.
Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for K1, p1 Rib.
K2, p2 Rib
Row 1: *K2, p2; rep from *.
Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for K2, p2 Rib.
NOTES:

For Back, Front and Sleeves, work back and forth on circular needle, as if working on
straight needles.

PULLOVER
BACK
With A, cast on 70 (76, 86, 94, 100) sts. Work in k2, p2 Rib for 4
in. (10 cm), end with a WS row.
Next Row (RS - Dec Row): K1, k2tog, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1
68 (74, 84, 92, 98) sts remaining at end of row. Continue in St
st (k on RS, p on WS) and rep Decrease Row every 12th (12th,
10th, 10th, 12th) row 4 (4, 5, 5, 4) more times 60 (66, 74, 82,
90) sts. Work even until piece measures 17 1/2 (17 1/2, 18, 19,
19) in. [44.5 (44.5, 45.5, 48.5, 48.5) cm] from beg, end with a
WS row.
Shape Raglan Armhole
Bind off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows 54 (60, 68, 76, 84) sts.
Next Row: K2, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2 52 (58, 66, 74,
82) sts.
Next Row: Purl.
Rep last 2 rows 8 (8, 9, 10, 10) more times, binding off 1 st at beg
of last WS row 35 (41, 47, 53, 61) sts. Slip sts to a holder.
FRONT
Work as for Back.

SLEEVE (make 2)
With A, cast on 44 (44, 46, 48, 48) sts. Work in k2, p2 Rib for 2 in.
[5 cm]. Continue in St st until piece measures 16 1/2 in. [42 cm]
from beg, end with a WS row.
Shape Raglan
Bind off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows 38 (38, 40, 42, 42) sts
remaining at end of row.
Next Row (RS - Dec Row): K2, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, k2tog, k2
36 (36, 38, 40, 40) sts.
Next Row (WS): Purl.
Rep last 2 rows (8, 8, 9, 10, 10) more times 20 sts. Slip sts to a
holder.

YOKE
From RS, working sts from stitch holders, join B at beg of Back sts. Knit across sts of Back, then Sleeve, Front and
remaining Sleeve 110 (122, 134, 146, 162) sts. Join, being careful not to twist sts. Place marker for beg of rnd.
Knit 1 rnd.
Next Rnd (Dec Rnd): K 4, k2tog, *k8, k2tog; rep from * around, end k 4 (6, 8, 0, 6) 99 (110, 121, 131, 146) sts.
Work 3 rnds.
Next Rnd (Dec Rnd): *K 7, k2tog; rep from * around, end k 0 (2, 4, 5, 2) 88 (98, 108, 117, 130) sts
Knit 3 rnds even.
Next Rnd (Dec Rnd): K 3, k2tog, *k6, k2tog; rep from * around, end k 3 (5, 7, 8, 5) 77 (86, 95, 103, 114) sts.
Knit 3 rnds.
Next Rnd (Dec Rnd): *K 5, k2tog; rep from * around, end k 0 (9, 4, 5, 2) 66 (75, 82, 89, 98) sts.
Knit 3 rnds.
For sizes L, 1X, and 2X only
Next Rnd (Dec Rnd): K2, k2tog, *k4, k2tog; rep from * around, end k0 (1, 4) sts 68 (74, 82) sts.
Knit 1 rnd.
For all sizes
Work in k1, p1 Rib for 3 in. [7.5 cm]. Bind off in rib.
FINISHING

Sew raglan seams. Sew side and Sleeve seams. Weave in ends.

ABBREVIATIONS / REFERENCES
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beg = begin(s)(ning)

dec = decreas(e)(s)(ing)

k = knit

k2tog = knit 2 together

p = purl

rep = repeat(s)(ing)

rnd(s) = round(s)

RS = right side

St st = Stockinette stitch

st(s) = stitch(es)

WS = wrong side
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*Homespun (Article #790) is a uniquely-textured bulky weight yarn that works up quickly and easily. 98%
acrylic, 2% polyester; packaged in 6 oz/170g (185 yd/167m) pull skeins.

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