The FREYA Sweater is the perfect beginner's project for venturing into your first hand-knitted sweater. Its simple design makes it easy to knit while offering plenty of room for creativity. Whether plain and single-colored, colorful with four different colors, or casually striped in two colors—anything is possible.
The loose, oversized cut creates a modern look and drapes so beautifully that it can be combined perfectly with wide jeans, dresses, or skirts. A versatile piece that is guaranteed to become your new favorite item in your wardrobe.
// Techniques used:
Knit and purl stitches Pick up stitches at the cast-on edge Increase stitches Pick up sleeve stitches Bind off elastically
// Language:
German or English
// Difficulty level:
LEVEL 1/5 Beginners with basic knowledge
You can already knit and purl confidently, have mastered the basics, and now want to take the next step: knitting your first sweater.
// Sizes:
XS/S/M/L/XL/XXL
// Materials:
Single color: 500 (550) 600 (600) 700 (700) g Brigitte No. 2 by Lana Grossa (50 g = 140 m) 2-ply
Two colors: 250 (300) 300 (300) 350 (350) g per color Brigitte No. 2 by Lana Grossa (50 g = 140 m) 2-ply
Four colors: 150 (150) 150 (200) 200 (200) g per color Brigitte No. 2 by Lana Grossa (50 g = 140 m) 2-ply
// Needles:
9 mm / 100 cm
7 mm / 40 or 80cm (magic loop for the sleeves)
// Gauge:
10 sts x 15 rows = 10 x 10 cm using size 9 needles
If necessary, use a different needle size to achieve the correct gauge.
*These instructions are for personal use only. They may not be edited or resold. Items knitted using these instructions may not be resold.*
