Stockholm Stripes Raglan Sweater Knitting Pattern - Easy Top-Down Seamless Striped Sweater (Digital PDF)

Knit the Stockholm Stripes Sweater – Modern, Seamless & Beginner Friendly

Looking for an easy raglan sweater knitting pattern with classic stripes?

The Stockholm Stripes Raglan Sweater is a seamless, top-down sweater worked in the round. Designed for confident beginners, it combines simple raglan shaping with optional clean stripe details to create a timeless, slow fashion favourite.

Top-down construction allows you to try the sweater on as you knit and adjust the length for a personalised fit.

Who Is This For?

This raglan sweater pattern is ideal for:

• Confident beginners ready to knit their first seamless sweater

• Knitters comfortable with knit, purl, and basic increases

• Makers who want to learn raglan construction

• Hobby knitters building a modern handmade wardrobe

• Anyone searching for “easy raglan sweater knitting pattern PDF”

If you’ve knitted accessories or simple garments and want to try a structured but relaxed sweater, this pattern is a clear and approachable next step.

What You’ll Learn

By knitting the Stockholm Stripes Sweater, you’ll learn:

• How to knit a sweater top down in the round

• How raglan shaping works using simple increases

• How to change colours cleanly for stripes (optional)

• How to separate sleeves from the body

• How to adjust body and sleeve length as you knit

• How to shape and finish a neat neckline

This pattern builds confidence in seamless sweater construction while introducing simple stripe techniques.

Inspired by slow strolls through leafy parks, the gentle hum of conversation in a cozy café, and the golden light of a day with no plans, this oversized raglan sweater brings timeless style to your wardrobe. Pair it with your comfiest jeans or throw it on over a floaty dress for an effortless layered look.

CONSTRUCTION:
The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down. 
The neckline is worked flat for the first few rows to help lower the front neckline. Stitches are cast on at each side of the neckline at the same time as increases are worked at four points to shape the yoke. Stitches are then joined and the sweater is worked in the round with increases at each marker until the yoke is completed then separated to create the body and sleeve sections. Stitches are picked up for the collar once the sweater has been completed. 

SIZES:
This relaxed fit sweater is available in 9 sizes from 86cm/34 inch chest through to 169cm/67 inch chest. Shoulder to hip is approximately 60cm (24 inches). It is designed to be worn with approximately 10-20cm/4-8 inches of ease around the bust. Please measure your upper chest and add the intended ease then check the finished chest measurement to choose the most appropriate size.

Chest circumference:
86/96/106/116/126/137/149/159/169 cm
34/38/42/46/50/54/59/63/67 inches

SKILLS:
Basic increases are used for shaping, but as stitches are cast on to shape the neckline at the same time as increases are made to create the raglan shaping I would recommend this for advanced beginners and beyond.

YARN:
Note: you will need 3 times the amount of your main colour yarn than your contrast colour if you are working stripes.

 Size 1 Approx 692m (756 yds) / 519m (568 yds) MC & 173m (188 yds) CC
 Size 2 Approx 752m (822 yds) / 564m (617 yds) MC & 188m (205 yds) CC
 Size 3 Approx 830m (908 yds) / 622 (680 yds) MC & 208m (228 yds) CC
 Size 4 Approx 886m (969 yds) / 664m (726 yds) MC & 222m (243 yds) CC
 Size 5 Approx 996m (1089 yds) / 747m (817 yds) MC & 249m (272 yds) CC
 Size 6 Approx 1108m (1211 yds) / 831m (908 yds) MC & 277m (303 yds) CC
 Size 7 Approx 1218m (1332 yds) / 913m (998 yds) MC & 305m (334 yds) CC
 Size 8 Approx 1284m (1404 yds) / 963m (1053 yds) MC & 321m (351 yds) CC
 Size 9 Approx 1386m (1516 yds) / 1040m (1137 yds) MC & 346m (379 yds) CC

GAUGE:
18 sts/24 rounds to 10cm/4 inches in stockinette stitch (blocked) using 5mm needles.

NEEDLES:
5mm 40cm (16 inch) & 60cm (24 inch) circular needle (US Size 8, UK Size 6) 4mm 60cm (24 inch) circular needle (US Size 6, UK Size 8) plus 4mm DPNs if you prefer for the cuffs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is this sweater knit flat or in the round?

The Stockholm Stripes Sweater is worked top down, seamlessly, in the round.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — confident beginners who are comfortable with knit, purl, and simple increases will find it approachable.

Can I adjust the length?

Yes — because it’s worked top down, you can easily adjust the body and sleeve length.

Is the pattern written or chart-based?

The pattern is fully written with clear step-by-step instructions.

Is this a physical sweater?

No — this is a digital PDF knitting pattern available for instant download.

What yarn should I use?

Any yarn that meets the recommended gauge listed in the pattern will work.

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