MODE at Rowan Clara Cotton DK 8 Ply Sweater Knitting Pattern – MIP44
Create a beautifully textured, oversized cotton sweater with the Clara knitting pattern from MODE at Rowan. Designed by Quail Studio, Clara features a deep V-neckline, generous relaxed shape and striking cable details worked within geometric diamond panels.
Clara combines contemporary oversized styling with traditional cable knitting. The textured diamond and oval panels create visual interest across the sweater, while ribbed detailing at the hem, cuffs and neckline gives the relaxed shape a polished finish.
Knitted in breathable MODE at Rowan Cotton DK 8 Ply , Clara is ideal for comfortable trans-seasonal wear. The natural cotton yarn offers excellent stitch definition, helping the cables and textured panels stand out beautifully.
Please note: This listing is for the Clara knitting pattern only. Yarn, knitting needles and accessories are sold separately.
Choose Your Size and Yarn Quantity
Clara is intentionally designed with a generous oversized fit. Use your chest measurement to locate your size, then compare the finished garment chest measurement to decide how much ease you would like.
| To Fit Chest | To Fit Chest | Finished Garment Chest | Cotton DK Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71–76cm | 28–30 inches | 118cm | 13 balls |
| 81–86cm | 32–34 inches | 129cm | 14 balls |
| 91–97cm | 36–38 inches | 140cm | 14 balls |
| 102–107cm | 40–42 inches | 151cm | 15 balls |
| 112–117cm | 44–46 inches | 162cm | 16 balls |
| 122–127cm | 48–50 inches | 173cm | 16 balls |
| 132–137cm | 52–54 inches | 178cm | 17 balls |
| 142–147cm | 56–58 inches | 189cm | 17 balls |
| 152–157cm | 60–62 inches | 200cm | 18 balls |
Fit note: Clara has substantial positive ease to create its signature oversized silhouette. Always use the finished garment measurement when deciding how relaxed you would like your sweater to fit.
Recommended Yarn
Clara is designed for MODE at Rowan Cotton DK 8 Ply, a premium 100% cotton yarn supplied in 50g balls with approximately 106 metres per ball.
The original Clara sweater is photographed in Macaroon 011, shown here. Its smooth finish provides excellent stitch definition for the cables, diamonds and textured panels featured throughout the design.
We recommend purchasing all the balls required for your chosen size together to improve the likelihood of receiving a consistent dye lot.
Needles and Accessories Required
- One pair of 3.25mm knitting needles
- One pair of 3.75mm knitting needles
- One 3.25mm circular knitting needle, 60cm long, for the neckband
- Cable needle
- Stitch holders
- Stitch markers
Tension
- 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over reverse stocking stitch using 3.75mm needles
- The 38-stitch diamond panel measures approximately 14.5cm wide
- The 8-stitch oval panel measures approximately 3cm wide
Pattern Details
- Pattern code: MIP44
- Designer: Quail Studio
- Craft: Knitting
- Garment: Oversized V-neck sweater
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Style: Relaxed oversized fit with long sleeves
- Design details: Geometric diamonds, cable panels and ribbed trims
- Recommended yarn: MODE at Rowan Cotton DK
- Yarn weight: DK / 8 ply
- Fibre: 100% cotton
- Shade photographed: Macaroon 011
Always knit a tension square before beginning your garment. If necessary, adjust your needle size to achieve the tension stated in the pattern.