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✨ Why You’ll Love Turtle Dove V-neck

The Turtle Dove V-neck by Sonder Yarn Co. is a relaxed, effortlessly stylish pullover that combines timeless simplicity with luxurious texture. Inspired by the popular Turtle Dove Cardigan, this sweater reimagines the design as a cozy V-neck pullover featuring soft stockinette fabric, deep raglan shaping, and elegant twisted rib details.

Worked seamlessly from the top down, the pattern allows knitters to try on the garment as they go, making it easy to achieve the perfect fit. Holding a DK-weight yarn together with a fluffy lace-weight strand creates a wonderfully soft fabric with beautiful depth, warmth, and a subtle halo that enhances the sweater’s modern appearance.

Whether you’re dressing it up with skirts and dresses or wearing it casually with jeans and lounge pants, Turtle Dove V-neck is a versatile wardrobe staple that you’ll reach for throughout the year.

🧶 Pattern Highlights

Designer: Sonder Yarn Co.

Published: December 2024

Originally Published In:

• Sonder Yarn Co.

Category: Sweater → Pullover

Craft: Knitting

Construction: Seamless top-down raglan sweater.

Design Features:

• Top-down construction
• Seamless design
• Deep raglan sleeves
• Classic V-neck
• Twisted rib neckline
• Twisted rib cuffs and hem
• Stockinette body
• 3/4-style relaxed raglan shaping
• Worked partly flat before joining in the round
• Soft two-strand fabric
• Comfortable oversized fit

Available Sizes

1 (2, 3, 4, 5) (6, 7, 8, 9)

Finished Chest Circumference

44.5 (47.5, 51.5, 55, 59.5) (63.5, 68, 72, 76.5) inches

113 (120.5, 131, 139.5, 151) (161.5, 172.5, 183, 194.5) cm

Recommended Ease

12–14 inches (30.5–35.5 cm) of positive ease

📏 Materials & Gauge

Yarn

Suggested Yarn

• Sonder Yarn Co. Sunday Morning DK
• Sonder Yarn Co. Halo

The sweater is knitted by holding one strand of DK yarn together with one strand of lace-weight mohair/silk yarn throughout.

Yarn Weight

DK + Lace = Worsted (9 WPI)

Yarn Requirements

Approximately 749–1,608 yards (685–1,470 meters)

Sunday Morning DK

• 3 (4, 4, 4, 5) (5, 5, 6, 6) skeins

Halo

• 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins

Needles

• US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needles for the main fabric
• US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles for ribbing
• US 7 (4.5 mm) needles for small-circumference knitting
• US 8 (5 mm) crochet hook for finishing

Gauge

16 stitches and 21 rows = 10 cm (4 inches)

Measured in stockinette stitch after blocking.

Additional Materials

• Stitch markers
• Waste yarn or stitch holders
• Tapestry needle
• Measuring tape
• Scissors

🌸 What Makes This Sweater Special

Turtle Dove V-neck blends effortless comfort with refined details that elevate a classic everyday sweater. The deep raglan lines create a relaxed, flattering silhouette, while the V-neck opening framed by twisted ribbing adds a polished finish without unnecessary complexity.

One of the standout features is the fabric itself. By holding a soft DK yarn together with a delicate lace-weight mohair blend, the sweater gains warmth, loft, and an elegant fuzzy halo while remaining surprisingly lightweight. The result is a garment that feels luxurious to wear and showcases beautiful stitch definition.

Because the sweater is worked from the top down, knitters can easily adjust the body and sleeve lengths to suit their preferences. The generous positive ease also makes it comfortable to layer over shirts and dresses, ensuring it becomes a versatile piece you’ll wear season after season.

👕 Style & Wear Tips

• Wear it with your favorite jeans for an effortlessly casual outfit.
• Layer it over dresses or tunics during cooler weather.
• Pair it with tailored trousers for a relaxed yet polished look.
• Soft neutral shades beautifully emphasize the fluffy halo and textured ribbing.
• If you prefer a more structured neckline, use a smaller needle size for the collar as suggested by the designer.
• Block gently to smooth the fabric while preserving the sweater’s soft loft and drape.

🔗 Get the Original Pattern

This pattern is available as a FREE Ravelry download.

👉 https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/turtle-dove-v-neck