Prepare for cosmic cuteness with the “CATS ATTACK!” Sweater! This top-down sweater features playful colorwork showcasing cats being abducted by UFOs, surrounded by alien heads and interstellar vibes. Designed for comfort and style, it includes 2-4 inches of positive ease for a relaxed, slightly loose fit. Whether you’re knitting for a space-obsessed friend or yourself, this whimsical sweater is sure to be a conversation starter!

Sizes and Measurements

This pattern offers 4 sizes:
Small: Chest circumference 36”
Medium: Chest circumference 40”
Large: Chest circumference 44”
X-Large: Chest circumference 48”
Designed with 2-4 inches of positive ease, choose the size that matches your chest measurement plus your preferred ease for a relaxed fit.

Gauge

Stockinette Stitch (US 6 / 4 mm needles): 20 stitches x 28 rows = 4”
Colorwork Chart Pattern (US 6 / 4 mm needles): 24 stitches x 30 rows = 4”
To ensure an accurate fit, knit and block swatches for both stockinette and the pattern chart. Adjust needle size as needed. Note: Yarn stretch may alter measurements during blocking.

Materials Needed

Yarn: Lion Brand Truboo (lightweight 3)

Main Color (MC): Thistle
2 skeins (Small)
3 skeins (Medium/Large)
4 skeins (X-Large)
Contrasting Color (CC): Celery
1 skein (Small/Medium)
2 skeins (Large/X-Large)

Needles:

US 5 (3.75 mm) circular needles for collar, lower body, and ribbing
US 6 (4 mm) circular needles for body and sleeves
Notions:

Stitch markers (helpful in different colors)
Stitch holders or waste yarn
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Pattern Notes

The sweater is knit top-down, starting with the collar and working through a circular yoke that incorporates fun colorwork. The yoke features multiple stages with increasing stitch counts to accommodate the chart’s UFO and cat abduction motifs. The body and sleeves are separated after the yoke, and optional shaping is provided for a customized fit.

This pattern has not been formally tested

Customization Tips:

Adjust body and sleeve lengths as needed—perfect for long sweaters or cropped looks!
If desired, include waist shaping or tapered sleeves to match your style.
This colorwork chart is perfect for knitters familiar with stranded knitting. Beginners to colorwork can practice floats and tension, as the design is forgiving and fun (but beware the tricky nature of Truboo yarn)!

Get ready to knit a masterpiece that’s out of this world!