Stockinette tee pattern by Svetlana Volkova

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✨ Why You’ll Love Stockinette Tee

The Stockinette Tee by Svetlana Volkova is a clean, contemporary wardrobe essential that proves simplicity never goes out of style. Designed with a seamless top-down raglan construction, this versatile pullover features smooth stockinette fabric and elegant i-cord finishes, creating a polished garment that pairs effortlessly with almost any outfit.

Its relaxed silhouette and positive ease make it comfortable to wear throughout the year, while the uncomplicated design allows the beauty of the yarn to shine. Whether you’re looking for an everyday knit or a timeless layering piece, Stockinette Tee offers an enjoyable project that results in a garment you’ll reach for again and again.

Suitable for knitters who appreciate minimalist design, this pattern balances modern construction with classic styling.

🧶 Pattern Highlights

Designer: Svetlana Volkova

Published: February 2024

Published In: Tweedysheep

Category: Sweater / Pullover

Construction: Seamless top-down raglan worked in the round

Design Features:

Top-down raglan construction
Seamless one-piece knitting
Stockinette stitch body
Elegant i-cord edging on sleeves and hem
Positive ease fit
Video tutorial included
Written instructions with schematic

Available Sizes

Finished Chest Circumference

26.9 / 31 / 34.7 / 38 / 41.7 / 45.9 / 49.6 / 53.7 / 57.4 inches
68 / 79 / 88 / 96 / 106 / 116 / 126 / 136 / 146 cm

The inclusive size range allows knitters to select the amount of positive ease that best suits their preferred fit.

📏 Materials & Gauge

Yarn

Suggested Yarn

Garnstudio DROPS Air

Yarn Weight

Aran (8 WPI)

Fiber Content

70% Alpaca
23% Polyamide
7% Wool

Yarn Length

164 yards (150 meters) per 50 g skein

Yarn Requirements

Approximately:

4 / 4 / 5 / 5 / 6 / 6 / 7 / 7 / 8 skeins

Total Yardage

Approximately 600–1,300 yards (549–1,189 meters) depending on size.

The pattern may also be worked with another worsted- or aran-weight yarn that achieves the required gauge.

Needles

US 8 (5.0 mm) circular needles
US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles

Needles should be long enough for the magic loop technique if preferred.

Gauge

17 stitches and 24 rows = 10 cm (4 inches)

Measured in stockinette stitch after blocking.

Additional Materials

Tapestry needle
Scrap yarn
Stitch markers

🌿 What Makes This Tee Special

Stockinette Tee celebrates clean lines and thoughtful finishing details. The seamless top-down raglan construction allows you to try on the garment as you knit, making it easier to customize the overall length for your personal style.

Rather than using traditional ribbing, the sleeves and hem are finished with elegant i-cord edging, giving the tee a refined, contemporary appearance. The soft halo created by DROPS Air enhances the smooth stockinette fabric, resulting in a lightweight garment that feels cozy without becoming heavy.

Its minimalist design also makes it an excellent foundation for experimenting with different yarn colors, textures, and styling options.

👕 Style & Wear Tips

Pair it with jeans, linen trousers, or skirts for an effortless everyday outfit.
Layer it over a lightweight shirt during cooler months.
Solid colors beautifully showcase the clean lines of the design.
Block the finished tee carefully to even the stitches and improve drape.
Choose neutral shades for a timeless wardrobe staple or brighter colors for a modern statement piece.