Meet your next go-to sweater for chilly days — the Freeze Frame Knit Sweater. This top-down color block design combines warmth, comfort, and simple stitches in a project that’s as relaxing to make as it is rewarding to wear. The gentle fade of colors creates a soft gradient effect while the folded collar and puffed sleeves add just the right touch of coziness.

Worked seamlessly in worsted-weight yarn, this sweater knits up quickly with a flattering, easy-to-wear fit. With clear instructions and approachable construction, it’s a satisfying make for adventurous beginners ready to knit their first sweater — or for experienced knitters looking for a calm, confidence-boosting project.

You can also view full pattern free on my blog.

More cozy women’s sweater patterns you’ll love:

Threaded Raglan Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/threaded-raglan-...

Color Divide Knit Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/color-divide-kni...

Trio Sweater: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/trio-sweater-2

/PATTERN DETAILS

• XS to 5XL
• Beginner
• Worked seamlessly from the top down with a circular yoke
• Folded collar, simple increases, ribbed cuffs and hem
• Techniques used / special stitches: RLI increase, picking up stitches, folded collar (all explained in detail in the pattern)
• Illustrated step-by-step photos

/MATERIALS

• 5 mm / US 8 and 4 mm / US 6 circular knitting needles
• Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease (85g, 80% acrylic, 20% wool, 197 yds / 180 m): you will need:
o 1 skein in Natural Heather 620-098
o 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (2, 2, 2, 3) skeins in Blush Heather 620-140
o 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins in Rose heather 620-104
o 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) (4, 4, 5, 5) skeins in Dark Rose Heather 620-139
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Stitch holders or spare cable / scrap yarn