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This pattern has been technically edited and tested.

Inspired by Morse code, this top-down polo features slipped stitches that form subtle dots, dashes, and stripes. Choose one main colour and two contrast colours to create your own unique combination. With options for short or long sleeves, you can create a version that suits your style and the seasons.

CONSTRUCTION

Morse Polo is worked seamlessly from the top down. The yoke is worked with raglan increases and German short rows to shape the neckline. When the base of the button band is reached, the button bands are worked in double knitting and joined. The yoke is then worked in the round and continued with raglan increases to the underarm. At the underarm, sleeve stitches are placed on hold while the body is worked in the round to the desired length. Sleeves are worked in the round. Finally, stitches are picked up along the neckline and worked flat to complete the collar.

DOWNLOAD

An optional sleeve tracker for the long sleeve version (Long_Sleeve_Tracker.pdf) is included as an additional PDF download to help track decrease rounds.

SIZE GUIDE

Choose a size with approx. 10-14 cm / 4-5½“ positive ease for a more fitted look, or 14-18 cm / 5½-7” positive ease for a more relaxed fit, especially for the long sleeve version.

Sample 1 (short sleeves) is shown in size 1 with 12.5 cm / 5” of positive ease.
Sample 2 (long sleeves) is shown as an alternate yarn sample.

SIZES

1 (2, 3, 4)(5, 6, 7)(8, 9)

FINISHED BUST CIRCUMFERENCE

95.5 (101, 106, 111.5)(118.5, 128.5, 137.5)(148, 156.5) cm /
37¾ (39¾, 39¾, 43¾)(46½, 50¾, 54)(58¼, 61½)“

GAUGE

23 stitches and 34 rows = 10 cm / 4” in stitch pattern for swatching, using 3.5 mm / US 4 needle.

YARN RQUIREMENTS

Yarn requirements are estimates and may vary depending on your yarn choice, individual gauge, and any modifications made to the pattern. Additional yarn may be needed for adjustments to body or sleeve length.

Sample 1 – Short Sleeve Version
Biches & Bûches Le Petit Lambswool
(100% Lambswool; 248 m / 272 yards per 50g)

MC – Soft Blue Black
3 (3, 3, 3)(3, 4, 4)(4, 5) skeins
or approx.
545 (575, 600, 680)(735, 810, 890)(965, 1070) m /
595 (630, 655, 745)(805, 885, 975)(1055, 1170) yds

CC1 – Light Grey (1 skein)
or approx.
75 (80, 85, 95)(105, 115, 125)(140, 155) m /
80 (85, 95, 105)(115, 125, 135)(155, 170) yds

CC2 – Light Brown (1 skein)
or approx.
110 (125, 130, 140)(155, 175, 190)(205, 230) m /
120 (135, 140, 155)(170, 190, 210)(225, 250) yds

Long Sleeve Version (estimated)
Biches & Bûches Le Petit Lambswool

MC – Soft Blue Black
4 (4, 4, 4)(5, 5, 5)(6, 6) skeins
or approx.
835 (875, 905, 980)(1060, 1140, 1225)(1340, 1480) m /
915 (955, 990, 1070)(1160, 1245, 1340)(1465, 1620) yds

CC1 – Light Grey (1 skein)
or approx.
115 (125, 130, 135)(150, 165, 175)(190, 210) m /
125 (135, 140, 150)(165, 180, 190)(210, 230) yds

CC2 – Light Brown
1 ( 1, 1, 1)(1, 1, 2)(2, 2) skein(s)
or approx.
175 (190, 195, 205)(225, 245, 265)(285, 315) m /
190 (210, 215, 225)(245, 270, 290)(310, 345) yds

Sample 2 – Long Sleeve Version
Lana Grossa Cashmere 16 Fine
(80% Virgin wool Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Polyamide; 320 m / 350 yards per 50g)

MC: 015 Light Grey
CC1: 036 Clam
CC2: 001 Rosewood

This sample was knitted as an alternate yarn version. Due to differences in yarn characteristics and gauge, the finished measurements has a smaller circumference than intended. For the intended fit, select a yarn that matches the specified blocked gauge of 23 sts × 34 rows = 10 cm / 4”.

NEEDLES

3 mm / US 2.5 circular needle, 60 cm / 24” or longer, for neckband, button bands, hem and cuffs.
3.5 mm / US 4 circular needle, 60 cm / 24” or longer, for body and sleeves.
Optional: (One set of 3.5 mm / US 4 DPNs or a longer circular needle for working sleeves in the round and for joining button band stitches)

NOTIONS

3 x 15 mm (5/8”) buttons; locking stitch markers; stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle.

CREDITS

Special thanks to Naoko Ogawa (Strands of Life) for her careful review and expert tech editing.

My heartfelt thanks to a wonderful team of test knitters who generously shared their time, skills and thoughtful feedback to help refine this pattern and improve its clarity:

Natalie, Caroline, Yuki, Rita, Eve, Eunjung, Wai Kuan, Mel, Christina, Iventy, Tania, Stéphanie, Mari, Sally, Maren, Simone, Joyce, Ela

Special thanks to Biches & Bûches for generously supporting this design with their beautiful yarn. Yarn kits will be available on their website from 19 July 2026.

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