Bella Peplum Sweater by Mode.Knits

Bella Peplum Sweater

Knitting
May 2026
yarn held together
Lace
+ Lace
= Lace ?
14 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
7.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
191 - 355 yards (175 - 325 m)
S, M, L, XL
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for €8.00.

If you’re looking for that one piece that looks expensive but feels like wearing a cloud, this is it.
I designed this pattern because I wanted a sweater that is both cozy and feminine. Thanks to the Kid Silk yarn, the result is super light, airy, and has that high-end, boutique look. It’s the kind of piece you can wear with jeans for a coffee date or over a dress for a romantic summer night.
Thanks to the larger needle size, this is a fast project—you can have it finished and ready to wear in just one to two weeks.

• The narrowed waist and structured sleeves offer a flattering, boutique-style fit that perfectly balances today’s trends with timeless elegance.

• Beginners friendly:
Don’t be intimidated! The instructions are well-structured with step-by-step photos to guide you through every stage.
If you get stuck or aren’t sure about a certain stitch, just click the tutorial videos included for every single technique.


• PLEASE NOTE:
This listing is for a DIGITAL knitting pattern (PDF) — not a finished garment.


• PATTERN LANGUAGE:
English only
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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD INCLUDES:
Metric Version (EU): All measurements are indicated in centimeters (cm) and use metric needle sizes (mm).

Imperial Version (US): Fully adapted for the United States, with measurements in inches and standard US needle sizes.
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• SKILL LEVEL:
Advanced Beginner / Intermediate, Clear written instructions, Short knitting tutorial videos for beginners included.


• YARN:
Drops Kid-Silk (or any Lace weight mohair-silk blend).
Composition: 75% Mohair, 25% Silk
Unit weight: 25 g / 0.88 oz (one ball)
Length: approx. 210 m / 230 yds

The yarn is held double, so that two strands work as one.

Approx.
S size - 6-7 balls per sweater
M size - 7-8 balls per sweater
L size - 10-11 balls per sweater
XL sieze - 12-13 balls per sweater
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• KNITTING NEEDLES:
7 mm circular needles, 80/100 cm long / US 10.5 circular needles, 32”/40” long
3.5 mm circular needles, 80/100 cm long / US 4 circular needles, 32”/40” long
7 mm circular needles, 30 cm long / US 10.5 circular needles, 12” long
3.5 mm 4 pcs double-pointed needles or small circular needles / US 4 set of 4 double-pointed needles

Tip: Interchangeable needle sets are recommended for convenience.
The length listed refers to needle + cable. A cable approx. 5 cm / 2” shorter will also work.
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• GAUGE:
14 sts x 18 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm / 4” x 4”
Stockinette stitch, using 7 mm / US 10.5 needles
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• SIZES & FIT:
This pattern includes instructions for S, M, L and XL sizes.
Each size is available as a separate PDF to make the instructions easier to follow.

This sweater is designed with a form-fitting waist, so please review the measurements carefully before you begin. If needed, you can modify the length by adding or removing rows, making sure to follow the established shaping rhythm of the pattern.

• CM - Sweater part measurements (approx.) : S | M | L | XL
Shoulders: 43 cm | 48.5 cm | 53cm | 60cm
Total Length: 57 cm | 64.5 cm | 67.8cm | 71cm
Waist: 25cm -> stretched 33cm | 29cm -> stretched 38cm | 34cm -> stretched 44cm | 40cm -> stretched 50cm

• INCHES - Sweater part measurements (approx.) : S | M | L | XL
Shoulders: 17” | 19” | 20.8” | 23.6”
Total Length: 22.4” | 25.5 cm | 26.5 | 28”
Waist: 9.8” -> stretched 13” | 11.4” -> stretched 15” | 13.4” -> stretched 17.3” | 15.7” -> stretched 19.7”

Model in the photos is 164 cm / 5’5” tall, usually wears size S, and is wearing the sweater knitted according to the S pattern.
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• TERMS OF USE:
This knitting pattern is for personal use only.
Copying, sharing, selling, distributing, or modifying this pattern or any part of it is not permitted.
Please do not disclose or share the stitches or techniques used in this pattern.
You may sell finished items made using this pattern.
When posting or listing finished pieces, please credit me as the designer.
Mass production is not allowed.