Thistlevine Knit Tunic Pattern – Lace Knit Sleeveless Sweater PDF (XS–5X)
🌿 Thistlevine Knit Tunic Pattern
Textured. Flattering. Made to layer and love.
If you’re ready to knit a garment that looks polished, modern, and completely wearable, the Thistlevine Knit Tunic is the perfect next project. This stunning sleeveless sweater features a beautiful blend of lace columns and flowing wave textures that create movement, shape, and visual interest from top to bottom.
Designed to be worn as a layering piece, this tunic pairs effortlessly over button-down shirts, long sleeves, or dresses—making it a versatile staple you’ll reach for season after season.
The construction keeps things engaging without being overwhelming. You’ll work the tunic in one piece from the bottom front to the bottom back, then seam the sides and finish with clean armhole and neckline edges. The result? A garment that feels as good to knit as it does to wear.
✨ What You Will Love About This Pattern
- Beautiful lace texture with eye-catching stitch patterns
- Flattering tunic length for modern styling
- Sleeveless design perfect for layering
- One-piece construction for a satisfying knit
- Size inclusive from XS to 5X
Who This Pattern Is For
This pattern is perfect for you if:
- You’re an intermediate knitter ready for a garment project
- You enjoy lace stitches and textured knitting
- You want a handmade piece that looks elevated and wearable
- You’re building confidence with garment construction
🧶 Pattern Details
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Craft: Knit
- Pattern Type: Tunic / Sleeveless Sweater
- Construction: Worked flat in one piece, then seamed
- Stitch Patterns: Lace Columns + Zig Zag Waves
- Techniques Used: Knit, purl, yarn over, decreases, shaping, short rows
- Format: Digital PDF Download
📏 Sizing & Fit
Sizes Included: XS (S, M, L/XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
- Finished Bust: 31½ (36, 40½, 45, 49½, 54, 58, 62½)”
- Length: Approx. 26½–36¼” depending on size
- Fit: Designed to sit close to the bust with a flattering silhouette
🧵 Yarn & Materials
- Yarn: Worsted weight (#4) or slightly larger
- Yardage: Approx. 4–9 skeins depending on size
- Fiber Suggestion: Wool or wool blends with good stitch definition
- Needles: US 9 (5.5 mm) + smaller size for edgings
✨ Designer Tip: Choose a yarn with crisp stitch definition to really highlight the lace texture.
📄 Pattern Format & Experience
This is a detailed, easy-to-follow PDF designed to guide you step-by-step through creating a wearable knit garment.
- Clear written instructions for all sizes
- Structured sections for front, back, and finishing
- Stitch patterns broken down for clarity
- Includes charts for visual learners
📥 What’s Included
- Ad-free PDF knitting pattern
- Full instructions for sizes XS–5X
- Stitch pattern guidance + charts
- Finishing and assembly instructions
✨This pattern is also free on the MarlyBird.com website ✨
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Craft:Knitting
Difficulty: Intermediate
Gauge:
18 sts and 26 rows = 4" [10 cm] in Lace Columns pattern
Note: Accuracy of stitch gauge (measured across) is more important than row gauge (measured along) for this item.
✨ Be sure to make a gauge swatch! Wash and block the swatch as you would the finished piece.
✨For this project it is VERY important to do a hanging gauge swatch as well to account for the stretch of the yarn + the weight of the finished garment.
Helpful Resources:
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Needle Size: 5.5 mm
Project Categories: Clothing
Project Subcategories: Vests, Sweaters
Technique: Bottom Up, Lace, Seamed, Worked Flat
Time Required: A few days, A few weeks, A few months
Yarn Suggestions:
Knit Picks, Woodland Yarn (80% Merino Wool/ 20% Baby Alpaca, 180 yds / 165 m, 3.5 oz / 100 g CYCA #4 worsted) 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9) skeins: #3278 Blue Jay Heather
Yarn Weight: Worsted, Aran, Bulky