Emsam Pullover 82470 Free Pattern – A Cozy Textured Knit Sweater

Wrap yourself in the Emsam Pullover, a modern knit sweater featuring a stunning combination of cables and moss stitch that creates a rich, tactile fabric. This pattern offers a relaxed, oversized fit perfect for chilly days and cozy evenings. The intricate braided cable panel running down the center front and back is beautifully framed by the bumpy, textured moss stitch, resulting in a garment that is as delightful to knit as it is to wear. Whether you're curling up with a book or heading out for a crisp autumn walk, this sweater is your new go-to layer.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials to ensure a smooth and enjoyable knitting experience. The Emsam Pullover is knit with worsted weight yarn, making it a quick and satisfying project.

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (e.g., Lion Brand Wool-Ease) in a warm oatmeal color – approximately 1200 (1350, 1500, 1650) yards. The exact yardage depends on your chosen size.
• Needles: US Size 8 (5.0 mm) circular knitting needles, 32-inch length (for the body), and US Size 8 double-pointed needles (for the sleeves).
• Notions: Stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle for weaving in ends, and a stitch holder.
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, blocked. Always knit a gauge swatch to ensure your finished measurements match the pattern.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This pattern is worked in the round for the body, then divided for the armholes. The sleeves are knit in the round and then shaped with a cap for a perfect set-in fit. Follow the instructions carefully, and don't hesitate to refer back to the abbreviations and special stitches as needed.

Sizes and Measurements

SIZES: XS (S, M, L) – Finished chest: 36 (40, 44, 48) inches with positive ease. Choose the size that gives you the desired amount of ease for your body measurements.

Abbreviations

• CO = cast on
• K = knit
• P = purl
• K2tog = knit two together (right-leaning decrease)
• SSK = slip slip knit (left-leaning decrease)
• C4F = slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in front, knit next 2 stitches, then knit stitches from cable needle
• C4B = slip 2 stitches to cable needle, hold in back, knit next 2 stitches, then knit stitches from cable needle
• PM = place marker
• SM = slip marker
• RS = right side
• WS = wrong side

Special Stitches

These two stitch patterns are the heart of the Emsam Pullover. Practice them on a small swatch first to get comfortable with the cable technique.

Moss Stitch (multiple of 2):

• Row 1 (RS): *K1, P1* repeat to end.
• Row 2: *P1, K1* repeat to end.
• Row 3: same as Row 1.
• Row 4: same as Row 2.

Cable Panel (over 12 stitches):

• Row 1 (RS): P2, C4F, K4, C4B, P2.
• Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl all stitches.
• Row 3: P2, K12, P2.
• Row 5: P2, K4, C4F, C4B, P2.
• Row 7: P2, K12, P2.
• Row 8: Purl all stitches.
• Repeat Rows 1-8.

Body (Worked in One Piece to Armholes)

CO 162 (180, 198, 216) stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist. PM at beginning of round and after 81 (90, 99, 108) stitches to mark side seams.

Work in Moss Stitch for 2 inches.

Next, set up pattern: Round 1: *Moss Stitch over 34 (40, 46, 52) stitches, PM, work Cable Panel over 12 stitches, PM, Moss Stitch over 35 (38, 41, 44) stitches* repeat from * to * once more (for front and back).

Continue in established pattern, working Moss Stitch on the side sections and Cable Panels at the center front and center back, until piece measures 14 (15, 16, 17) inches from cast-on edge, ending on an even round.

Divide for Armholes

Next round: Work in pattern to 4 (5, 6, 7) stitches before side marker, bind off 8 (10, 12, 14) stitches for underarm, work in pattern to 4 (5, 6, 7) stitches before next side marker, bind off 8 (10, 12, 14) stitches for underarm, work in pattern to end of round. You now have 73 (80, 87, 94) stitches for front and same for back. Place back stitches on a holder.

Front

Work back and forth on front stitches only. Continue in pattern, decreasing for armhole shaping: At each armhole edge, decrease 1 stitch every other row 4 (5, 6, 7) times as follows: RS rows: K1, SSK, work in pattern to last 3 stitches, K2tog, K1. WS rows: P1, P2tog, work in pattern to last 3 stitches, P2tog tbl, P1. After decreases, you have 65 (70, 75, 80) stitches.

Work even until armhole measures 6 (7, 8, 9) inches from division.

Neck Shaping

Next RS row: Work in pattern over 26 (28, 30, 32) stitches, join a second ball of yarn, bind off center 13 (14, 15, 16) stitches, work in pattern to end. Work both sides separately. At each neck edge, decrease 1 stitch every row 4 times, then every other row 3 times. After all decreases, you have 19 (21, 23, 25) stitches for each shoulder. Work even until armhole measures 8 (9, 10, 11) inches. Bind off all stitches loosely.

Back

Return held back stitches to needles. Work same as front for armhole shaping, but do not shape neck. Work even until armhole measures 8 (9, 10, 11) inches. Bind off all stitches.

Sleeves (Make 2)

CO 40 (44, 48, 52) stitches onto double-pointed needles. Join in the round, PM at beginning. Work in Moss Stitch for 2 inches.

Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every round). Increase round: K1, M1L, knit to last stitch, M1R, K1. Repeat increase round every 6 (6, 7, 7) rounds until you have 60 (66, 72, 78) stitches. Work even until sleeve measures 17 (18, 19, 20) inches from cast-on, or desired length.

Shape cap: Work back and forth. Bind off 4 (5, 6, 7) stitches at beginning of next 2 rows. Decrease 1 stitch at each edge every other row 10 (11, 12, 13) times, then every row 4 times. Bind off remaining stitches.

Finishing

Sew shoulder seams. Set in sleeves, matching underarm seams. Weave in all ends. Block to measurements. Blocking is essential to open up the cables and even out the moss stitch, giving your sweater a professional, polished finish.

Congratulations on completing your Emsam Pullover! This cozy, textured sweater is sure to become a cherished staple in your wardrobe. The combination of cables and moss stitch creates a timeless design that you'll reach for season after season. Happy knitting!