Sweater Knitting Patterns
The Retro Bubblegum Pullover Free Pattern
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July 02, 2026
The Retro Bubblegum Pullover Free Pattern
Capture the essence of Y2K fashion with this vibrant and playful bubblegum pullover. Featuring bold stripes and a relaxed fit, it's the perfect throwback piece to add to your wardrobe. This pattern is designed for beginners, allowing you to create a stylish and cozy sweater that showcases your knitting skills.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight, 100% acrylic
- Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles
- Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Step-by-Step Instructions
Back
- Cast on 90 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method for a stretchy edge.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing (knit 2, purl 2) for 2 inches to create a snug hem.
- Switch to stockinette stitch (knit one row, purl the next) and continue until the piece measures 20 inches from the cast-on edge.
- Once you reach the desired length, bind off all stitches loosely to maintain elasticity.
Front
- Cast on 90 stitches using the same method as the back.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
- Change to stockinette stitch and knit until the front measures 18 inches.
- To shape the neck, bind off the center 20 stitches and work each side separately.
- On each side, decrease 1 stitch at the neck edge every other row a total of 5 times.
- Continue to work even until the front measures the same as the back (20 inches).
- Bind off all stitches loosely.
Sleeves (make 2)
- Cast on 40 stitches.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 2 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch, increasing 1 stitch at each end every 6th row until you have 70 stitches.
- Continue to knit even until the sleeve measures 18 inches from the cast-on edge.
- Bind off all stitches loosely.
Finishing
- Sew the shoulder seams together using a whip stitch or your preferred method.
- Pick up and knit 80 stitches around the neck edge to create a neckband.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing for 1 inch, then bind off all stitches loosely.
- Sew the sleeves to the body of the pullover at the armholes.
- Finally, sew the side seams and sleeve seams to complete your Retro Bubblegum Pullover.
Enjoy your new vibrant and playful sweater that embodies the spirit of retro fashion! Happy knitting!
