Short sleeved pullover top knitting patterns. Updated 4/27/23
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Free Patterns
Playful Breeze Tee
Tee top pullover sweater knit with 1 round repeat Slanting Turkish Rib and garter stitch. Sizes S - 4XL. DK weight yarn. Web version is free. A printable pdf is available on Etsy. Designed by Rachel Carson Hill.
Mitered Ridges Top
Short-sleeved tee pullover top that uses decrease to create mitered ridges and diagonal eyelets. Knit flat in 4 pieces. Sizes: Finished Bust 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) in. (86.5 (96.5, 106.5, 117, 127) cm). Designed by Lion Brand. DK weight yarn.
Afternoon Tee
Short-sleeved pullover knit with an 8 row repeat lace stitch and 2 row repeat Garter Rib trim. Knit flat and seamed. DK weight yarn. Designed by Melissa Leapman. This pattern was featured in Season 10 of Knit and Crochet Now! and is free with registration at Annie’s
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Anjou
Cap sleeves and a cute cinched cowl collar create an adorable short-sleeved tee pullover top. Sizes: Women’s X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X. Designed by Berroco Design Team. DK weight yarn. Pictured project by kionemily.
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- Get the recommended Berroco Pure Pima DK at Loveknitting (30+ colors!)
Onyx
Short-sleeved pullover top features an open lace bodice, vertical waist shape darts and cables on the sides. The pullover is worked from the top down seamlessly with raglan seams. Sizes: 33.5 (36.8, 40.8, 44, 48)”/ 85 (93.5, 103.6, 111.8, 122) cm. Designed by Ayako Monier. DK weight yarn.
Diane
Short-sleeved tee pullover is knit sideways with a 4 row repeat lace design across the sleeves and neck. Sizes: Bust—36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)” Designed by Berroco Design Team. Uses one of my favorite yarns!
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- Get the recommended Berroco Modern Cotton DK at Loveknitting (27 colors!)
Circular Yoke Summer Shirt
Short-sleeved pullover knit in the round from the bottom up with pretty yoke decreases, gentle waist shaping, and no-fuss finishing.. Sizes: 32 (34 3/4, 36 1/2, 38 3/4, 40 1/2, 42 3/4, 44 1/2, 46 1/4) From Purl Soho
Blissful Tee
Short-sleeved pullover with lace yoke with a 4-row repeat pattern. Sizes: S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X From Universal Yarn
Lacy Tee
Short-sleeved pullover with lace front panel in an 11 stitch 8 row repeat on a reverse stockinette. Sizes: X-Small (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large)
More Free Patterns
Gemini
Jane Richmond designed this versatile top with a lace panel that can be worn in back or in front. XS [S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X]
Beachcomber
Jane Gaddy designed this seamless sweater knit from the top down with lace along shoulders and around the bottom. S (M, L, XL)
Pintuck T-shirt
Lien Ngo designed this tee featuring a knit version of pintuck detail for the front. Knit in the round with the sleeves picked up from the arms, this tee is totally seamless. Pictured project by chirimoya
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- See notes for the pictured project by chirimoya
- Get sport yarn for this pattern on Etsy
Audrey
Joanna Rankin designed this figure-flattering top that is seamlessly knit in the round from the top down and shaped using wide ribbing that will hug any body type. 32″, 34.25″, 36.5″, 41″, 43.5″, 45.75″, 50.25″, 52.5″, 54.75″ finished bust
Siesta
Carol Feller’s top combines classic simplicity with elegant cable details. Knit from the top down with raglan shoulder shaping.
Katrina Rib Tee
Designed by Cookie A in S/M for chest size 32-39 L/XL for chest size 38-45
Top with Shirred Yoke
DROPS Design created this easy top with a simple yet sweet yoke. S – M – L – XL – XXL – XXXL. Pictured project by helulela
Honorine Tee
Designed by Fathom Harvill, this top features a contoured lace insert in the front and back which creates a subtly sexy and immensely flattering v-shape. Finished bust: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 44)”
Vertical Drop Tee
Design by Kennita Tully. Top includes options for three-quarter- and full-length sleeves. Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Camden
Ashley Adams Moncrief’s flattering top features a pattern made of models. It also has optional long sleeves but I like it better short sleeved. XS[S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X]
Patterns for Purchase
Boxy Lodge Tee
Simply sophisticated lace cap-sleeved pullover sweater for an understated, chic look. Easy level knitting pattern and the techniques involved are knitting, purling, and slipping stitches. Looks like a 4 row repeat of eyelet moss stitch. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Geometry Tee
Easy cropped pullover tee sweater top. You can layer it with a camisole, a sundress or whatever you want. Tips are given on how to lengthen it if cropped length is not your thing. Sizes bust size of 76 (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117) {127, 137, 147.5, 157.5, 167.5} cm / 30 (34, 38, 42, 46) {50, 54, 58, 62, 66} inches. DK weight yarn. Designed by MinimiKnitDesign
La Sororité Top
Drapey, boxy, striped tee top knit with textured stitches and eyelets that give the stripes a zigzag pattern. Work with as many or few colors as you’d like; this knit is a great stash buster. Finished Chest: 36.25 (40.25, 44, 47.75, 51.75){55.5, 59.25, 63.25, 67}(72.75, 78.5, 84.25)”/92.5 (102, 112, 121.5, 131){141, 150.5, 160.5, 170}(184.5, 199, 214) cm. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Kate Oates. Despite the name, only available in English.
Kayleen Pullover
Short-sleeved tee top wtih cable detail on the bodice. Sizes 32 1/2 (34 3/4, 38, 40 1/2, 43 1/2, 46)" bust circumference. Pullover shown measures 32 1/2", modeled with 3" of negative ease. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cassie Castillo.
Odele Tee
This top is a simple T-shirt with a bit of waist-shaping for a flattering fit. Finished measurement:Bust: 37 (40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 55, 58)”
Tuscarora Tee
This easy, fast top features alternating stripes in stockinette stitch and a mesh pattern with a boat neck. S (M, L, XL, 2XL).
Marbella Tee
This top features delicate side lace panels and a flattering A-line drape. To fit: Woman’s S through 3XL Designed by Che Lam
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Box Pleat Tee
A softly structured top with flattering pleats that highlight the face and neck, the tee is fitted in the back along princess seams, but with a swingy front shape,36.5 (38.5, 40.5, 42.5, 44.25, 46.5, 48.25, 50.5, 54.5, 57.25)” bust.
Postcards Tee
The masterful placement of the blocks in this top is what makes the finished look really pop — plus the unique use of complementary colors and textural yarn. S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)
