15. Sweater with openwork collar
The wavy patterns on the cuffs and collar, the comfortable silhouette and decorative buttons on the side - these details are impressive. And the cotton and cashmere yarn gently caresses the skin.
DIMENSIONS
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (77% cotton, 15% cashmere, 8% polyamide; 175 m/50 g) - 400 g color. khaki; long and short circular knitting needles No. 4.5; short circular needles No. 4; 6 buttons (diameter 28 mm).
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
FACIAL SMOOTH
shawl stitch
Front and back rows - front loops.
CROSS RUBBER
Alternately 2 rows in stockinette stitch and 2 rows in garter stitch.
LACERY PATTERN
When knitting in circular rows, knit on the number of loops that are a multiple of 14 according to. diagram 1. It shows odd and even circular rows. Constantly repeat rapport and rounds 1–4.
When knitting in rows in forward and reverse directions, the number of loops is a multiple of 14 + 1 + 2 edge loops; knit according diagram 2. It shows the front and back rows. Start with 1 edge, repeat the repeat all the time, finish with a loop after the repeat and 1 edge. Repeat rows 1–4 constantly. 
SHORT ROWS
Knit a row to the loops that should be left, then turn the work and remove the 1st loop, as a purl or knit stitch according to. pattern, then continue knitting a row according to. pattern.
KNITTING DENSITY
22 p. x 37 r. = 10 x 10 cm, tied cross elastic band;
30 kr.r./r. = 10 cm, knitted with an openwork pattern.
ATTENTION!
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
BACK
On long circular needles No. 4.5, cast on 99 stitches and knit 1 purl row. This series is not taken into account in subsequent calculations.
Continue working with a cross elastic band.
For the end of the bar cut, after 14 cm = 52 rows from the initial row, cast on 1 x 3 new loops on both sides and include them in the pattern = 105 sts.
For the silhouette " bat"After 15.5 cm = 58 rows from the initial row, add 1 x 1 p. on both sides, then in every 6th row 6 x 1 p. acc. pattern = 119 p.
After 26 cm = 96 rows from the initial row, add 1 x 1 p. for sleeves on both sides, then in every 2nd row 2 x 1 p. according to. pattern, then cast on 2 x 2 sts, 2 x 3 sts, 1 x 4 sts and 1 x 37 new stitches and include in pattern = 227 sts.
After 45 cm = 166 rows from the initial row, leave 1 x 6 stitches for bevelling the sleeves and shoulders on both sides, then in every 2nd row 10 x 6 stitches and 3 x 7 stitches, while doing shortened rows.
At the same time, after 50.5 cm = 186 rows from the initial row, close off the middle 45 stitches for the neckline and finish both sides separately.
To round along the inner edge, cast off 1 x 2 stitches and 2 x 1 stitches in every 2nd row.
After 52 cm = 193 rows from the initial row, knit 1 more purl row on all 87 left sleeve/shoulder loops and after 52.5 cm = 194 rows from the initial row, leave loops.
Start knitting like the back, but for a deeper neckline, already after 42.5 cm = 158 rows from the initial row, close the middle 27 sts, then in every 2nd row 1 x 3 sts, 2 x 2 sts and 4 x 1 p., then in every 4th row 2 x 1 p.
COLLAR
On circular needles No. 4, cast on 126 stitches, close in a ring and purl 1 circular row.
Continue working with an openwork pattern in circular rows.
After 14.5 cm = 44 circular rows from the initial row, purl another 1 circular row. Then bind off all stitches like knit stitches.
Sew the shoulder seams and the top seams of the sleeves, to do this, fold the front and back with the right sides inward and knit 1 left front loop with the corresponding left back loop together, purl-and-win, simultaneously closing the loops.
For the sleeve border, on short circular needles No. 4.5, cast on 59 stitches along the edge of each sleeve and knit 1 purl row.
Continue working with an openwork pattern.
After 12 cm = 36 rows from the beginning of knitting with an openwork pattern, knit 1 more front row with purl ones, then bind off all the loops like front ones.
Sew the collar with the closed edge into the neckline. Sew side seams and bottom seams of sleeves, including sleeve borders, while leaving the bottom 14 cm of front and back open for cutting on both sides.
Cast on 28 stitches on the needles along the edges of the back cut and knit 2.5 cm with a transverse elastic band. Then close the loops according to the drawing.
Cast on 28 stitches on the knitting needles along the edges of the front cut and knit in the same way, but 1 cm from the start of knitting the strap, make 3 holes for buttons as follows: in the 1st, 3rd and 5th purl stitches, knit 2 each purl the loops together and perform 1 yarn over. In the purl row, knit a knit yarn over.
Place the front strips on the back strips and sew the short sides to the newly cast on loops. Sew buttons.
16. Extended oversized jumper with zigzag pattern
A voluminous jumper with dolman sleeves and large three-color zigzags is an example of a fashionable informal style.
DIMENSIONS
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (70% sheep wool, 30% alpaca; 75 m/50 g) - 350 g camel wool color, 100 g each beige and brown; circular knitting needles No. 6; set of double needles No. 6; long circular needles No. 7.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
RUBBER
Knit (knitting needles No. 6) = knit in the round: * knit 1, purl 2, knit 1, from * repeat constantly.
When knitting in rows in the forward and reverse directions, constantly repeat the rapport between the edges; in the purl rows, knit loops according to the pattern.
shawl stitch
Knit (knitting needles No. 6) = when knitting in circular rows, alternately knit: 1 round. - front loops and 1 circle.r. - purl loops.
ZIGZAG PATTERN
Knit (knitting needles No. 7) = the number of loops should be a multiple of 16 + 2 edge stitches.
Knit according to the pattern. The diagram shows front and odd circular rows.
In purl rows, knit all loops and yarn overs either purl or as described in the instructions; in even circles.r. Knit all loops and yarn overs with knit stitches or as described in the instructions. Constantly repeat rapport between edges; When knitting in a circle, constantly repeat the rapport. Constantly repeat rows 1–6 in height. 
SHORTEN ROWS AFTER THE PLANK
Distribute the strap loops for 10 cloves: 10 x 16 loops, starting and ending each clove with 1 knit stitch. Continue knitting with an elastic band.
For each clove, knit as follows: * knit 15 stitches (the last loop remains undone), turn with 1 yarn over and knit 14 stitches in the opposite direction, turn with 1 yarn over, knit 12 stitches, turn with 1 yarn over, knit 10 stitches . in the opposite direction, turn with 1 yarn over, knit 8 stitches, turn with 1 yarn over and knit 6 stitches in the opposite direction, turn with 1 yarn over, knit 4 stitches, turn with 1 yarn over and knit 2 loops in the opposite direction. From * constantly repeat until all the cloves are knitted, and for each clove use new thread.
Next, knit 2 rounds on all loops. garter stitch, in the 1st round. on each clove, knit a yarn over and a loop before or after it, so that on finished product no holes appeared.
SHORT ROWS BEFORE THE COLLAR
Each clove is made from a new thread and at the deepest point of the clove, start with 1 front row.
For each clove ** knit 2, turn with 1 yarn over, knit 4 stitches in the opposite direction (= purl 2, knit 2), turn with 1 yarn over, knit 6 stitches (= purl 2, knit 2, purl 2) , turn with 1 yarn over, knit 8 stitches in the opposite direction (= * 2 purl, 2 knit, from * repeat 1 time), turn with 1 yarn over, knit 10 stitches (= * 2 knit, 2 purl, from * repeat 1 time, knit 2), turn with 1 yarn over, knit 12 stitches in the opposite direction (= * purl 2, knit 2, from * repeat 2 times), turn with 1 yarn over, knit 15 stitches (= * purl 2, Knit 2, from * repeat 2 times, purl 2, knit 1), turn with 1 yarn over, knit 16 stitches in the opposite direction (purl 1, * knit 2, purl 2, from * repeat 2 times, knit 2, purl 1 ).
When knitting further, constantly knit the yarn over and the loops before or after it together according to the pattern so that small holes do not appear on the finished product. Then put the loops aside.
From **, repeat constantly until all the cloves are knitted, then knit 2 rows in garter stitch on all loops, while in the 1st row on each clove, knit the last yarn over with the next loop together, as described above.
ALTERNATION OF STRIPES
6 rubles each beige, brown, * camel hair color, beige, from * repeat 3 times, 6 r. camel hair color, 6 rub. brown, ** 6 rub. beige, 6 r. camel hair color, from ** knit 1 more time = 96 rows.
KNITTING DENSITY
15.5 p. x 17.5 r. = 10 x 10 cm, knitted with a Zigzag pattern;
14 p. x 21 kr.r./r. = 10 x 10 cm, tied with an elastic band.
ATTENTION!
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
Using camel-colored thread, cast on 160 sts on circular needles and close into a ring. Mark the beginning and middle of the circle, also draw marking lines for the side lines = 80 stitches wide for the front and back. Knit 8 cm = 17 rounds. with an elastic band.
Then, for the “Zigzag” pattern, knit shortened rows after the bar, while skipping the first 8 stitches and at the end a circle. add them on the last clove.
Then knit a Zigzag pattern with alternating stripes, making sure that the beginning of the circle. accounted for the sideline.
After 20.5 cm = 36 rows from the end of the bar = after 6 stripes, divide the work and first continue knitting on the first 80 stitches for the front with sleeves.
For sleeves on both sides, additionally cast on 25 stitches on both sides and include them in the clove pattern, 1st and last stitch form edge = 130 p.
After 41 cm = 72 r. from the end of the bar = after 12 stripes for shoulder bevels on both sides, close 1 x 8 sts and decrease 1 st.
To decrease, leave the 1st or last yarn over at the end of the row undone.
After 55 cm = 96 r. From the end of the bar on both sides, close 1 x 10 p.
Then, to equalize the height on the middle 50 sts, knit shortened rows in front of the collar, while also including 1 edge on both sides. These loops are not listed in the pattern description.
Then, for the collar between the edges, knit pattern 1, and accordingly continue pattern 1 of the adjacent parts.
After 8 cm = 17 circles. From the beginning of the collar, close all the loops, as in knitting.
The back with sleeves is done in the same way.
SLEEVE PLANTS
Using camel-colored thread, cast on 28 sts on needles and close into a ring. Knit with an elastic band, start with 1 purl and 2 knit stitches and finish symmetrically. Beginning of circle.r. mark and move the mark during knitting.
For bevels every 9 cm = 19 circles. from the set row at the beginning of the circle.r. add 1 p., then alternately in every 4th and 6th row add another 7 x 1 p., include the added loops in the pattern, while making increases alternately at the end and at the beginning of the round. = 36 p.
After 28 cm = 59 rows from the cast-on row, close all the loops according to the figure.
Sew shoulder seams, collar and sleeve seams. Sew on the sleeve strips, stretching slightly.
Photo: Verena magazine. Special issue" No. 4/2016 
17. Jumper with horizontal stripes
This dolman jumper fits all body types and is extremely comfortable.
DIMENSIONS
36/38 (40/42) 44/46
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (100% cotton; 70 m/50 g) - 350 (400) 450 g olive,
as well as yarn (47% cotton, 47% polyacrylic, 6% polyamide; 165 m/50 g) - 100 (100) 150 g each of khaki and gray-brown, 50 (50) 100 g dark blue; circular knitting needles No. 4 and 5.
RUBBER
Knit (knitting needles No. 4): the number of loops is a multiple of 4 + 2 edge loops. Start and end each row with an edge stitch.
Persons p.: * 1 front, 2 purl, 1 front, from * constantly repeat;
purl r.: knit all loops according to the pattern.
Knit all other patterns using needles No. 5.
LACERY PATTERN
Even number of loops.
Rows 1–4: knit stitches;
5th row: * 1 yarn over, knit 2 stitches together, from * constantly repeat;
6th row: knit loops and yarn overs;
7th and 8th rows: facial loops.
From the 1st to the 8th row, knit 1 time.
FACIAL SMOOTH
Front rows - front loops, purl rows - purl loops.
ALTERNATION OF STRIPES
Knit alternately 2 p. gray-brown thread and khaki thread.
STRIPED PATTERN
Knit * 8 r. openwork pattern with olive thread,
8 rub. stockinette stitch with dark blue thread,
8 rub. openwork pattern with olive thread,
22 rub. in stockinette stitch according to the alternation of stripes,
from * constantly repeat.
KNITTING DENSITY
18 p. x 28 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
ATTENTION!
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
BACK
On knitting needles No. 4, use olive thread to cast on 90 (98) 106 sts and for the placket, knit 6 cm with an elastic band.
Then knit in a striped pattern.
At the same time, for the side bevels from the plank, add according to the pattern and color on both sides 23 times alternately in every 2nd and 4th row. 1 p. each = 136 (144) 152 p.
For shoulder bevels after 30.5 cm = 86 r. (33.5 cm = 94 rub.) 36.5 cm = 102 rub. from the bar on both sides close 1 x 1 p., then in every 2nd p. close 17 x 1 p. and 12 x 2 p. (13 x 1 p. and 16 x 2 p.) 9 x 1 p. and 20 x 2 p.
After 52 cm = 146 rubles. (55 cm = 154 rub.) 58 cm = 162 rub. Close the remaining 52 stitches from the bar, with the middle 48 loops forming the neckline, 2 loops each belonging to the shoulders.
Knit the same as the back, but for the neck after 48 cm = 134 r. (51 cm = 142 rub.) 54 cm = 150 rub. close the middle 16 stitches from the bar and finish both sides separately.
To round the neckline along the inner edge in every 2nd r. close 3 x 4 sts and 2 x 2 sts.
At the height of the back, close off the remaining 2 stitches of each shoulder.
Sew shoulder seams.
For the strap, on circular needles No. 4, use olive thread along the edge of the neckline to cast on 108 sts and knit in circular rows with an elastic band (= alternately knit 2, purl 2). At a bar height of 4 cm, close all loops according to the pattern.
For the sleeve strips along the upper edge of the front and back, in sections 12 (14) 16 cm long (measured from the beginning of the shoulder bevels), use olive thread to cast on the knitting needles for each strip, 42 (50) 58 stitches and knit with an elastic band. At a bar height of 15 cm, close all loops according to the pattern.
Sew the side seams, including the seams of the sleeve panels.
Photo: Verena magazine. Special issue" No. 1/2017
18. Pullunder with a relief vertical pattern
Embossed vertical stripes and a bat style are an ideal option for those who prefer to hide their figure from critical glances.
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (50% polyacrylic, 25% sheep wool, 25% alpaca wool; 75 m/50 g) - 600 (700) g dark red; knitting needles No. 6; circular knitting needles No. 5.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
BASIC PATTERN
The number of stitches cast on must be a multiple of 12 + 2 edge stitches. Knit according to the pattern. The diagram shows front and partially back rows. In unmarked purl rows, knit loops according to the pattern.
Start with 1 edge, repeat the rapport constantly, finish with 1 edge. Perform rows 1–32 once in height. After the 32nd r. the number of loops must be a multiple of 10 + 2 chrome. Then constantly repeat the 33rd and 34th rows. 
Knit in circular rows = constantly knit alternately 2 knits, 2 purl.
KNITTING DENSITY
14 p. x 17.5 r. = 10 x 10 cm, knitted with the main pattern after the 32nd r.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
BACK
Cast on 86 (98) stitches on the knitting needles and knit with the main pattern.
After 18.5 cm = 32 r. from the initial row (72 (82) sts on the needles) add 1 st for side bevels on both sides, then in every 4th r. 10 times 1 p. and in every 2nd p. 5 times 1 p. and 1 time 5 p., include added loops in the pattern = 114 (124) p.
After 49 cm = 86 r. From the beginning row, knit straight for the armholes.
After 69.5 cm = 122 r. (73 cm = 128 r.) From the initial row, close for shoulder bevels on both sides 1 time 3 p., then in every 2nd r. 10 times 3 p. (5 times 3 p. and 5 times 4 p.).
At the same time after 80 cm = 140 rubles. (83.5 cm = 146 rubles) from the beginning row, close off the middle 30 stitches for the neckline and finish both sides separately.
To round the inner edge, close in the next 2nd row. 1 time 2 p.
After 82.5 cm = 144 r. (86 cm = 150 r.) From the starting row, close off the remaining 7 shoulder stitches on both sides.
Knit like a back, but for a deeper neckline after 75.5 cm = 132 r. (79 cm = 138 r.) From the beginning row close the middle 14 sts, then in every 2nd r. close 5 times 2 p.
Sew shoulder seams.
For a stand-up collar, cast on 72 stitches along the edge of the neckline on circular needles and knit as follows: 1 round. knit, 2 rounds. purl, 2 rounds. knit and 8 kr. with an elastic band. Then close all the loops.
Along the straight edges of the armholes, cast on 56 (64) sts on knitting needles and knit in rows in forward and reverse directions with an elastic band. After 4 r. close all loops.
Sew side seams.
Photo: Verena magazine. Special issue" No. 1/2016 
19. Cardigan with dolman sleeves
Softness, romance, volume - this is the image of this stylish cardigan. It is created by fluffy white yarn, a loose openwork pattern and a comfortable bat style.
DIMENSIONS
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (48% cotton, 32% wool, 20% polyamide; 120 m/50 g) - 450 (550) g natural white; circular knitting needles No. 5 and 7; hook No. 4; 4 blue buttons with a pattern (diameter 27 mm).
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
BASIC PATTERN
The number of loops is a multiple of 9 + 5 + 2 edge loops = knit according to. scheme. It has a front and back row. Start with 1 edge, repeat the repeat all the time, finish with loops after the repeat and 1 edge. Repeat rows 1 and 2 constantly. 
EMPHASIZED DECREASES
Right edge: edge, knit 2 stitches together;
left edge: knit 2 loops together with a knit stitch slanting to the left (slip 1 loop as a knit stitch, knit 1, then pull it through the removed loop), edge stitch.
The number of loops is a multiple of 4 + 2 + 2 edge loops. Start with 1 purl row: edge row, * 2 purl rows, 2 knit rows, from * constantly repeat, finish with 2 purl rows and 1 edge row. In the front rows, knit the loops according to the pattern.
KNITTING DENSITY
16 p. x 20 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
BACK
On needles No. 7, cast on 88 (97) stitches and knit 1 purl row. This series is not taken into account in subsequent calculations.
Continue working with the main pattern.
After 15 cm = 30 rows from the initial row, add or dial on 1 x 1 p. for the side bevel and sleeves on both sides, then in every 6th row 4 x 1 p., in every 4th row 2 x 1 p. and in every 2nd row 5 x 1 p., 3 x 2 p., 2 x 3 p., 3 x 5 p. and 1 x 10 p. according to. pattern and include in the pattern = 186 (195) p.
After 60 cm = 120 rows (62 cm = 124 rows) from the initial row, leave 1 x 10 stitches for the shoulder bevel on both sides, then in every 2nd row 6 x 10 stitches (3 x 10 stitches and 3 x 11 p.) as follows: knit a row to the remaining loops, turn the work and knit in the opposite direction, while constantly removing the 1st loop as a front or purl stitch. pattern.
At the same time, after 65 cm = 130 rows (67 cm = 134 rows) from the initial row, close off the middle 22 (23) stitches for the neckline and finish both sides separately.
To round the inner edge, cast off 1 x 2 stitches in the next 2nd row.
After 67 cm = 134 rows (69 cm = 138 rows) from the initial row, leave the remaining 10 (11) shoulder stitches.
LEFT SHELF
On needles No. 7, cast on 41 (47) stitches and knit 1 purl row.
Continue working with the main pattern, while for size 1 start with 1 edge, repeat 4 times, finish with loops to arrow A and 1 edge.
For size 2, start with 1 edge, repeat 5 times, finish with 1 edge.
Extend increases for the side bevel and sleeves along the right edge as on the back.
At the same time, after 40 cm = 80 rows (42 cm = 84 rows) from the initial row, emphasize 1 x 1 p. to bevel the neckline along the left edge, then alternately in every 4th and 6th row 9 x 1 p. (in every 4th row 11 x 1 p.).
Simultaneously execute shoulder bevel along the right edge, as on the back.
At the height of the back, bind off the remaining 10 (11) stitches of the shoulder.
RIGHT SHELF
Knit the same as the left front, but in a mirror image, in this case, start the pattern for size 1 with 1 edge and loops from arrow B, repeat 3 times, finish with loops after the repeat and 1 edge.
For size 2, start with 1 edge and loops from arrow C, repeat 4 times, finish with loops after repeat and 1 edge.
Connect the remaining shoulder loops with a knitted seam.
For the strap, cast on 73 (75) loops on circular knitting needles along the sides of the shelves, 50 loops along the neckline bevels, 34 loops along the edge of the back neckline and knit with an elastic band on all 280 (284) stitches, starting with the 1st purl row.
2 cm from the start of knitting the strap, make 4 holes for buttons in the strap of the right front as follows: bind off 2 loops and cast on again in the next row. Make the first hole for the button 7 (11) stitches from the bottom edge, the remaining 3 holes at intervals of 18 stitches. With a placket width of 4 cm, bind off all the loops according to the pattern.
For the sleeve panels, cast on 34 (38) stitches along the edge of each sleeve, seating the edges of the sleeves, and, starting from 1 purl row, knit with an elastic band, while distributing the loops as follows: edge, * 1 purl, 2 knits, 1 purl, from * constantly repeat, edging. With a strip width of 16 cm, close all the loops according to the pattern.
Sew the side seams and sleeve seams, leaving the bottom 12 cm of the side seams open for cuts.
The bottom edge of the jacket, including the edges of the cuts, is tied 1 side by side in a “crawfish step” (= stitch b/n done in the direction from left to right).
Sew buttons.
20. Sweater with dolman sleeves
On a loose blue sweater, the design features of the dolman sleeves are successfully emphasized by the contrast of patterns - fine-grained pearl and embossed diamonds with braids.
DIMENSIONS
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (52% wool, 48% cotton; 120 m/50 g) - 800 (900) g blue; knitting needles No. 4 and 4.5; circular knitting needles No. 4.5.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
PEARL PATTERN
Alternately knit 1, purl 1, shift the pattern by 1 stitch in each row.
LACERY PATTERN OF RHOMBES
The number of loops is a multiple of 18 + 4 p. + 2 chrome.
Knit according to the given pattern. It only contains front rows. In the purl rows, knit the loops according to the pattern, purl the yarn overs.
In width, start from the edge. and from the loop before the repeat, repeat the repeat, end with loops after the repeat and edge. Repeat in height from the 1st to the 36th row. 
The number of loops is a multiple of 4 + 2 chrome.
Persons rows: chrome, * knit 1, purl 2, knit 1, from * repeat, chrome.
Out. rows: knit loops according to the pattern.
KNITTING DENSITY
22.5 p. x 28 r. = 10 x 10 cm, knitted with an openwork pattern of diamonds on knitting needles No. 4.5;
20 p. x 28 r. = 10 x 10 cm, knitted with a pearl pattern on needles No. 4.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
BACK
On needles No. 4, cast on 114 (132) sts and knit for the bottom bar between the edges. pearl pattern 1 cm = 3 r., starting from purl. row.
Switch to knitting needles No. 4.5 and continue working with an openwork pattern of diamonds.
At the same time in the 1st r. from the bottom bar, add on both sides for side bevels, first 1 time for 1 p., then another 48 times in every 2 r. and 11 times alternately in every 2nd r. and every 4th r. 1 p. each, on added loops knit with a pearl pattern = 234 (252) p.
After 46.5 cm = 130 rub. from the bottom bar, continue working, distributing the loops of the patterns as follows: chrome, 60 p. pearl pattern, 112 (130) p. openwork pattern made of rhombuses, 60 p.p. pearl pattern, chrome.
After 63 cm = 176 rubles. (65 cm = 182 r.) From the bottom bar, close the loops in one row: the middle 50 (58) sts form the straight edge of the neckline.
Knit like a back, but with a round neck. To do this, after 56.5 cm = 158 rubles. (58.5 cm = 164 r.) From the bottom bar, close the middle 20 (28) sts and finish both sides separately.
To round the neckline, close from the inner edge in every 2nd r. 7 times 2 p. and 1 time 1 p. In purl. row, bind off the remaining 92 (97) shoulder/sleeve sts. Finish the second side symmetrically.
Sew top seams of sleeves/shoulders.
For the collar, cast on 120 (136) sts on circular needles No. 4.5 along the edge of the neckline and knit in the round with a pearl pattern. After 20 cm, close the loops according to the drawing.
For wide cuffs, cast on (slightly lowering the sleeve) 62 (70) sts and knit with an elastic band. After 20 cm, close the loops according to the drawing.
Sew side seams and bottom sleeve seams.
Photo: Verena Podium magazine No. 2/2017 
21. Openwork jumper with dolman sleeves
Wide jumper with dolman sleeves. To ensure that the pattern is distributed equally to the sleeves, the model is knitted from the middle in both directions.
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (100% cotton; 100 m/50 g) - 800 (900) g cream; hook number 6.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
ST. B/N
Start each row with 1 ch. instead of 1st tbsp. b/n and finish 1 connection. Art. in v.p. rise.
"RACHI STEP"
Art. b/n perform in the direction from left to right.
PATTERN ON 17 STARTING LOOPS
Knit according to diagram and rotate the rows as indicated. Start with loops before the repeat, repeat the repeat constantly, finish with loops after the repeat. Perform rows 1–6 once, rows 3–6 constantly repeat. 
KNITTING DENSITY
14.5 p. x 7 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
ATTENTION!
Since the number of loops in the pattern varies, we recommend making a paper pattern for all parts in the original size and making decreases and additions in accordance with our data acc. pattern. To do this, constantly apply the part being performed to the pattern.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
RIGHT SHELF AND RIGHT BACK WITH SLEEVE
Make a chain of 86 vp. + 1 ch. lifting and knitting according to the pattern.
After 14 (16) cm from the initial row, put the work aside and knit the 2nd piece in the same way.
Now knit on all loops, while in the 1st row, when connecting the parts, make a pattern according to the drawing.
After 25 (30) cm from the initial row, decrease 65 (60) sts on both sides of the pattern.
After 60 (65) cm from the initial row, finish the work.
LEFT SHELF AND LEFT BACK WITH SLEEVE
Knit in a mirror image, but perform the 1st row in the initial loops of the 1st part.
Lightly moisten the pieces, stretch them according to the dimensions indicated on the pattern and leave until completely dry. Sew the sleeve seams.
Tie the neckline and edges of the parts with 1 round row of st. b/n and 1 in a circular row “crawfish step”.
When finished, lightly steam all seams.
Photo: “Little Diana” magazine. Special issue" No. 5/2016
22. Bat Pullover
A loose pullover with dolman sleeves and beautiful contrasting trim - for any age and figure.
DIMENSIONS
34–36 (40–42) 46–48
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (100% silk; 100 m/50 g) 450 (500) 550 g beige and 100 (100) 150 g pink; knitting needles No. 5; set of double needles No. 5; hook No. 4.5.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
Knit stitch = knit all stitches in circular rows.
Openwork pattern on 13 loops = knit according to. scheme.
The diagram shows facial rows/odd circular rows. In purl rows/even circular rows, purl/knit all stitches and yarn overs.
Repeat rows 1–12/circular rows constantly. 
Important: always perform as many yarn overs as stitches were decreased, and vice versa.
Openwork crochet pattern on 10 initial loops = knit acc. crochet pattern. Start each circular row with 3 vp. instead of 1st tbsp. s/n and finish 1 connection. and perform the 1st–7th circular rows 1 time. 
KNITTING DENSITY
Pattern 2 (knitting needles No. 5) 23 sts x 27 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
PULLOVER
Using beige thread, cast on 106 (119) 132 stitches and knit pattern 2 between the edge stitches, while adding 23 x 1 stitches for the side bevel on both sides in each 2nd row and then 17 x 2 stitches according to. pattern.
After 30 cm from the initial row, close the sleeves and shoulders on both sides with 1 x 1 p., then in every 2nd row 18 (16) 13 x 1 p. and after that 22 (24) 27 x 2 p. At the same time after 55 cm from the initial row, close the middle 46 (55) 64 p. for the neckline. Finish each shoulder separately, while closing along the edge of the neck in every 2nd row 1 x 3 p., 1 x 2 p. and 2 x 1 p. .
After 60 cm from the starting row, directly bind off the remaining shoulder loops.
Knit like a back, but with a deeper neckline. To do this, after 46 cm from the initial row, close the middle 30 (39) 48 p. Finish the shoulders separately, while closing along the edge of the neck in every 2nd row 1 x 4 p., 1 x 3 p., 2 x 2 p. and 4 x 1 p. At the height of the back, directly bind off the remaining shoulder loops.
Lightly moisten the parts, stretch them according to the dimensions indicated in the pattern and leave until completely dry.
Sew the top seams of the sleeves and shoulders, as well as straight shoulder seams. Sew the side seams and the bottom seams of the sleeves, with the top 17 cm acc. leave the drawing open for the armholes.
Crochet the neckline with beige thread 70 (80) 90 tbsp. b/n. At the station b/n with pink thread, knit 7 circular rows with pattern 3 = 7 (8) 9 repeats.
Using pink thread, crochet the bottom edge and the edges of the armholes in 1 round row, st. b/n and 1 in a circular row with a “crawfish step” (= st. b/n, perform in the direction from left to right). When finished, lightly steam all seams.
Photo: magazine “My favorite hobby. Knitting" 4/2015
23. Cardigan with dolman sleeves
No summer wardrobe would be complete without a classic cardigan, and the bat silhouette and knitted the slats give the openwork romantic model a light sporty touch.
SIZE
36/38 (40/42) 44/46
YOU WILL NEED
Yarn (41% cotton, 32% polyester, 27% linen; 125 m/50 g) - 550 (550) 600 g beige; hook No. 4; circular knitting needles No. 3.5.
PATTERNS AND DIAGRAMS
RUBBER
Alternately 1 knit, 1 purl.
BASIC PATTERN
The number of loops in the initial row is a multiple of 6 + 3. Knit according to. crochet pattern pattern.
Start with loops before the repeat, repeat the repeat constantly, finish with loops after the repeat. Perform rows 1–5 once, then constantly repeat rows 2–5. 
KNITTING DENSITY
21.5 p. initial row x 12 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
ATTENTION!
The cardigan halves, including the sleeves, are knitted crosswise without shoulder seams, starting from the middle of the back. Arrows on the pattern = knitting direction.
PATTERN 
COMPLETING OF THE WORK
RIGHT HALF
For the right half of the back, make a chain of 135 vp. + 3 v.p. rise and knit with the main pattern.
After 6.5 cm = 8 rows from the starting row, leave the work.
For the right front, fasten a new thread in the upper left corner of the back (arrow A on the pattern) and make a chain of 138 vp.
Continue working on all 273 back and front loops in one piece.
For side seams, through 26.5 cm = 32 rows (28.5 cm = 34 rows) 30 cm = 36 rows from the initial back row, skip 25 cm on both sides and for sleeve bevel, skip on both sides in every 2nd row 2 x 5 cm, 3 x 4 cm, 2 x 3 cm and 1 x 2 cm.
On the remaining loops, finish the work after 16.5 cm = 20 rows from the beginning of knitting the sleeve.
LEFT HALF
Knit in the same way as the right half of the cardigan, but in a mirror image, with the 1st row performed directly on the starting row of the right half of the cardigan.
For the sleeve panels, cast on 60 (64) 68 stitches on circular knitting needles along the edges of the sleeves and knit with an elastic band. After 6 cm from the start of knitting the strips, close all the loops according to the pattern.
Sew side seams and sleeve seams, including trims.
Along the sides of the shelves and the edge of the back neckline, dial approx. 279 loops and knit with an elastic band, while in the 1st purl row between the edges, start and finish with 1 purl. Knit the edges like a knotted edge (= knit in each row). After 6 cm from the start of knitting the strap, close all the loops according to the pattern.
Photo: “Little Diana” magazine No. 6/2016
It's November: a time of cold weather, rain (and for some it's already snowing!) and endless gray outside the window. Just for such an occasion, we decided to select three descriptions of sweaters for you, dear knitters!
A bat sweater will not only warm you up in the autumn-winter cold, but will also be an excellent hand-made gift for your family and friends, so we recommend stocking up on hot tea, knitting needles, yarn and endless patience.
Asymmetrical knitted bat sweater
For work we will need:
- pink yarn containing mohair (65% acrylic, 35% mohair, 50 grams per 190 meters) – 5 (6, 7, 8, 8) skeins;
- sp. No. 5;
- sp. No. 5.5;
- cr. sp. No. 5.
The knitting density is 18 p. x 22 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
The product can be tied in these sizes: S (M, L, XL).
Bat sweater: description
Back and front of the product
Using straight sp. No. 5, cast on 89 (93, 101, 105) sts and then continue working with a 2 x 2 elastic band to a height of 9 (9, 10, 10) cm. We continue working according to diagram 1:
Important! We knit the first row in the direction from left to right.
We knit 4 loops before rap., repeat. rap. according to cx. x 21 (22, 24, 25) times, finish 2 loops after rap. and we get 11 (116, 126, 131) p.
Repeat from 1 to 12 pp. according to the diagram.
Having knitted the 7th row, we begin to perform decreases according to scheme 2 (from 8 rows):
Decrease one stitch on both sides in every third row x 35 (37, 37, 40). We put the loops aside.
The front of the sweater is knitted in the same way.
Bat sleeve
Straight sp. No. 5.5, cast on 89 (89, 93, 93) loops and knit further with a pattern according to cx. 1, starting from the seventh row: 3 sts to rap, repeat. rap. x 21 (21, 22, 22), finish 2 sts. = 110 (110, 115, 115) p.
We continue knitting 7-12 pp. according to diagram, while simultaneously performing decreases of the 8th row. according to cx. 2.
Rep. 1-12 pp. according to cx. 1, simultaneous ub. 1 stitch on each side in every third row x 35 (37, 37, 40). We put the loops aside.
Assembly
We make raglan seams. We remove all the loops on the common joints. and start knitting with a 1 x 1 rib, at the same time decreasing 5-4-5-4 sts above the loops of each sleeve. As a result, 10 (8, 10, 8) stitches should be cut. We continue knitting with a 2.5 cm elastic band, after which we close the loops.
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Warm winter sweater with a beautiful pattern
For work we will need:
- yarn (50% wool, 50% cotton, 120 meters per 50 grams) blue;
- sp. No. 4;
- sp. No. 4.5;
- cr. sp. No. 4.5.
The product can be tied in these sizes: 42-44 (48-50).
The following will be used during knitting: types of loops and patterns:
- Pearl pattern: alternate 1 liter. p. and 1 and. p., shifting the pattern by 1 stitch in each new row.
- Openwork pattern with diamonds (ratt. 18 + 4 + 2 edges): knitted according to the pattern below.
Winter sweater with dolman sleeves: description
Back
Sp. No. 4, cast on 114 (132) sts and knit for the bottom bar between the edges. pearl pattern 1 cm (about 3 p.), starting from the wrong side. R.
Let's go to sp. No. 4.5 and continue knitting with an openwork diamond pattern. At the same time at 1 p.m. from the bottom plank we add on both sides for side bevels, first 1 x 1 st, then another 48 times each. 2 r. and crosswise 11 times. in each 2 r. and in each 4 rub. about 1 p., on the added p. we knit with a pearl pattern. As a result, we should get 234 (252) p.
Knitting with knitting needles 46.5 cm = 130 r. from the bottom plank, continue knitting, dividing the loops of the patterns: edge. p., 60 p. pearl pattern, 112 (130) p. openwork diamond pattern, 60 p. pearl pattern, edge. P.
After 63 cm = 176 rubles. (65 cm = 182 r.) from the bottom placket, bind off the loops in one row: the central 50 (58) sts create a straight edge of the neckline.
Front end
It is knitted in exactly the same way as the back, but the neckline here will be round. To knit it, after 56.5 cm = 158 r. (58.5 = 164 rubles) from the bottom strip we close off the central 20 (28) stitches and then knit each side separately.
To round the neck, close the inner edge of each. 2 r. 7 x 2 p. and 1 x 1 p. In the wrong side. bind off the remaining 92 (97) shoulder/sleeve stitches. The second side is knitted in the same way.
Assembly
We sew seams along the sleeves and shoulders. For the collar we dial kr. sp. No. 4.5 along the edge of the neck 120 (136) sts and continue knitting in a circle with a pearl pattern to a height of 20 cm, after which we close the loops according to the pattern.
After this, we knit wide cuffs with knitting needles: cast on 62 (70) stitches and then make a 20 cm elastic band and close the loops according to the pattern.
All that remains is to sew the seams on the sides and along the inside of the sleeves. Knitted winter sweater is ready!
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Selection of schemes
IN modern world A jacket is usually called clothing knitted from woolen material, intended for upper half body, which usually has a front clasp along its entire length. The very name of the jacket was borrowed from the ancient language of the Turks and comes from the word “kaftan”. The origins of the existence of the sweater date back to the eighteenth century from European countries, where this product was used as an insulating element of clothing.
But nowadays, calling something a jacket sometimes means different models of blouses, so it’s worth considering the product from different angles, covering absolutely all contexts.
Features and Benefits
The cut of the bat model sweater is the most ancient of all known styles, since in ancient times National costumes different nations had exactly this pattern. The fashion for the bat cut originated at the beginning of the twentieth century, when young ladies preferred dresses with wide armholes, complementing them with all kinds of belts and belts. But the peak of popularity of the bat model sweater came in the 90s of our century, when elongated styles of sweaters were considered especially stylish, and were used not only as a long sweater, but also as a very short dress.
The peculiarity of the style of this model lies in the one-piece sleeve, on which there is no shoulder seam, as well as the pattern, which has a right angle, which allows you to visually create a model that resembles a bat, which is where the name comes from.
Models
It would seem that the model range of this style of sweater should not be particularly extensive, but still, it surprises with the variety of models. Thanks to such diversity, every girl will be able to choose the right bat sweater model for herself.
With long sleeve
The long sleeve of such a sweater harmonizes well with a slightly elongated hem, which makes this model especially relevant in the cool season, especially if it is made of warm woolen fabric.
As a rule, the sleeve has a wide cut only at the armhole, and as it approaches the wrist, it becomes more and more tight.
Short-sleeve
A short-sleeved model is popular in the warm season, especially if it is made of light fabric. Possible uses as a jacket, in combination with jeans or leggings, and also as an independent part of the wardrobe - as a mini-dress.
A short sleeve may not taper at its end, but remain wide along its entire length.
Openwork
Openwork sweaters bat models can have both long and short sleeve. The peculiarity of this option is its unusual appearance; as a rule, this is a special knitting technique that gives the product a delicate, lace-like appearance.
It looks very elegant, so it may well be suitable as an interesting detail at any festive event.
With clasps
Sweatshirts of the bat model can have fasteners in the form of buttons, snaps or an invisible zipper. This option is most often used as outerwear in not very cool weather, and also makes it easier to put on and take off the product.
Solid
It is a solid model that does not have any fasteners that is well used as a dress, since there is no risk that the jacket may accidentally unbutton, which will put its owner in an awkward position.
Besides, solid models Most often they have a print in the chest area, which looks complete and is not interrupted by fasteners.
By smell
The jacket of the bat model, intended for use by smell, is more reminiscent of a cardigan in appearance and, to some extent, is even a variation of it.
You can complement the product with a belt made of the same fabric, a decorative belt, or simply wear it as a cape over the rest of the outfit.
Who are they going to?
This sweater model is good because it suits almost all women, regardless of age or body type. To differentiate between age categories, models have been created that are more restrained and brighter, more youthful. As for the features of the figure, an important functional feature is the ability of this sweater model to hide existing flaws, while emphasizing the advantages.
Material
A jacket with bat sleeves can be made from a variety of materials, which defines it appearance, as well as relevance for any situation. Let's look at the most popular fabric versions of this product.
Knitted
Most often knitted from thick wool material, the batman sweater has long sleeves, making it ideal for cold weather. In such a product, every girl will feel comfortable and cozy, since the feeling of wearing knitted sweater The bat model is akin to the feeling when you wrap yourself in a warm soft blanket.
The knitting method can be varied, both dense and openwork. Depending on it, the nature of the product as a whole will be determined; it will look casual or festive.
Cashmere
Most often, sweatshirts of the bat model, made of cashmere material, have a fastener or are worn as a wrap, being a type of stylish cardigan. Cashmere, although by its nature a very delicate and not so dense material, still retains heat perfectly and will be pleasant to the body.
Knitted
Sweatshirts made from knitted fabric often have a sporty appearance and matching accessories. But this does not apply at all to the batman model sweater, since thanks to its style it will look elegant and feminine in any fabric variation. Light fabric will only ensure its popularity in the warm season, in combination with other light things.
Color and print
Various color variations, as well as fabric presentation, are very important and have a certain impact on the appearance of the product and the image as a whole.
Bed colors
The colors of bed shades are popular with delicate, romantic girls, as well as among older ladies, because they look quite restrained, but at the same time very feminine. This season, light shades of lilac, pink and blue are especially popular. No less popular are caramel, creamy and milky tones.
Bright colors
Among the bright colors at the peak of popularity are red and its rich, ripe shades - burgundy and cherry, which are especially appreciated by daring, bold natures. Among young people, acidic shades of pink, green and yellow are popular.
And for a business style, dark green and blue colors will be relevant.
Prints
Among the options for various prints, the most popular are floral patterns, as well as images of various animals. Striped colors and small polka dots, which have not gone out of fashion for several seasons, are also relevant.
Decor
Inserts from other fabrics are often used as decorative elements. For example, recently models with a front made of chiffon fabric have become very popular. Also, special charm have models with lace inserts in the sleeve area. And, of course, beautiful buttons or unusual brooches can serve as decorative elements.
What to wear with it?
You can combine a sweater of the bat model with absolutely any thing, at correct selection models. For example, an elongated version will look best with a tight bottom, be it shorts, leggings, skirts, or even simple tight tights. A loose, cropped model will also look good with tight-fitting skirts and trousers, if there is a high waist. As for shoes, any pair will do, as long as they are chosen correctly and fit into the style of the entire look.
Spectacular images
Great stylish look may happen when the right combination white knitted sweater of the bat model with python-colored leather leggings. The combination is quite bold and, to some extent, even daring, so it is worth complementing it with more discreet accessories: a wide brown leather belt fastened on the hips, ankle boots to match the belt and a simple pendant on a long chain.
A very feminine option would be a batman knitted sweater with lace inserts in the back and sleeves. Model white will go well with blue faded jeans, and a black sweater goes perfectly with dark short shorts. As an addition, you can use accessories in the form of metal bracelets and high-heeled shoes.
The version of the bat sweater made of cappuccino-colored cashmere with decorative inserts in the form of large beads in the shoulder areas looks quite interesting. Combined with classic dark blue straight trousers, elegant black pumps and unobtrusive accessories, the look is quite suitable for a work environment and will not go too far beyond the office style.
As if the colors of the rainbow smoothly transform into each other, the patterns of exquisite yarn. Particularly expressive effects of the jacket are achieved thanks to different knitting directions. A subtle accent: the intertwined ends of the shawl collar.
Dimensions: 34/36 (38/40) 42/44
You will need: yarn (50% wool, 30% alpaca, 20% polyamide; 145 m/50 g) - 450 (500) 550 g purple and color. section dyed mallows; hook No. 5; 3 buttons color. hollyhocks (size 36").
Main pattern: the number of loops in the initial row is a multiple of 4 + 2. Knit according to. crochet pattern 1. Start with loops before repeat, repeat repeat constantly, finish with loops after repeat. Perform rows 1-8 once, then constantly repeat rows 7 + 8.
Diamond Pattern: the number of loops in the initial row is a multiple of 10+7. Knit according to crochet pattern 2. Complete rows 1-5 once, then constantly repeat rows 4 + 5.
Knitting density: main pattern - 19.5 p. initial row x 14 r. = 10 x 10 cm; pattern of rhombuses - 22.5 p. initial row x 9 r. = 10 x 10 cm.
Back: perform a chain of 86 (94) 102 vp. + 3 v.p. rise and knit with the main pattern.
After 15.5 cm = 22 rows from the initial row, add 2 loops for the batwing sleeve on both sides and then in every 6th row 2 x 2 sts.. in every 4th row 1 x 4 sts.. 1 x 6 p.. 1 x 8 p. and in every 2nd row 1 x 12 p.. 1 x 16 p. and 1 x 28 p. = 246 (254) 262 p.
For increases, perform new chs first. and then tie them with the main pattern.
After 53 cm = 75 rows from the starting row, finish the work.
Left shelf: perform a chain of 44 (48) 52 vp. + 3 v.p. rise and knit with the main pattern.
After 3 cm = 4 rows from the initial row, skip 1 stitch along the left edge of the work to bevel the neckline and then in every 4th row another 11 x 1 stitch.
Increase the dolman sleeves along the right edge of the work, as on the back.
On the remaining 112 (116) 120 shoulder/sleeve stitches, finish working at back height.
Right shelf: knit the same way. like the left shelf, but in a mirror image.
Assembly: sew shoulder seams/sleeve seams. For the sleeve trims, tie the bottom edge of each sleeve, performing 66 stitches with the main pattern.
With a bar height of 5 cm = 7 rows, finish the work. Sew the side seams/bottom seams of the sleeves, including the seams of the sleeve panels.
For the bottom bar, make a chain of 22 ch. + 3 v.p. rise and knit with the main pattern. After 89 (97) 105 cm from the initial row, finish the work. Sew the bottom placket to the bottom edge of the jacket.
For a shawl collar, make a chain of 37 chain stitches. + 3 v.p. rise and knit with a diamond pattern. After 173 cm = 156 rows from the starting row, finish the work. Sew the collar to the neck of the back and the sides of the shelves.
To do this, fold the collar in half and mark the middle, place the middle of the collar in the middle of the back neck and sew both ends to the edges of the neck and sides.
First and last approx. Leave 20 cm of the collar trim hanging. Distributing them evenly, sew the buttons to the left end of the bottom placket. Fasten the buttons through the 2nd and 4th rows of the pattern.