Diamond Canvas Sweater by City Farmhouse Studio

Diamond Canvas Sweater

Knitting
January 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
21 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1230 - 2050 yards (1125 - 1875 m)
Size: XS (S, M, L, XL) [2X, 3X, 4X, 5X]
English
This pattern is available for free.

Knit a gorgeous, textured sweater with this easy-to-follow pattern! The Diamond Canvas Sweater is a classic garment featuring a striking central Brioche Stitch panel on the front and back, and I-cord edge finishing.
Perfect for confident beginners, this pattern uses flat pieces and minimal shaping for a straightforward, rewarding project. Instructions for XS through 5X. Pattern includes a link to a YouTube tutorial

Pattern Details

  • Craft: Hand Knitting
  • Skill Level: Intermediate (Great first garment for confident beginners).
  • Sizing: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X. Finished Garment Bust Width: 19.25 (20.75, 22.25, 24.5, 26.5) 28.75, 30.25, 33.25, 35.25 inches.
  • Needle Type: Straight or Circular Needles (worked flat in pieces).
  • Construction: Bottom-up, minimal shaping.
  • Stitch Techniques: Brioche Stitch (fully charted and written), I-Cord Edging.

Yarn & Gauge

  • Recommended Yarn: Loops & Thread Luxe Merino (or any equivalent) - 5.3oz/150g - 410yd/375m - 55% Superwash Merino, 45% Acrylic - Category 3 Lt/DK - 12 WPI - 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) 4, 5, 5, 5
  • Needle Sizes: US 5/3.75 mm
  • Gauge: 4” x 4” = 21 sts x 27 rows of stockinette