Free knitting patterns for pullover sweaters with a cowl or turtleneck collar. Updated 5/16/23.
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Free Patterns
Andromeda Cowl Neck Sweater
Mid thigh length pullover with split sides and a wide cowl collar knit in 2 row repeat Half Fisherman’s Rib. Sizes Bust: 34 (38, 42, 48, 52, 56)”. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Designed by Rae Blackledge for Premier Yarns.
Mere
Cozy women's pullover sweater with deep ribbed cowl neck knit in in pieces from the bottom up. Sizes: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)". Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Berroco Design Team.
Wonderful Wooly Sweater
Women's pullover sweater with cowl neck knit in brioche for a soft and stretchy texture. Knit in top down in the round. Sizes: To Fit Bust: 81cm to 112cm /32 in. to 45 in. Quick knit in Chunky weight yarn. Wonderful Wooly Sweater designed by Paintbox Yarns.
Portia Sweater
Women's pullover sweater or pullover with cowl neck and garter rib detail. Sizes: To Fit Bust: 92cm to 124cm /37 in. to 49 in. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Rita Taylor for Artesano.
Chainlink Pullover
Women's pullover sweater with cowl neck and sleeve hems in garter rib. Sizes: Chest: 48 (51½, 54, 57¾)” oversized fit. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Cheryl Murray for Cascade Yarns.
Scoop Cowl Neck Pullover
Women's sweater or pullover vest that's great for layering with a dramatic ribbed cowl neck and braided cables. Sizes: 29 in to 55 in /72 to 137 cm. DK weight yarn. Elle 6922 designed by Saprotex International Design Studio.
Brioche Pullover
Pullover poncho style pullover with cowl neck knit with a 4 row repeat brioche stitch. Sizes: Small Medium Large Extra Large. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Shirley Rhyne for Mary Maxim
Bon Ton Sweater
Pullover sweater with turtleneck knit with 4 row repeat Garter Rib Stitch. Knit flat with minimal shaping. One stated size (42) with instructions to how to increase and decrease the size. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Chiara Sesia for SESIA TRICOT. Available in English and Italian
Belinda Sweater
Pullover sweater with striped cowl neck, sleeves and hem trim. Sizes To Fit Bust: 88cm to 119cm. Designed by Anniken Allis. Fingering weight yarn.
Ashwood Sweater
Turtleneck pullover sweater with stunning cable design. Sizes 36[39.75, 43.5, 46.5, 49.25, 53, 56] inches / 91.5[101, 110.5, 118, 125, 134.5, 142] cm. Designed by Calista Yoo for Knitty. Bulky weight yarn.
More Free Patterns
Neptune Sweater
Funnel neck pullover sweater with vertical stripes inspired by Poseidon's trident. Sizes Chest circumference: 96 (107) 117 (128) cm. Designed by Gitte Juhler for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Wyatt
Turtleneck sweater in tunic length knit flat in 14 row repeat cable pattern. Sizes Bust: (37½, 41½, 45½) 48, 52, 57 {60½, 63½, 68½}” / (95.5, 105.5, 115.5) 122, 132, 145 {153.5, 161.5, 174} cm. Designed by Berroco Design Team. Worsted weight yarn.
Streifzug (Ramble) Sweater
Turtle neck A-Line pullover with with stripes worked as a variation of two color Brioche using only 1 color per round. Sizes Bust: 80 cm - 118 cm. Designed by Edith Frank. Available in English and German
Metropolis Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover sweater with generous ribbing and a ribbled cowl neck. Sizes 31 (33.25, 36, 38.5, 41.25, 45.25) 48, 52, 56, 60, 64“ circumference at bust. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Designed by Tanis Lavallee.
Ribbed Collar Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover sweater with a wide ribbed cowl collar and flattering ribbed hip section. Knit flat. Great showcase for self-striping or gradient yarns. Sizes Finished Bust: 40 (43, 49, 52, 58)” [101.5 (109, 124.5, 132, 147.5) cm]. Designed by Beth Whiteside for Yarnspirations. Worsted weight yarn.
Callie Sweater
Simple pullover pattern knit from the bottom up and topped with a deep, cozy funnel cowl neck. Rated easy by Ravelrers. SizesBust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)”. Designed by Berroco Design Team. Worsted weight yarn.
Cassia Sweater
Flattering and easy to wear, this oversized drop-sleeved pullover is knit with 4 row repeat moss stitch and ribbing. Sizes Bust - 44(48-52-56-60-64-68)“. Designed by Berroco Design Team. Aran weight yarn.
Sofi Sweater
Cabled pullover with cowl neck and long sleeves knit flat. Sizes XS to XXL, 34.5 in to 50.5 in (88 cm to 128 cm). Designed by Sari Nordlund. DK weight yarn. Named after Sofi Oksanen who is best known for her novel Purge
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.
Francis Revisited Sweater
Pullover sweater features a cowl neck, seed stitch details, and elbow length sleeves. Top down construction that’s a fairly easy pattern in worsted weight. Designed by Beth Silverstein Sizes: XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X). Pictured project by adrienneknits
Patterns for Purchase
Woman's Tunic Sweater
No longer free. Pullover sweater with textured stripe and cowl neck collar. Sizes To Fit Bust 32/34", 36/38"", 40/42"", 44/46"", 48/50"", 52/54". Woman's Tunic Sweater in Sirdar Harrap Tweed Chunky (8012). Chunky weight yarn.
Mystic Pullover
Free with Kindle Unlimited. This sweater by Melissa LaBarre features a cowl neck, zigzag cables, and pockets at the seams. Sizes 34 (38, 42½, 46½, 50)”. One of the patterns in New England Knits: Timeless Knitwear with a Modern Twist. This book is available for free if you have Kindle Unlimited. Otherwise available for purchase
Roll Neck Side Split Sweater
With three kinds of cable, this long-line sweater features an exaggerated roll neck and generous sleeves. Sizes 81/86cm 32/34", 91/97cm 36/38". 102/107 cm 40/42", 112/117 cm 44/46", 122/127 cm 48/50", 132/137cm 52/54". Aran weight yarn. Roll Neck Side Split Sweater In Hayfield Bonus Aran - Sirdar 10326.
Hamiltonian Sweater
Pullover sweater with cables and cowl neck. Written and charted instructions are included for either working in the round or for knitting flat and seaming. Sizes for a roomy fit Chest: 42 (49, 56)(63, 70)” 107 (124.5, 142)(160, 178) cm. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Kathryn Folkerth
Milana Sweater and Cowl
Pullover crew neck sweater with matching cowl, featuring cables on the body and sleeve with seed stitch texture. Sizes Bust: 84 (92, 100, 108, 116, 124, 136, 148, 160) cm/33 (36.25, 39.25, 42.5, 45.75, 48.75, 53.5, 58.25, 63)“. DK weight yarn. Designed by Linda Marveng
Cloudy Sunday Tunic
This pullover sweater with a big, dramatic cowl and short sleeves. Quick knit in bulky yarn and mostly one piece. Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL)
Such a Winter's Day Pullover
Long-sleeved sweater with a cowl collar and a texture created through a simple combination of knit and purl stitches. The body can be made straight, as shown, or if you prefer a more traditional fit, waist shaping is provided as an option. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Heidi Kirrmaier
