Topdals sweater (pattern)

The Topdals Sweater is a beautiful raglan sweater knitted in Viking Wool. It is worked from the bottom up using six colours. The pattern is available in seven sizes, and the sweater shown in the photos is knitted in size L.

The Topdals Sweater combines classic Nordic colourwork with raglan shaping for a comfortable fit and a clean, timeless look. Viking Wool is a soft and durable Highland merino wool yarn that provides warmth and comfort for everyday wear as well as outdoor activities. The colourwork is repeated on the body, sleeves and yoke, creating a balanced and elegant design.

The pattern is available in Norwegian, English, German, Danish and Swedish.

Sizes

XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL

Measurements

Bust circumference: 84 (93) 101 (110) 118 (126) 135 cm

Full length: 58 (60) 62 (64) 66 (67)    68 cm

Sleeve length: 43 (45) 47 (48) 49 (49)  50 cm

Neck circumference: 42 (44) 46 (48) 51 (51) 53 cm

Gauge

19 stitches x 24 rounds = 10 x 10 cm

NOTE: Needle size is only a guide. If you get too many stitches on 10 cm, change to a larger needle size. If you get too few stitches on 10 cm, change to a smaller needle size

Needles

Double-pointed needles (dpns): 3.5 mm and 4.5 mm

Circular needles: 40 cm and 80 cm, 3.5 mm and 4.5 mm

Yarn and yarn amounts

Viking Wool, 100 % Highland merino wool. Yardage per skein 50 grams = 100 meters

Colour 527 Jeans Blue, 350 (400) 400 (450) 450 (500) 500 g

Colour 534 Green, 50 g

Colour 507 Light beige, 50 g

Colour 545 Yellow, 50 g

Colour 517 Charcoal, 50 g

Colour 501 Light Grey tweed, 50 g

Knitting the Topdals sweater

The Topdals sweater is knitted in the round, which means that instead of knitting back and forth in rows, you’ll be working in continuous circles to create a seamless garment. Knitting in the round is an efficient technique that eliminates the need for side seams, giving the jumper a smooth, even finish.