Diamond Sweater Knitting Pattern PDF | Chart-Free Textured Pullover S–XL

Knit a cozy, textured pullover with this Diamond Sweater Knitting Pattern PDF.

The Cozy Lodge Diamond Sweater is a relaxed, boxy pullover featuring an allover knit-and-purl diamond texture, drop shoulders, long sleeves, and a simple round neckline.

The entire diamond motif is provided with written row-by-row instructions, so you can create the textured design without reading a knitting chart.

Designed in 4 sizes from S through XL, this sweater has an intentionally roomy fit with generous positive ease for a comfortable, modern silhouette.

Pattern Details

• Pattern Type: Digital knitting pattern PDF
• Skill Level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate
• Sizes Included: S, M, L, XL
• Style: Relaxed drop-shoulder pullover
• Construction: Worked flat in separate pieces
• Design: Allover diamond texture
• Instructions: Chart-free written stitch pattern
• Yarn Weight: Worsted / Light Aran
• Needles: US 5 / 3.75 mm
• Gauge: 22.5 stitches and 30 rows = 4" / 10 cm in diamond texture after blocking
• Fit: Relaxed and oversized with positive ease

Sizes Included

Choose your size according to your finished bust measurement and preferred amount of ease.

Small

• Fits actual bust: 32–36"
• Finished bust: 40"
• Finished length: 24"

Medium

• Fits actual bust: 36–40"
• Finished bust: 45.75"
• Finished length: 25"

Large

• Fits actual bust: 40–46"
• Finished bust: 51.25"
• Finished length: 26"

XL

• Fits actual bust: 46–52"
• Finished bust: 57"
• Finished length: 27"

For an oversized look, the pattern recommends choosing a finished bust approximately 6–10 inches larger than your actual bust. For less ease, choose a size that still gives at least 4 inches of positive ease.

Yarn Requirements

Use a smooth worsted or light aran weight yarn with good stitch definition.

Approximate yardage:

• S: 1,500–1,650 yd
• M: 1,700–1,875 yd
• L: 1,900–2,100 yd
• XL: 2,150–2,400 yd

A wool or wool-blend yarn will help the diamond texture stand out clearly.

What You'll Need

• Worsted or light aran weight yarn
• US 5 / 3.75 mm needles
• US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needle for the neckband
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch holders or scrap yarn
• Stitch markers
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Row counter
• Blocking pins

What's Included

Your downloadable knitting pattern includes:

• Complete written sweater instructions
• 4 sizes from S to XL
• Finished measurement chart
• Yarn requirements
• Gauge instructions
• Knitting abbreviation guide
• Fully written diamond texture
• Size-specific stitch repeat counts
• Back instructions
• Front neckline shaping
• Sleeve instructions
• Sleeve increase plans
• Drop-shoulder construction
• Neckband instructions
• Seaming directions
• Modern measurement schematic
• Fit-adjustment guidance
• Quality-check checklist
• Finished reference image

Chart-Free Diamond Texture

The standout feature of this pattern is the allover diamond knit-and-purl texture.

Instead of following a chart, the motif is written out row by row.

The pattern uses a 16-stitch repeat, with separate repeat counts provided for each sweater size.

The raised knit stitches sit against a purl background to create the diamond lines across the body and sleeves.

Relaxed Drop-Shoulder Construction

The back, front, and sleeves are all worked flat from the lower edge upward.

There is no traditional armhole shaping. Instead, the straight upper sleeve edge is sewn into the side of the body to create the relaxed drop-shoulder silhouette.

After the shoulders are joined, stitches are picked up around the neckline and worked in the round for the neckband.

The sleeves and side seams are then sewn to complete the sweater.

Customizable Fit

The pattern also includes guidance for adjusting:

• Body length
• Sleeve length
• Sleeve width
• Neckline width
• Neckband firmness

This makes it easier to fine-tune the sweater while keeping the diamond texture consistent.

Cozy Everyday Style

This textured pullover is a great project for:

• Fall and winter wardrobes
• Cozy lodge-inspired style
• Oversized sweater lovers
• Textured knitting projects
• Knit-and-purl pattern practice
• Chart-free knitters
• Handmade gifts
• Classic neutral sweaters

Choose an ecru, cream, oatmeal, or natural wool for the cozy look shown in the reference image, or use a richer color to make the diamond texture stand out.

PLEASE NOTE — DIGITAL KNITTING PATTERN

This listing is for a DIGITAL KNITTING PATTERN PDF only.

No finished sweater, yarn, or physical product will be shipped.

You will receive the knitting instructions needed to make the Cozy Lodge Diamond Sweater yourself.