Inspired by the winding charm of Edinburgh’s historic Grassmarket, I’ve tried to capture the spirit of the old cobbled street and sweeping curves. Nestled beneath Edinburgh Castle, the Grassmarket is known for its gently sloping, curved street.

The Grassmarket Slipover is a comfy slipover worked top-down; the yoke is worked flat and joined in the round for the body. Completed with a curved high-low hemline, and finished with double knitted edging along hem and armholes.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited, and test knit by a group of very talented test knitter (a massive thank you to you all!).

Please note that this pattern consists of one pdf file, totalling 12 pages. The file is formatted for A4 paper. This pattern includes written instructions, a link to private video tutorial, summary of textured pattern as a chart, and illustrations.

For pattern support please contact me via email at journeythroughyarn@gmail.com, I am always happy to help you on your knitting journey!
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Difficulty
This pattern has a relatively simple construction, with a cable detail that looks impressive but is simple to achieve. This pattern would be ideal for a motivated beginner and above.

Sizing
This pattern comes in ten sizes: A (B, C, D, E) (F, G, H, I, J)

To Fit Measurements
Bust circumference: 75 (85, 95, 105, 115) (125, 135, 145, 155, 165)cm/ 29.5 (33.5, 37.5, 41.25, 45.25) (49.25, 53.25, 57, 61, 65) inches

Upper arm circumference: 23.75 (26.25, 28.75, 31.25, 33.75) (37.5, 41.25, 45, 48, 52.5)cm/ 9.25 (10.25, 11.25, 12.25, 13.25) (14.75, 16.25, 17.75, 19, 20.75) inches

Garment Measurements
Bust circumferences: 92 (102, 112, 122, 132)(142, 152, 162, 172, 182) cm / 36.25 (40.25, 44.25, 48, 52)(56, 60, 63.75, 67.75, 71.75) inches

Armhole depth: 19.5 (20, 21.5, 22, 22.5)(23.5, 24.5, 26, 26.5, 27.5) cm / 7.5 (7.75, 8.5, 8.75, 9)(9.25, 9.75, 10.25, 10.5, 10.75) inches

Body Length (from underarm to back hem): 39 cm/ 15.5 inches

This pattern is designed to have 17 cm/ 7 inches of positive ease. If you would prefer a more fitted or more oversized slipover, please choose a size based on how much ease is most appropriate for you.

Gauge & Tension
20 sts x 30 rows in 10 x 10 cm/ 4 x 4 inches in stockinette
27 sts x 30 rows in 10 x 10 cm/ 4 x 4 inches in cable pattern

Please swatch - I promise it will make all the difference to the fit of your finished slipover!

Suggested Yarn
665 (735, 805, 875, 945) (1015, 1095, 1175, 1245, 1315) m/285 (315, 345, 375, 405) (435, 470, 505, 535, 565) g of DK-weight yarn

Sample uses John Arbon Textiles Knit by Numbers DK (233m in 100g; 50% BFL/ 50% Merino) (Shade 045).

Suggested Needles
4mm/ US size 6 circular needles (80 cm/ 32”) for the body.
3.5mm/ US size 4 (80 cm/ 32” for body hem; & 25-40 cm/ 10-16” for armhole and collar) for ribbing and double knitting bands.

Notions
1 stitch marker (you might require more if you want to place a marker after every cable pattern repeat), tapestry needle, tape measure, 2 lengths of scrap yarn (approx. 10 cm each), 1 progress keeper (optional), elastic for collar (optional).