The main stitch pattern for these pullover and cardigan sweaters is a 2 row repeat, to create a nice texturet that's also perfect for multi-tasking knitting. Updated 6/29/24
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Free Patterns
Cambern Sweater
Women's pullover knit with a 2 row repeat Eyelets and Ripples stitch that creates a naturally wavy hem. Bust: 33 to 49" / 90 to 124 cm. Designed by Kathy Zimmerman. Worsted weight yarn.
Sydney
Women's long-sleeved pullover knit flat with a 2 row repeat seeded rib stitch with flattering scoop neck, drop shoulders and fitted sleeves. Bust: 35½ to 77" / 90 to 195.5 cm. Designed by Alison Green for Berroco. DK weight yarn.
Winter Park Pullover
Long-sleeved pullover knit flat with a 2 row repeat seed stitch and a wide ribbed collar. Finished Bust 44 (50) in. (112 (127) cm) Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand. Super Bulky weight yarn.
Covington Sweater
Long-sleeved v-neck pullover knit flat with a two row repeat texture stitch. Designed by Melissa Leapman for Cascade Yarns. Sizes Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X). Aran weight yarn.
Marina
Women's long-sleeved pullover with a high low hem. Knit flat with a 2 row repeat seeded rib stitch. Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64)" Designed by Amy Gunderson for Universal Yarn. DK weight yarn.
Sempione Sweater
Easy cropped sweater features a two row repeat texture stitch. Designed by Amy Palmer for Berroco. Sizes Bust – 36(40-44-48-52-56-60)”Bust – 36(40-44-48-52-56-60)”. Aran weight yarn.
Winter Clouds Tunic
Long-sleeved pullover sweater with funnel neck knit with a 2 row repeat Broken Rib and stockinette. Designed by Gayle Bunn for Yarnspirations. Sizes XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Super Bulky weight yarn.
Bay Street Pullover
This openwork sweater features a two row repeat lace pattern, side vents and a boat neck. Designed by Alexandra Tavel for Two of Wands. Sizes XS/S, M/L, XL/XXL. A kit is also available.
More Free Patterns
Garrison Creek Cardigan
Long-sleeved cropped cardigan sweater knit with a 2 row repeat shaker rib. Knit flat seamed. Women's Size XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Julia Madill for Yarnspirations.
Bold Angles Pullover
Long-sleeved color-blocked pullover sweater knit with a 2 row repeat Shaker Rib. Subtle blouson sleeves, a split hem and fully fashioned raglan decreases are fun to knit and flattering to wear. Sizes available: Sizes XS/S (M/L / XL / 2/3XL / 4/5XL). Designed by Red Heart. Use the recommended Red Heart® Heat Wave™ that is activated by sunlight for extra warmth. Worsted weight yarn.
3 Color Sweater
Long-sleeved color-blocked pullover knit in stockinette with a 2 row repeat rice stitch. Knit flat seamed. Women's Size XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Komorebi Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover knit in stockinette with a 2 row repeat slipped stitch texture panel. Knit seamlessly from the bottom up. Sizes available: S (M, L, XL) - Bust 36”/92cm (40”/101cm, 43”/109cm, 46”/117cm). Designed by Life Is Cozy.
Sixty Years
Long-sleeved pullover knit in a 2 row repeat Broken Rib stitch for the body with a rib stitch and stockinette folded collar and sleeves. Knit seamlessly from the top down. DK weight yarn. Designed by Wollweg Knits.
Elation Sweater
Cowl neck pullover knit in a 2 row repeat Twisted Rib stitch. Sizes To Fit Bust: 94cm/37in to 114cm/45in. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sue Hanmore for Artesano.
Silver Birch Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit flat in a 2 row repeat Birch Stitch with wide front edging knit in the same stitch but placed horizontally. Sizes Bust: 34 (38, 42, 46, 49½, 54)”. Designed by Rae Blackledge. DK weight yarn.
Twisted Rib Top
Easy sleeveless top or vest with a two row repeat twisted rib stitch. Sizes Small – XX Large. Designed by Cathy Payson
Penelope’s Cardigan
Long-sleeved A-line sweater knit in a 2 row repeat Garter Rib. Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X). Bulky yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson for Universal Yarns.
Patterns for Purchase
Brancaster Sweater
Pullover that's great project for an adventurous beginner knitter, using a 2 row repeat knit and purl pattern with a rolled edge neckline. Knitted flat and seamed, the pattern is written line by line, and worked in aran weight yarn that knits up fast. Sizes: To Fit Bust: 81cm to 117cm (32in to 46in). Designed by Debbie Bliss.
Textured Sweater
Long sleeved pullover with boat neck knit with what looks to me like a 2 row repeat. Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2-X, 3X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Andi Javori. One of the patterns in Knit Cardigans - 12 Luxurious Sweaters will Become Everyday Favorites from Leisure Arts (which includes pullovers so I'm not sure why it's title says Cardigans).
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Cottage Cardigan
(There is no longer a free version of this pattern) Long-sleeved sweater knit with a 2 row repeat. Knit flat seamed. Women's Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X). Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Whistle and Wool.
Galore Sweater
Pullover knit top down in a two-round repeat that uses slip stitches every other round to create firm vertical lines. Ombre effect created by using 5 colors that with a gradient transition. 11 Womens Sizes: 34/36/38/40/42/44/46/48/50/52/54". DK weight yarn. Designed by Stephanie Earp.
Swinging on the Gate Sweater
Pullover with separate cowl knit in 2 row repeat linen stitch on the bias to form a large plaid design. Sizes to fit bust S: 82-89 cm / 32-35 in; M: 90-97 cm / 35.5-38 in; L: 98-107 cm / 38.5-42 in; XL: 108-119 cm / 42.5-47 in; XXL: 120-131 cm / 47-51.5 in. Great for stash and scrap yarn! DK weight yarn. Designed by Susanne Daum
Delicious Toast Sweater
Side-buttoned pullover worked overall in a 3 stitch by 2 row repeating Garter Rib, trimmed with stretches of basic Garter. This is a top down knit with almost no seaming. Sizes Bust 32¾, 36½, 39¼, 44¼, 48, 51¾ , 55½" / 83.2, 92.7, 99.7, 112.4, 121.9, 131.4, 141 cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Deb Hoss.
Easy Four Score Sweater
Beginner-friendly pattern according to designer. Knit flat in four pieces, on two straight needles, in 4x4 rib. Back and front are the same pattern and joined to form the funnel-shaped neck. It looks like there is no picking up of stitches. Sizes Bust 34/37.5/41/45/49/52.75". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Stephanie Earp.
