Kingsburg Keyhole Pullover by Pairs Well With Knitting

Kingsburg Keyhole Pullover

Knitting
April 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 25 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
766 - 1312 yards (700 - 1200 m)
1, 2, 3, (4, 5, 6) [7, 8, 9] {10, 11, 12}
English
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About
Inspired by the serene beauty of Kingsburg Beach, Nova Scotia, this elegant raglan sweater features a captivating keyhole detail at the back neckline. Knit seamlessly top-down, the neckline is worked flat, creating a slightly rolled hem that transitions into comfortable ribbing. Raglan lines gracefully frame the yoke, while thoughtful increases shape a flattering silhouette. The keyhole is cleverly incorporated into the back, with short rows creating a beautiful shape.

Suggested Styling
Effortless Chic: Pair with your favourite jeans and a crisp white blouse, popping the collar to highlight the neckline’s clean lines.
Romantic Flair: Layer over a camisole to showcase the keyhole detail, and complete the look with a flowing skirt.

Yarn Pairings
This pattern works well with a variety of yarns:
Unspun Yarn (held double): Creates a unique, rustic texture.
Aran Weight Yarn: Offers a classic, substantial feel.
Worsted Weight Yarn (held with a lace weight): Provides a delightful combination of warmth and drape.

Techniques Used and Video Tutorials
Knitting flat
M1L and M1R
M1LP and M1RP Left and Right Leaning Increases on the Wrong Side
German Short Rows and Resolving GSRs
Pick-up Stitches Video Tutorial
Add a Button Loop

Size Guide
The Kingsburg Keyhole Pullover is designed for a tailored fit with 2 to 5 cm ¾ to 2 inches of positive ease. This means the finished garment will measure slightly larger than your body measurements. To determine your size, measure your bust and compare it to the specifications chart. For instance, if your bust measures 112 cm 44 inches, you should choose size 5. The size 5 has a finished bust circumference of 114 cm (44 ½ inches), resulting in 2 cm ¾ inch of positive ease.

Sweater Measurements
A. Finished Bust Circumference: 91, 93, 97 (108, 114, 122) 127, 133, 137 {143, 148, 153} cm
35 ¾, 37 ¼, , 38 ¾ (43, 44 ½, 48) 50, 52 ½ , 54 {56 ¼, 58 ¼, 60 ¼} inches
B. Body Length (from underarm to end of hem)
29, 29, 29 (29, 29, 29) 30, 30, 30 {31, 31, 31} cm
11 ½, 11 ½, 11 ½ (11 ½, 11 ½, 11 ½) 11 ¾, 11 ¾, 11 ¾) {12 ¼, 12 ¼, 12 ¼} inches
C. Sleeve (from underarm to end of hem)
43, 43, 43 (43, 43, 43) 44, 44, 44 {44, 44, 44} cm
17, 17, 17 (17, 17, 17) 17 ½, 17 ½, 17 ½ {17 ½, 17 ½, 17 ½ } inches
D. Yoke Depth
20, 20, 20 (22, 22, 22) 24, 24, 24 {26, 26, 26} cm
8, 8, 8 (8 ¾, 8 ¾, 8 ¾ ) 9 ½, 9 ½, 9 ½ {9 ¾, 9 ¾, 9 ¾ } inches

Specifications
Sizes: 1, 2, 3 (4, 5, 6) 7, 8, 9 {10, 11, 12}
To Fit Bust Circumference: 86.5, 91.5, 96.5 (106.5, 112, 117) 122, 127, 132 {137, 142, 147.5} cm 34, 36, 38 (42, 44, 46) 48, 50, 52 {54, 56, 58} inches
Gauge: 16 sts x 25 rows = 10 x 10cm 4 x 4 inches in stockinette stitch using the larger needle
Needles:
3.5 mm US 4 / 40 cm 16 inch needles or DPNs AND
3.5 mm US 4 / 80 cm 32 inch needles
4.0 mm US 6 / 40 cm 16 inch needles or DPNs AND
4.0 mm US 6 / 80 cm 32 inch needles
OR suitable needle size to obtain gauge

Materials:
9 stitch markers (including 1 unique marker to mark the beginning of the round), tapestry needle, large stitch holders or waste yarn, 1 button

Yarn Suggestions and Quantities:
1 strand Aran weight yarn
350, 350, 350 (400, 450, 450) 450 500, 500 {550, 550, 600}g Varde Pelsullgarn by Hillesvåg OR

1 strand DK weight yarn held together with mohair
300, 300, 300 (350, 350, 350) 400, 400, 400) {500, 500, 500}g Tinde Pelsullgarn by Hillesvåg AND
100, 100, 100 (125, 125, 125) 150, 150, 150 {200, 200, 200}g Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting for Olive OR

2 unspun yarns held together
350, 350, 350 (400, 450, 450) 450, 500, 500) {550, 550, 600}g Forgarn by Hillesvåg