Plus Size Knitting

Fall 2011 Knitting Mags - Part TWO

2011-11-02T05:39:00.001-05:00

Here's another report on Fall 2011 Knitting Magazines. So many plus size patterns this time, that I had to break it all up into several posts! :)

Let's start this time with two patterns for MEN!

From the magazine called "Australian Knitting" Vol 3/No 2 (Winter)

The "Man's V-Neck Jumper" fits up to a 53 inch chest. Cool!
(Sorry - didn't get a photo of that one)

And in "KNIT" Issue 41 - Oct 2011

The "Sherwood Jumper" fits a 53 inch chest as well.

Interesting cables, and a nice neckline as well!

In that same magazine (KNIT), you'll find a ladies "Oceania Skirt", which fits up to a 53" hip.

Next, are three plus size jacket patterns from Interweave Knits (Fall 2011):

The Solstice Jacket fits up to a 53" chest. Very pretty!

The Honeycomb Jacket goes up to 52"

The Angel Fire Jacket goes to 52"
(plus one quarter of an inch....What is that - two stitches? Ha!)

Knitscene (Fall 2011)

has the Bernhardt Cardigan, which goes to 52 inches.

Stay tuned for the next report, which will include size 3X and chest sizes up to 51 inches.

Thank you for your patience with my report this time. I've been going through some crazy things at home, so I'm not my usual chipper self.

Talk soon!

Fall 2011 Knitting Mags - Part ONE

2011-10-24T14:07:00.003-05:00

OK, I know I'm late.....so let's get this show on the road. I need to post my report on Plus Size Knitting Patterns from Fall 2011 magazines while they are still on the shelf!! ACK!

I'm gonna start off by showing the largest patterns I found, after my 4 hour magazine perusal.

In my last report, I congratulated Interweave Knits and Knitting Today for their patterns which fit up to a 59 inch chest! You can read about that here: http://knittingplus.blogspot.com/2011/09/fall-2011-knitting-magazines.html

Time to show you the REST of the winners!

Sandra Knit Trends - No. 3

This issue contains a knitting pattern for a Striped Slipstitch Tunic, which goes up to size 26/28. (Keep in mind that this is German sizing)

Isn't it pretty? Now, I'm thinking that the slip stitches might make the fabric draw in a bit, so the project will DEFINITELY require a good sized gauge swatch.

Our next big size winner is
Knitscene (Fall 2011)

In that issue, you'll find the Charlemont Cardigan - fits up to a 57" chest!

Interweave Knits (Fall 2011) wins again with a large sized men's cardigan. Yay!
The Canyon Cardigan fits up to a 56 1/2" chest!

And here are FIVE patterns from Knitscene (Fall 2011), that fit up to a 54" chest. Nice!

The Pinstripe Pullover

Cooke Cardigan

Morrison Cardigan

Cornsilk Pullover

and Lowry Pullover

There! That will give you a few patterns and magazines to drool over for a while. :)

Stay tuned for the next report, which will contain patterns I found that fit up to a 53" chest. There's even a skirt that will fit up to a 53" hip!

Talk soon, my friends.

Fall 2011 Knitting Magazines

2011-09-30T09:20:00.000-05:00

Okay, as promised, I am taking myself to my local Barnes & Noble every few months, to look through all the knitting magazines, take notes, and snap a few shots of the plus size knitting patterns I find.

This month was wild! I could not BELIEVE how many knitting magazines I found!
EIGHTEEN of them!

It took two trips for me to carry the stacks of magazines from the shelves to the Starbucks counter in the middle of the bookstore.

With so many magazines to view, I knew I'd better settle down in a comfy spot and get a tasty beverage. So, I ordered a large hot tea. I think it was called "African Autumn". Anyway, it was a very yummy flavor, especially with some no calorie sweetener and a squeeze of honey. :)

My trip to the bookstore lasted a VERY LONG TIME this trip. It took over FOUR HOURS to look through all the magazines. I ended up taking over 140 photographs!! And my one cup of hot tea was not enough to get through the entire session. By the third hour, I was ordering a large coffee, and buying a "healthy" snack bar and a banana.

It was a very long day, but I'm SO glad I did it. I found 84 plus size knitting patterns this time!
O M G !!!!!!Can you believe it?

Finally, the knitting pattern designers and publishers are making a good effort at providing patterns for us. But, they still need to do a little more work. Most of the patterns I found only go up to size 2X. That's okay, but doesn't fill the need for all of us. I think that they should provide designs all the way up to size 5X.

I was so happy with two particular designs, so they get the award for:
BEST PLUS SIZE KNITTING PATTERNS
(in a magazine), FALL 2011
We are ECSTATIC to see knitting patterns that include sizes up to a 59 inch chest!!! :D

This design is called "His and Her Rollnecks", and can be found in the "Knitting Today" Oct/Nov 2011 issue. (Ravelry Link)

Apparently, they are proud of the design as well, since it's featured on their cover.

Next is "Cardiff Coat", found in the Fall 2011 issue of "Interweave Knits". (Ravelry Link)

Once again - this design is featured on the cover. :)

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO PLUS SIZE KNITTERS, KNITTING TODAY and INTERWEAVE KNITS!!! :)

In contrast to those fine accolades, I am sad to report that there are still knitting designers and publishers who refuse to believe that plus size people are worthy to wear their designs.
BOO!!! :(

So, our THUMBS DOWN RASPBERRY goes to the following:
Debbie Bliss, Verena, and Filati
What's the deal with you guys?
Don't you realize that you are cutting yourselves off from most knitters?
HELLO!!! ANYONE HOME??

I cannot believe that I wasted my time looking through those particular issues. I wanted to throw them in the trash!! But alas, Barnes & Noble might have been upset with me for doing that. So, I just took them back to the shelf, and made a few derogatory comments as I was placing them with the others. Luckily a few knitters were looking at mags, and heard my comments. ;)

As I mentioned before, I found 84 plus size knitting patterns this time. So, I've decided to do things a little differently with this month's post. Instead of one long post, I'm going to break up the posts into SIZE categories. I will start with the largest size patterns, then move on to the smaller ones.

So, stay tuned for the "rest of the story". (those of us who are older than 35 know who used to say that.)

Summer 2011 Knitting Magazines

2011-06-27T03:54:00.002-05:00

Once again, I took a trip to Barnes & Noble to look through all the latest knitting magazines. I think I'll make this a seasonal thing, 4 times a year.

This time, I ended up with a stack of FIFTEEN magazines! Wow! Barnes and Noble sure does have a nice selection of knitting mags. :)

After gathering together all these magazines, I went to the Starbucks counter and ordered a Venti Nonfat Mocha, so I could relax while perusing the knitting patterns. I finished my beverage LONG before I finished my work, though.

Of course, with so many magazines, you KNOW that I found a lot of plus-size knitting patterns. In fact, there were so many pretty new patterns that I was wishing I had enough money to buy all the magazines and take them home! But, I had to live within my budget, only buying one of them. (Knitter's Magazine 102, Spring 2011) Ravelry Link I couldn't pass this one up, because it was PACKED with gorgeous designs.

There was one knitting pattern that stood far above the rest, so it deserves special recognition.
The "Banstead Pullover"
in Interweave Knits (Summer 2011)

That design earns the Summer 2011
BEST PLUS SIZE KNITTING PATTERN
(in a magazine), because it includes directions up to a 66" chest!!

WOO HOO!! Now, we're talkin!

FINALLY, a nice knitting pattern for plus size women that LOOKS GOOD on our frame.
NICE WORK, INTERWEAVE KNITS!!:)

So, let's get started with the rest of my report. I'll begin with the Knitter's Magazine issue I purchased, since I just ADORE their patterns this time. (Yes, I wear size 2X - 3X)

Knitter's Magazine K102 - Spring 2011

My favorite pattern is "Shells & String" - a lovely dress/tunic, that goes up to size 2X. I'm really wanting to make this, to wear over leggings with sandals.

The next pattern I want to make is "Asterisk" - a sweet top, with asterisk embroidery details - This one also goes up to size 2X

"Weathered Sandstone" also looks nice - again, goes up to size 2X

There are many more plus-size patterns in this issue, so here goes:

"Triangle Windows" vest - up to size 2X

"Jungle Breeze" - up to size 2X

"Blended Stripes" - up to size 2X

"Nautical Notes" - up to size 2X

"Beaded Blue" - up to size 2X

"Angles in Lime" - up to size 2X

"Redrocks" - up to size 2X

There were some other patterns that also went to size 2X, but my photos didn't turn out well enough to blog them. They are "Nefer TeeTee", "Arches", and "Boyfriend Blues". I was pleased to also find a size 3X pattern! - "Basketweave Blue".

This issue of "Knitter's" also had some patterns that went up to size 1X, so I'll post them here:

"Tuxedo Stripes"

"Tuscany"

"Beachcomber"

"Sonoma"

"Kiwi Squares"

"Ribs & Waves"

Can you see why I bought that magazine? So many plus-size patterns! I really like Knitter's magazine, because their patterns are easy to follow. In fact, I used one of their patterns to make my very first sweater in 2006!

Okay, enough plugging for that magazine. Let's move onto the REST of the mags in the stack. If you want to stick around and read the whole article, you'd better go make your favorite beverage or snack. This is gonna take a while. :D

In fact, I think I'll go make my breakfast real quick. Be right back!
(insert elevator music here)

I know....you're wondering what I'm having for breakfast. Bacon, Eggs, Potato Rolls, Coffee, Orange Juice. I'm a good eater! Which makes me plus-sized. But, at least I'm happy! :)

Okay, enough about food. Back to knitting!

My next favorite issue this trip is "Vogue Knitting" Early Fall 2011.
This is SUPPOSED to be a report on SUMMER knitting magazines, but HEY, the magazine was THERE....ON THE SHELF! So, I'm gonna report on it. ;)

Take a look at this first beautiful design, and you'll know why I included it. Modestly titled, "Boatneck Top", it is sized up to 2X. I think it should be called "Waves of Heaven" or something. GORGEOUS!

The "Tapered Pullover" looks comfy, and I bet it's easy to knit. Goes to size 2X

And here are the rest of the plus-size patterns in Vogue Knitting:

"Boucle Vest" - up to size 3X

"Cable Rib Jacket" - up to 54"

"Cabled Poncho" - up to size 2X

"Striped Tunic" - up to size 2X

"Long Vest" - up to size 2X

A couple more patterns were plus-size too, but again, my photos didn't turn out well. They were "Scoop Neck Top" and "Drop Shoulder Top" - both go up to size 3X. This issue also contains some capelet patterns - most of them include plus-size instructions.

Okay, let's get back to Summer again, with the "Knitting Today!" June/July 2011 issue. I found two patterns that go to up size 3X, so here they are:

"Beachy Coverup"

"Boatneck Sweater"

Next up is "For the Love of Knitting" Summer 2011, which has 4 patterns that go up to size 2X:

"Gypsy Lee Cardigan"

"Riana Pullover"

"Grape V-neck Cardigan"

"Zig Zag Pullover"

Creative Knitting - July 2011 has 9 plus-size patterns this time:

"White Caps Cardigan" goes up to size 4X!

"Ruffles & Ripples" is LOVELY, and goes up to size 3X. :)

The rest of the plus-size patterns in Creative Knitting go up to size 2X:

"Deep Sea Blues"

"Crosscurrents Tank"

"Corio Bay Tunic"

"Coast to Coast Top"

"Pebble Beach"

"Coral Seas"

"Breezy Shores"

Now, on to "Knit 'n Style" August 2011

Only one pattern went up to size 3X: "The Unisex Tapestry Yoke Sweater"

The rest go up to size 2X

"Patchwork Coat"

"Fraulein Zipper Vest"

"Simple Cardi"

"Chevron Lace Pullover"

"Winter Primrose"

"Asymmetrical Pullover"

My photo didn't turn out well for the "Mushishi Textured Wrap".

There is ONE design for plus-size men, but it only goes to size 2X:
"Argyle & Cable Pullover"

Time for the cool "Knitscene" Summer 2011!

The largest sized design this time (up to 57") is the "Rayleigh Tee", a sailor top that is so cute!

The "Genesee Cardi" goes to 54"

The "Mountour Falls Cardi" goes to 52 1/2"

"Radian Yoke Pullover" goes to 52 1/4"

"Seneca Shrug" goes to 51 1/2"

"Windsor Cardi" goes to 51 1/4"

Time for Interweave Knits! The Summer 2011 issue has several nice plus-size patterns, including the "Banstead Pullover" which goes up to 66"!

The "Mission Cardi" goes up to 55 1/2"

"Pebble & Reed Tunic" goes to 52"

The "Swirl Skirt" fits up to size 52" hips

"Adriatic Cardigan" goes to 51 3/4"

"Torch Lily Tee" up to 51 3/4"

"Coral Cardigan" up to 51"

"Greenhouse Tank" up to 51"

"Dockside Cardi" up to 50"

"Nantucket Vest" up to 50"

The "Camp Smock" will stretch to 50"

And speaking of Interweave Knits, here are the plus-size patterns I found in the latest Interweave Knits Weekend 2011.

I just love the "Peashoot Pullover", which goes to 57 3/4"

Plus-sized men get TWO patterns in this issue. "His Favorite Crewneck" which goes to 57 3/4". (Is it your favorite?)

and "Veddy Vest" which goes to 54"

The "Spoked Cardigan" goes to 54 1/4"

"Jasper Skirt" fits hips up to 54"

"Riot Yoke Pullover" goes to 51 3/4"

This time, I have some plus-sized patterns from across the pond as well.

Knitting June 2011 #90 (UK)

"Hellebore" is a pretty, patterned shrug that goes up to 50"

"Arabella" goes to 54", but my photo didn't turn out.

And "Eddy" is a basic cardigan that goes up to 50"

(I think you guys should wear the "Eddy" cardigan over the "Veddy Vest", so you could call it your "Eddy Veddy Set". Ha!)

Knit Magazine #37 (UK)

"Drop Stitch Sweater" goes to 53"

"Stephanie Tee" goes to 52"

"Sunshine Top" up to 50"

"Cameo Tank" up to 50"

"Kelly Tee" up to 50"

"Silhouette Sweater" up to XXL

And that is the end of my report!
WHEW! What a lot of plus-sized patterns this time! :D

And now, it's time for me to take a LONG nap. See you all next time!

Spring 2011 Knitting Magazines

2011-03-12T06:19:00.002-05:00

Last night, I asked my hubby to take me to Barnes & Noble, so I could look through all the new Spring 2011 knitting magazines. I wanted to see if I could find any nice new plus-size knitting patterns for us! :)

Vogue Knitting (Spring/Summer 2011)

Two Button Vest - goes up to size 2x

Lace Poncho (nice for a beach cover-up)
It says "One Size Fits All", but it looks very roomy on this model. Of course, she's probably a size negative 2. HA HA HA

Love of Knitting (Spring 2011)

Spreading Wings Cable Pullover - goes up to size 3x

Bobbled Lace Cardigan - up to size 3x

Buttermilk Shell - up to size 2x

Yarn Forward (March 2011)

Menai Tank - up to 52" bust

Selina - up to 50" bust

Shady Grove Cardigan - finished bust up to 54"

KnitScene (Winter/Spring 2011)

Bandha Hoodie (up to 53" bust)

Belvedere Cardigan (up to 50" bust)

Camellia Shrug (up to 50" bust)

Magnanimity Cardi (up to 52 3/4" bust)

Interweave Knits (Spring 2011)

Draped Vest - up to 55" bust

Heliotropic Pullover - fits up to 58" bust

Lara Bubble Top - up to 53" bust

Leaf and Picot Cardigan - up to 53" bust

Ruched Yoke Tee - up to 55" bust

Creative Knitting (March 2011)
I decided to buy this issue, because they had a section just for plus-sized ladies! And most of the rest of their patterns were plus-sized as well. They were even nice enough to use a lovely plus-size model for some of them!!! Thank you, Creative Knitting! :)

Cirque Pullover - up to size 2x

Cross-Country Cables - up to size 2x

Dendritis - up to size 3x

Mountain Thyme - from size XL to 3x (they left out the smaller sizes completely!)

Retro Flower Cardi - up to size 2x

Sandy Shores Tunic - up to size 2x

Soiree at Maxim's - up to size 2x

Spring Patchwork Jacket - up to size 2x

Springtime Romance Pullover - up to size 2x

Warming Trend Vest - up to size 3x

Lovely Lavender Cardigan

2010-07-28T17:41:00.003-05:00

Yippee! This plus-sized cardigan took a while to make, but it was worth it.
Love the lace edging, and the knot design throughout.

The free pattern goes up to size 5X, and is called "Satin Lace Edge Cardigan", from the Bernat Yarn website. I used Bernat Satin yarn in a bright Lavender color.

Another Nice Plus Size Sweater!

2010-04-22T21:41:00.003-05:00

Woo Hoo! I just finished knitting another nice plus-size sweater. It's another Bernat pattern, in a booklet called "Cold Front". The pattern is "Cable Yoke Sweater", and goes up to size 5X.

I used Bernat Roving yarn in the color "Lazuli".

Bernat & Patons Plus Size Patterns

2010-01-29T07:20:00.004-05:00

Recently, I was asked to be a blogger for Bernat yarns. Before I agreed, I checked out their website to see if they have any plus size patterns. YIPPEE!! ALL of their women's patterns go up to size 5X!! Love it!

And I found out that Bernat and Patons are run by the same company. So I checked out the Patons websites as well - Yahoo! Some of THEIR patterns go up to size 5X also! :)

So, of course, I agreed to blog for Bernat. Check it out here!
Bernat Blog

Another Lovely Plus Size Knitting Project

2010-01-29T07:10:00.003-05:00

I just finished knitting this lovely "Alpaca Leaf Pullover" this week. Love it!

The pattern is in the "All Alpaca" pattern book by Bernat Yarns. I used their Alpaca Natural Blends yarn to make the sweater, and it went quickly - I completed it in one month. Nice!

My Latest Plus Size Project

2009-10-15T06:50:00.002-05:00

Just wanted to share my latest plus-size knitting project with all of you!

The Bernat Side Button Hooded Cape. I made it with the recommended yarn - Bernat Softee Chunky.

Plus Size Knitting Patterns I've Found

2009-09-03T09:03:00.007-05:00

To start off, here's a website to help you know your size
Yarn Standards for Women's Sizes

**Plus Size Knitting Pattern Websites**
NEW! - Crystal Palace Patterns for size 1X and above
Pat Kirkland's Amplitudes Patterns
Vermont Fibers (has patterns up to size 6X)
Just One More Row (patterns up to 66" Chest)
Oat Couture (has patterns up to 58" Chest)
The Ample Knitters website
White Lies Designs
Large and Lovely Site by Bella Online
Knitting Pure and Simple (this site has PLENTY of plus-size patterns available. You cannot purchase them on that website, but I have discovered that Jimmy Beans sells them online!) ---->Jimmy Beans "Knitting Pure and Simple" Patterns

**Any Size FREE Knitting Patterns**
Any Size Crop Top
Sure to Fit Pullover
Incredible Custom-Fit Raglan
Alpaca Shrug

**FREE Unisex Patterns**
NEW! Hooded Cardigan Jacket (up to 3X)
NEW! Classic V-neck Pullover (up to Women's 3X)
Reindeer Jacket (up to 3X)
Unisex V-neck Aran Sweater (up to 54 inch chest)
Unisex Round neck Aran Sweater (up to 54 inch chest)
Unisex Tunic (up to 50 inch chest)
Contrast Collar & Wristbands Sweater (up to size 5X Ladies and Men)

More FREE Plus Size Knitting Patterns

**Women's Pullovers**
NEW! Peplum Top (up to size 1X)
NEW! Classic Garter Pullover (up to size 1X)
NEW! Beginner Roll Neck Pullover (up to size 1X)
NEW! Front Pocket Ribbed Sweater (up to size 1X)
NEW! Simple Striped Pullover (up to size 1X)
NEW! Hooded Sweatshirt (up to size 1X)
NEW! Newcastle Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Inishturk Aran Sweater (up to size 2X)
NEW! Gossamer Cowl Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! 3/4 Sleeve Classic Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! 3/4 Sleeve Ribbed Yoke Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Basketweave Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Boatneck Raglan Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Southwestern Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Chunky Fair Isle Yoke Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Madison Cabled Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Classic Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Classic Yoke Pullover (up to size 2X)
NEW! Seed Stitch Trim Pullover (up to size 3X)
NEW! Snowflake Pullover (up to size 3X)
NEW! Roll-Edge Pullover (up to size 3X)
NEW! Half Sleeve Pullover (up to size 3X)
NEW! Striped Crew Neck Pullover (up to size 3X)
Deep V-neck Lace Sweater (up to size 3X)
Ribbed Pullover, with Turtleneck/Hood (up to size 2X)
Lace ZigZag Stitch, Textured, Fitted Pullover (up to size 2X)
Simple Pullover (up to size 2X) PHOTO
Mohair Cowl Neck Sweater with Long Sleeves - (up to size 3X)
Woven-look, Boxy Pullover (up to size 3X)
Aran Pullover, with Beautiful Tree Design (up to size 3X)
Fitted, Split Neck Pullover (up to size 3X)
Boat-neck, Smocked Pullover (up to size 3X)
Assymetrical, Cabled, Split Neck Pullover (up to size 3X)
Deep V Neckline Pullover (up to size 3X)
Scoop Neck Sweater (up to size 3X) PHOTO
The Perfect Sweater (up to size 4X)
Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover (up to size 5X)
Classic Turtleneck (up to size 5X)
Sara's Simple Summer Sweater (up to 5X)
Shaker Rib Chunky Sweater (up to size 5X)
Textured Pullover, with Deep Scoop Neckline (up to 52 inch chest)

**Women's Tunics**
NEW! Pleated Tunic (up to size 1X)
NEW! Openwork Tunic (up to size 1X)
NEW! Tunic with Furry Collar and Cuffs (up to size 1X)
NEW! Side Buttoned Tunic (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cable Luxe Tunic (up to size 2X)
NEW! Openweave Lacy Tunic (up to size 2X)
NEW! Bulky V-Neck Tunic (up to size 3X)
NEW! Leaf Pattern Lacy Tunic (up to size 3X)
Lace Ribbon Tunic (up to size 2X)
Pretty Design Textured Flowers Tunic (up to 64 inch chest)

**Women’s Cardigans & Jackets**
NEW! Bulky Jacket (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fitted Knits Mini Cardi (up to size 1X)
NEW! Chunky Shawl Collar Jacket (up to size 1X)
NEW! Beginner's One Button Jacket (up to size 1X)
NEW! Ballet Wrap Sweater (up to size 1X)
NEW! Hip Length Cardigan (up to size 1X)
NEW! Classic Cardigan with Chenille Collar (up to size 1X)
NEW! Patchwork Jacket (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fuzzy Collar Jacket (up to size 1X)
NEW! Ardsley Jacket (up to size 2X)
NEW! Berkeley Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Short Sleeve Cardi (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cropped Short Sleeve Cardi (up to size 2X)
NEW! Dressmaker Detail Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Audrey Cardigan & Scarf (up to size 2X)
NEW! Long, Side Buttoned Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Half Sleeve Kimono (up to size 2X)
NEW! Classic Cabled Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Summer Cardigan & Scarf (up to size 2X)
NEW! Top Down Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cabled V-Neck Cardigan (up to size 2X)
NEW! Diagonal Jacket (up to size 2X)
NEW! Boxy Jacket (up to size 2X)
NEW! Long Sweater Coat (up to size 2X)
NEW! Long, 1-Button Jacket (up to size 2X)
NEW! Inez Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Fitted, Shawl Collar Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Mandarin Collar Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Cozy Collar Jacket (up to size 3X)
NEW! Milo Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Portland Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Chunky, Long Sweater Coat (up to size 3X)
NEW! Flattering Sweater (up to size 3X)
NEW! Bulky Sweater Jacket (up to size 3X)
NEW! One Button Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! "Mink" Coat (up to size 3X)
NEW! Country Jacket (up to size 3X)
NEW! Metro Jacket (up to size 3X)
NEW! Box Stitch Warm Jacket (up to size 3X)
NEW! Simple Garter Cardigan (up to size 3X)
NEW! Houndstooth Cardigan (up to size 5X)
Draped Sweater - (up to size 2X)
Double-Breasted Lace Cardigan (up to 3X)
Cardigan with Bobbled Flowers (up to 3X)
Shaped Cardigan with Cabled Ribs, Raglan Sleeves (up to 3X)

**Women's Tops, Tanks, & Shells**
NEW! Raglan Tee (up to size 1X)
NEW! Graceful Top (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fitted, Ribbed Tank (up to size 2X)
NEW! Ribbon Yarn Shell (up to size 2X)
NEW! Ribbed Shell (up to size 2X)
NEW! Textured Shell (up to size 2X)
NEW! Short Sleeve, V Neck Top (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cabled Shell (up to size 2X)
NEW! Ripple Pullover (up to size 3X)
NEW! Fitted Sleeveless Turtleneck (up to size 3X)
Fitted Bottom-up Seamless Yoke Top (up to 52" chest)
Blaze Zig Zag Cabled Top - (up to size 2X)
Cropped Top with Short Sleeves - (up to size 3X)
Textured, Split Neck Top with Short Sleeves (up to size 3X)
Fitted, 3/4 sleeve, with V-neck (up to size 3X)
Lacy, Fitted, with Ribbon Detail (up to size 3X)
Embroidered, Fitted Top with Short Sleeves (up to size 3X)
Rib Detailed, Crew Neck Top or Tank (up to size 3X)
Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Ribbon Detail (up to size 3X)
Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Buckle Detail (up to size 3X)
A-line Tee, with Rippled Hem (up to size 3X)
Elegant Shell (up to size 3X) PHOTO
Shapely Tank Top (up to 58" Chest)
Shapely Tee (add sleeves to the above tank)
Organic Cotton Summer Tank (up to 62 inch chest)

**Women's Miscellaneous**
NEW! Chenille Vest (up to size 1X)
NEW! Everyday Flair Bolero (up to size 1X)
NEW! Tabard Vest (up to size 1X)
NEW! Close Fitting Dress (up to size 1X)
NEW! Urban Wrap (Ruana) (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fisherman Shrug (up to size 1X)
NEW! Sparkling Shrug (up to size 1X)
NEW! Twin Set (up to size 1X)
NEW! Beginner Bulky Vest (up to size 1X)
NEW! Mitered Vest (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fitted Cabled Poncho Wrap (up to size 1X)
NEW! Fitted Dress (up to size 2X)
NEW! Light Summer Vest (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cable Luxe Dress (up to size 2X)
NEW! Cable Accent Vest (up to size 2X)
NEW! Color Block Vest (up to size 2X)
NEW! Long, Fuzzy Vest (up to size 2X)
NEW! Hooded Ski Vest (up to size 3X)
NEW! Long Vest (up to size 3X)
NEW! Basic, Chunky Vest (up to size 3X)
NEW! Bulky, Turtleneck Vest (up to size 3X)
NEW! Fringed Skirt (up to size 3X)
NEW! V-Neck Dress (up to size 3X)
NEW! Long, Patchwork Vest (up to size 3X)
NEW! Warm Winter Poncho (up to size 3X)
NEW! Glam Knits Circle Shrug (up to size 3X)
NEW! Ruffled Shrug (up to size 3X)
Poofy Capelet (up to size 4X)
Cropped Vest (up to size 5X)
Knit Shrug (up to size 5X)
Knit Poncho (up to size 5X)
Another Knit Poncho (up to size 5X)
Two Piece Poncho (up to size 5X)
Turtleneck Poncho (up to 54 inch chest)

**Men’s Plus-Size Patterns**
NEW! Zip Neck Pullover (up to Men's size 1X)
NEW! Cabled Aran Cardigan (up to Men's size 1X)
NEW! Striped Pullover (up to Men's size 2X)
NEW! Cabled Vest (up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Textured Pullover (up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Fitted, Textured Gansey (up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Ribbed, Rollneck Pullover (up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Chunky Ribbed Pullover (up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover (up to size 2X)
Men's Pullover (up to 5X)
"Mr Biggie" Sweater (up to a 50" chest)

**Plus Size Knitting Pattern Books**
Style at Large
Big Girl Knits
Everyday Style (sweaters up to size 2X)
Family Circle Easy Plus Size Knits (up to size 3X)

**Plus Size Knitting Patterns in Magazines**
Knitter's (has patterns up to 3x)
Creative Knitting (Several plus size patterns!)
Knit 'N Style (some of their patterns go up to size 2x)
Interweave Knits (about half of their patterns go up to size 51" chest)
Vogue Knitting (A few of their patterns have plus sizes)

Yay!!! SO Many Plus Size Patterns!

2009-07-06T09:30:00.003-05:00

Since I started this blog several years ago, the knitting world has learned that we NEED plus size knitting patterns.

I've noticed that now there are LOTS of plus size knitting patterns available. Unfortunately, there are still some companies that continue to ignore us. But, for the most part, everyone else has caught on. As I've said before, "Plus size patterns require more yarn.....HELLO yarn shops!" I think they finally realized that they will make a lot more money off of us. (tee-hee)

One of my goals for this summer is to scrounge the internet for more free patterns for us. I'd also like to update our listing....deleting links that no longer work.

So, keep checking back. I promise to get this taken care of soon.

Thank you all for your amazing patience! Happy knitting!! :D

Happy Times at Plus Size Knitting

2008-07-16T21:54:00.004-05:00

Welcome to your pattern link resource for Plus-Size Knitting Patterns!

I'll try to update our links soon, so you'll have more to choose from.

For now, keep referring to my August post from last year.

Happy Knitting! :)

(That's me, wearing the "Saguaro" top, designed by Kennita Tully. The pattern is found in the Spring 2005 issue of Knitter's Magazine. I enjoyed making this, my first sweater, using cheap cotton yarn that has actually held up pretty well.....two years so far!) :D

New Updated View!

2007-08-13T11:26:00.000-05:00

Since I'm beginning to get LOTS of links for plus-size knitting patterns, I figure I'd better try to organize them a bit, so we can find them easier. What a wonderful problem to have!

Thank you, knitting world, for giving us more options for our plus-size knitting needs!!

**Any Size Knitting Patterns**
Any Size Crop Top
Sure to Fit Pullover (will fit any size)
Incredible Custom-Fit Raglan (will fit any size)
Cobweb Shawl (fits any size)
Alpaca Shrug

**Unisex Patterns**
New! Reindeer Jacket (fits up to 3X)
New! Unisex V-neck Aran Sweater (fits up to 54 inch chest)
New! Unisex Round neck Aran Sweater (fits up to 54 inch chest)
PDF File - Unisex Tunic (up to 60 inch chest)
Harry Potter Wizard Sweater (up to size 2X - Scroll to bottom of page to click for PDF file)

**Women's Plus-Size Knitting Patterns**
Pullovers
New! Beaded, Holiday Pullover (fits up to 52" chest)
New! Pullover with Ruffled Neck & Wrists (fits up to size 2X)
New! Bell-Sleeve, Ribbed, Split-Neck Pullover (up to size 2X)
New! Round Neck Pullover, with Leaf Accent (up to size 2X)
New! Deep V-neck Lace Sweater (fits up to size 3X)
Ribbed Pullover, with Turtleneck/Hood (fits up to size 2X)
Lace ZigZag Stitch, Textured, Fitted Pullover (fits up to size 2X)
PDF File - Simple Pullover (up to size 2X) PHOTO
PDF File - Oversized, Cabled Pullover (up to size 3X)
Mohair Cowl Neck Sweater with Long Sleeves - (fits up to size 3X)
Woven-look, Boxy Pullover (fits up to size 3X)
Aran Pullover, with Beautiful Tree Design (fits up to size 3X)
Fitted, Split Neck Pullover (fits up to size 3X)
Boat-neck, Smocked Pullover (fits up to size 3X)
Assymetrical, Cabled, Split Neck Pullover (fits up to size 3X)
Deep V Neckline Pullover (fits up to size 3X)
PDF File - Scoop Neck Sweater (up to size 3X) PHOTO
The Perfect Sweater (fits up to size 4X) - Thanks, Darlene!
PDF File - Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Classic Turtleneck (up to size 5X)
Sara's Simple Summer Sweater (fits up to 5X)
PDF File - Shaker Rib Chunky Sweater (up to size 5X)
Textured Pullover, with Deep Scoop Neckline (fits up to 52 inch chest)
Dolman Pullover (fits up to 53 inch chest)

Tunics
New! Lacy, Bell-Sleeved Tunic (fits up to size 2X)
New! Tunic with Lacy Front Panel (fits up to 52 inch chest)
Lace Ribbon Tunic (fits up to size 2X)
PDF File - Pretty Design Textured Flowers Tunic (up to 64 inch chest)

Women’s Cardigans & Jackets
New! Tweed Jacket (fits up to size 2X)
New! Diagonal Jacket (fits up to 54 inch chest)
New! Lacy Ribbon Jacket (fits up to 2X)
New! Assymetrical Boxy Jacket (fits up to size 2X)
Draped Jacket - (fits up to size 2X)
Paton's Grace Cardigan (fits up to 3X)
New! Double-Breasted Lace Cardigan (fits up to 3X)
New! Cardigan with Bobbled Flowers (fits up to 3X)
New! Shaped Cardigan with Cabled Ribs, Raglan Sleeves (fits up to 3X)
Dot-Embroidered Cardigan - (fits up to 52 inch chest)
Picture-Embroidered Long Cardigan - (fits up to 52 inch chest)
New! Fitted, 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan (fits up to 55 inch chest)
New! Classic, Shawl-Collared Cardigan (fits up to 55 inch chest)

Tops, Tanks, & Shells
New! Lacy Ribbon Short Sleeve Top (fits up to size 2X)
New! Another Lacy Ribbon Short Sleeve Top (fits up to size 2X)
New! Roll-neck Shell (fits up to size 2X)
New! Asian Style, Short Sleeve Top (fits up to size 3X)
NEW! Fitted Bottom-up Seamless Yoke Top (fits up to 52" chest)
Blaze Zig Zag Cabled Top - (fits up to size 2X)
PDF File - Split Sleeve Top - (fits up to size 2X)
Cropped Top with Short Sleeves - (fits up to size 3X)
Textured, Split Neck Top with Short Sleeves (fits up to size 3X)
Fitted, 3/4 sleeve, with V-neck (fits up to size 3X)
Lacy, Fitted, with Ribbon Detail (fits up to size 3X)
Embroidered, Fitted Top with Short Sleeves (fits up to size 3X)
Rib Detailed, Crew Neck Top or Tank (fits up to size 3X)
Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Ribbon Detail (fits up to size 3X)
Ribbed, Off Shoulder, Short Sleeve Top, with Buckle Detail (fits up to size 3X)
A-line Tee, with Rippled Hem (fits up to size 3X)
PDF File - Elegant Shell (up to size 3X) PHOTO
PDF File "Waves" Tube Top (fits up to 3X)
Shapely Tank Top (fits up to 58" Chest)
Shapely Tee (just add sleeves to the above tank)
PDF File - Organic Cotton Summer Tank (up to 62 inch chest)

Miscellaneous
New! Textured Ribs Vest with Round Neck (fits up to 2X)
New! Turtleneck Vest with Seed Stitch Side Detail (fits up to 2X)
New! Textured Vest (fits up to 2X)
New! Vest with Openwork Edging (fits up to 2X)
New! Simple Kitchen Apron (fits up to 3X)
PDF File - Broken Rib Dress with Bell Sleeves (up to size 3X)
PDF File - Sassy Ruffled Skirt (up to size 3X)
Poofy Capelet (up to size 4X)
PDF File - Cropped Vest (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Knit Shrug (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Knit Poncho (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Another Knit Poncho (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Two Piece Poncho (up to size 5X)
PDF File - Close-Fitting Sweater Vest (up to 48 inch chest)
PDF File - Turtleneck Poncho (up to 54 inch chest)

**Men’s Plus-Size Patterns**
Men's Textured Pullover (fits up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Fitted, Textured Gansey (fits up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Ribbed, Rollneck Pullover (fits up to Men's size 2X)
Men's Chunky Ribbed Pullover (fits up to Men's size 2X)
PDF File - Men's Shaker Rib Raglan Pullover (up to size 2X)
PDF File - Contrast Collar & Wristbands Sweater (up to size 5X Ladies and Men)
Men's Pullover (fits up to 5X)
PDF File "Mr Biggie" Sweater (fits up to a 50" chest)

**Plus Size Pattern Websites**
Pat Kirkland's Amplitudes Patterns
Vermont Fibers (has patterns up to size 6X)
Just One More Row (patterns that fit up to 66" Chest)
Oat Couture (has patterns up to 58" Chest)
The Ample Knitters website
White Lies Designs
Big Girl Knits Yahoo Group
Large and Lovely Site by Bella Online

Yarn Standards for Women's Sizes

Knitting Pure and Simple (this site has PLENTY of plus-size patterns available. You cannot purchase them on that website, but I have discovered that Jimmy Beans sells them online!)
---->Jimmy Beans "Knitting Pure and Simple" Patterns

Lion Brand Patterns in size 1X , Size 2X, Size 3X
(some of them are 2X or 3X Toddler)

**Plus Size Pattern Books**
Style at Large
Big Girl Knits
Everyday Style (sweaters up to size 2X)
Family Circle Easy Plus Size Knits (fits up to size 3X)

**Plus Size Patterns in Magazines**
Knitter's (has patterns up to 3x)
Creative Knitting (has recently added LOTS of plus size patterns! Yay!)
Knit 'N Style (some of their patterns go up to size 2x)
Interweave Knits (about half of their patterns go up to size 51" chest)
Vogue Knitting (I know! I was shocked too! A few of their patterns have plus sizes)

Plus-Size Knitting

2006-08-29T02:49:00.000-05:00

I've been knitting now for a little over three years. One of my biggest frustrations is that most patterns are written for model-thin people. NOT COOL!

If you look at a crowd of people, you'll soon realize that most of us are NOT thin. So, why hasn't the pattern-making public noticed this?

And another thing....you'd think the yarn stores would WANT to have plus-size patterns. Think of how much more yarn they would sell! (Plus size patterns need more yarn to complete the project.) Hello!!!!

Since I spend so much time searching for plus-size knitting patterns, I decided that maybe I should put what I find in one spot. For my own convenience, and for the rest of you plus-size knitwear lovers.

So, without further ado, let's get cracking......

If you know of a knitting pattern (free or not) for plus-sizes, please post a comment.

Thanks!