The Agate Sweater

DESIGNER’S NOTES

• The Agate Sweater combines modern minimalism with effortless elegance. Featuring a graceful boat neckline, relaxed three-quarter sleeves, and delicate decorative edging at the neckline, cuffs, and hem, this seamless, top-down raglan offers a refined alternative to traditional sweater designs. Created with beginners in mind, its straightforward construction and breathable cotton fabric make it a lightweight, versatile staple for effortless, everyday wear.

INCLUDED

• Item is a digital knitting pattern file containing written instructions, video tutorials, a stitch glossary, and more.

Language:

• English.

SIZE & FITFit:

• The Agate Sweater is designed with a relaxed, slightly oversized fit, featuring approximately 10-12″ of positive ease (exact ease is 9.6″-11.7″).

Sizes:

• XXS-5XL.

Finished Bust Circumference:

• 36.7″ (39.5″, 44.2″, 47.1″, 50.8″, 54.6″, 59.3″, 64.0″, 67.8″, 71.5″).

Sizing guide provided within pattern.

• This sweater is designed with a straight, slightly cropped silhouette, maintaining the same bust circumference through to the hips without bust or waist shaping. The neckline is worked without neck shaping, creating the sweater’s distinctive

boat neckline

• , while also keeping the construction simple and approachable. Classic raglan shaping forms the yoke, and the sleeves are gently tapered with periodic decreases before finishing at a flattering 3/4 length. The fit is relaxed with 10–12″ of positive ease, and length adjustments can easily be made using the provided instructions. Worked straight from chest to hem with no waist or bust shaping, the fit is modern, flattering, and well suited for unisex wear.

SKILL

• Advanced-Beginners (& first-time sweater knitters).

Video tutorials included.

• This knitting pattern is designed especially for first-time sweater knitters looking to take the next step in their knitting journey. With straightforward raglan construction and no short rows, The Agate Sweater offers a calm, approachable introduction to garment knitting without unnecessary complexity. Clear written instructions and accompanying video tutorials guide you through each step, making this a satisfying and confidence-building first knit sweater project.

View Skill ClassificationsGAUGE

• 17 sts x 26 rnds = 4″ (10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch on U.S. 8 (5 mm) needles, blocked.

MATERIALS

• Knitting pattern includes linked shopping list.

Yarn:

• Medium/Worsted-Weight (Category 4)

Needles:

• U.S. Size 8 (5mm)

Yardage:

• 625 (700, 875, 1000, 1125, 1275, 1475, 1675, 1850, 2050)

CONSTRUCTION

• Knitted seamlessly in the round, top-down (raglan)