• Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with set in sleeves — two samples mock neck and folded crew neck
  • Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with folded crew neck
  • Mock neck collar detail on handknit DK sweater by Atelier Castin (Chameleon Sweater Knitting Pattern)
  • Close-up of decorative knitted shoulder braid on Chameleon Sweater by Atelier Castin
  • Cropped length Chameleon Sweater worn by model showing hem and body proportions as well as set in sleeves shoulder fit
  • Crew neck folded collar detail on Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern
  • Close-up of decorative knitted shoulder braid on Chameleon Sweater by Atelier Castin mock neck version
  • Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with folded crew neck
  • Mock neck collar detail on Chameleon Sweater DK sweater by Atelier Castin
  • Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with continuous set in sleeves and crew neck
  • Cropped length Chameleon Sweater worn by model showing hem and body proportions as well as set in sleeves shoulder fit
  • True rounded crew neck folded collar detail on Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern
  • Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with mock neck cropped version
  • Chameleon Sweater knitting pattern by Atelier Castin — top-down DK pullover with mock neck and set in sleeves
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Chameleon Sweater

Chameleon Sweater

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Meet the Chameleon Sweater, a top-down seamless pullover that fits the way a sweater actually should. With a 3D contiguous set-in sleeve construction, precise German short row shoulder shaping, and a signature decorative shoulder braid, this is the pattern you'll return to in every colorway.

Available in 12 sizes (finished bust 88–174 cm / 34¾–68½") with both a mock neck and crew neck option, and regular or cropped length.

What makes this pattern different

The Chameleon Sweater is built around fit. The back is shaped first with German short rows to create a trapezoidal panel, then each shoulder is individually sculpted giving you that rare combination of structured shoulders and comfort. Testers called it "the most well-fitting sweater I own" and said they received compliments on the shoulders specifically.

The decorative knitted braid at each shoulder seam is the quiet signature detail that sets this sweater apart. Worked in the same yarn, it adds polish without complexity.

Pattern details

  • Construction: Top-down, seamless, no sewing
  • Yarn weight: DK — see yarn requirements below
  • Gauge: 20 sts × 28 rows / 10 cm [4×4"] on 4 mm [US 6] needles, blocked
  • Needles: 4 mm [US 6] circular needles + 3 mm [US 2/3] for collar and hems
  • Sizing: 12 sizes — finished bust 88 (92) 98 (102) 108 (114) 124 (134) 144 (154) 164 (174) cm
  • Ease: Approx. 4–14 cm positive ease
  • Length options: Regular (sits ~16 cm past natural waist) or Cropped (~8 cm past waist)
  • Collar options: Mock neck or crew neck (folded)
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Techniques: German short rows, contiguous set-in sleeves, decorative braided shoulder, Italian bind-off, picking up stitches
  • Notions: 13 stitch markers (including 6 removable), scrap yarn or spare cable, tapestry needle.
  • Video support: Yes — all complex techniques are linked with tutorial videos

Yarn requirements

Recommended: Merry Merino 110 by Kremke (50 g = 110 m / 120 yd)

Length Skein count (sizes 1–12)
Regular 9 (9–10) 9–10 (10) 10–11 (11) 11–12 (12–13) 13–14 (13–14) 14–15 (15–16)
Cropped 8 (8–9) 8–9 (9) 9–10 (9–10) 10 (10–11) 11–12 (12) 12–13 (13–14)

Any DK weight yarn that meets gauge will work beautifully. Testers used everything from merino to cashmere blends and alpaca.

What's included

  • Complete PDF pattern (10 pages, metric and imperial measurements)
  • 12 sizes with detailed finished measurement charts
  • Full technique guide with links to video tutorials
  • Abbreviations guide
  • Both collar options (mock neck and crew neck) in one download

Purchase from ateliercastin.com and you can also add this pattern directly to your Ravelry library.

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