Axel Sweater is a classic top-down sweater worked in stockinette stitch with raglan increases. The construction allows for easy fit adjustments and creates a clean, structured silhouette. The neckline is shaped first, after which the work is joined and continued in the round.
The sweater features a distinctive roll neck, worked last from picked-up stitches, and both body and sleeves are finished with ribbing and an Italian bind-off for a flexible and professional edge.
Axel Sweater is worked on 4 mm needles, with ribbing and neckband on 3.5 mm needles. The pattern is designed for Peer Gynt by Sandnes Garn, a sturdy wool yarn that provides excellent stitch definition and long-lasting quality.
Available in sizes XXS–5XL, the sweater is designed with approximately 20 cm of positive ease for a relaxed and comfortable fit.
Axel Sweater is a timeless and versatile sweater pattern with a clean, classic silhouette. The sweater is worked top down in stockinette stitch with raglan increases, creating a well-balanced fit and allowing you to adjust both body and sleeve length as you knit.
The construction begins by working the yoke back and forth to shape the neckline. Once the neckline is formed, the work is joined and continued in the round with evenly spaced raglan increases. The body and sleeves are finished with classic ribbing, while the distinctive roll neck is worked last from picked-up stitches, giving the sweater its characteristic and comfortable look.
Axel Sweater is designed with approximately 20 cm of positive ease, resulting in a relaxed yet structured fit that works well as an everyday sweater and as an extra warm layer during colder months. The simple stockinette surface highlights the yarn’s texture and makes the design easy to style across seasons.
The sweater is primarily worked on 4 mm needles, while ribbed edges and the neckband are worked on 3.5 mm needles. The pattern is designed for Peer Gynt by Sandnes Garn, a durable and classic wool yarn made from 100% Norwegian wool. This yarn provides excellent stitch definition, long-lasting wear, and a firm fabric that holds its shape over time.
Axel Sweater is available in sizes XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL) with a finished bust circumference ranging from 100 to 160 cm. Yarn requirements vary from 550 to 950 g of Peer Gynt, depending on size. The yarn has a yardage of 91 meters per 50 g, giving a total estimated yardage of approximately 1,001–1,729 meters.
The gauge is 20 stitches x 30 rows in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles = 10 x 10 cm, which corresponds to a calculated yardage of approximately 22.75 meters per 50 g at the stated gauge.
Axel Sweater is well suited for intermediate knitters looking for a polished, wearable sweater pattern with a refined finish and timeless appeal.
My name is Anna, and I began my yarn journey with Axelknit as a way to find calm and create something tangible. I draw inspiration from Nordic nature and simplicity, and my focus is always on functional, timeless designs that feel personal and easy to love.
