Tierra Stitchy Hoodie Knitting Pattern

I had to get one more chunky, warm, sweater in before we head into spring and start making warm weather pieces. This easy hoodie knitting pattern is a lot of fun because it features a variety of stitches and textures. So while it’s made of simple shapes (mostly rectangles), it will keep you interested as you move through the different stitches. 🙂 And seriously, is there anything cozier than a hood? 😉

As usual, you can see the free pattern below, or you may choose to purchase the ad-free printable version from Etsy HERE, or the kit from Lion Brand Yarn (choose any color!) HERE. Yay!

I named this sweater the “Tierra Stitchy Hoodie” because “tierra” means earth or land in Spanish and this is just an earthy, cool, sweater. It’s also got a lot of different stitches, so it’s super stitchy! 😉 Deep thoughts by Jessica, lol.

I’m sort of on a cardigan designing kick, and apparently we like them chunky (recently, I shared the Moonbow Slouchy Knit Cardigan, and you might remember the Coziest Cable Cardigan as well). I wear cardigans so often in the winter months, and the design possibilities are endless!

This hoodie is the warmest of all of my cardigans as it’s not only got the cozy hood, it’s also made with a super bulky wool blend. As many of you know, Wool Ease Thick & Quick is a go-to yarn for me. It’s a wool blend, yet it’s soft and washable. And no worries if you can’t use wool! You can easily substitute the yarn with any super bulky #6 that you like. I often get the question as to what yarn you can sub if you don’t like wool. Usually I’ll suggest the Lion Brand Hometown USA as it’s a super bulky 100% acrylic that could work. But again, you can sub any #6 yarn that you like or that you can get your hands on in your area.

You’ll knit this flat (unless you choose to knit the sleeves in the round), by making several rectangles and then seaming each piece together. This makes it easier for new knitters! Even the hood is knit by making a long rectangle, folding and seaming to attach it to the cardigan.

So shall we hop to the pattern?

Remember that you can see the free pattern below, or you can grab the printable, PDF from Etsy HERE (If you’re a Mamas Maker Member, you can grab the printable in the library HERE)

Description:

Featuring various textures and chunky fabric, this hoodie is toasty
warm and sure to be noticed! The beginner friendly construction makes it
doable for knitters of all ability levels. As you make this sweater, you’ll love
moving through the different stitch patterns including, stockinette, Irish moss
stitch and seed stitch. Get ready to cozy up with your comfy new sweater!

Materials:

US Size 15, 10 mm 36” circular knitting needles & straight needles (optional)
(adjust needle size as necessary to obtain correct gauge)

7 (8,9,11,13) Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease Thick & Quick in Terra Cotta 170
g/skein Pattern uses approximately 1100 g (1293 g, 1523 g, 1797 g, 2125 g)

Grab the convenient kit from Lion Brand Yarn HERE, available in several color options

Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Measuring Tape

Sizes: Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large, XL FOR REFERENCE: (I am wearing the hoodie in the photos and am 5’5″, 105 lbs and 32″ bust and I’m in the size XS) There is a lot of positive ease!

Gauge: Approximately 8 stitches and 11 rows in 4” x 4” of stockinette

Please follow the key throughout the pattern according to the size you are
knitting: XS (S, M, L, XL)

Bust Circumference (approximate finished size):
XS – 44”
S –48”
M– 52”
L–56”
XL- 60”

Length (approximate):
XS – 23”
S– 25”
M– 27”
L – 29”
XL-31”

Sleeve Length:
XS – 17”
S – 17”
M – 17.5”
L – 18”
XL -18.5

Sleeve Width when seamed (approximate width at widest point):
XS – 6.5”
S – 7”
M– 7.5”
L– 8”
XL – 8.5”

Abbreviations & Skills:
k – knit
p – purl
st – stitch
sts – stitches
k2tog – knit two together decrease

Pattern Notes:

This hoodie cardigan is knit by making one rectangular panel for the back and two
rectangular panels for the front (see schematic). Sleeves and hood are then knit
separately and seamed to the cardigan. If you’re experienced, you can certainly
modify the pattern to knit the sleeves in the round and avoid seaming. Consider
blocking panels and sleeves to shape and size before final assembly. You may make
the hoodie longer by knitting more rows on each panel to add length. If you do
adjust the length, keep yarn needs in mind! The pattern calls for circular needles even
while it is knit flat. The circular needles are necessary to comfortably hold all of the
stitches. Have fun!

Tierra Stitchy Hoodie Easy Knitting Pattern

Back Panel (make 1)
*stitch count remains the same throughout the pattern
Cast on 46 (50, 54, 58, 62)
1×1 Ribbing Pattern
Row 1 *K1, p1; repeat from * across the row.
Rows 2 – 6 Repeat row 1.
Irish Moss Stitch Section
Row 7 (Right Side) *K1, p1; repeat from * across.
Row 8 (Wrong Side) *K1, p1; repeat from * across.
Row 9 *P1, k1; repeat from * across.
Row 10 *P1, k1; repeat from * across.
Row 11 – 22 Repeat rows 7 – 10, in that order.
Stockinette
Row 23 Knit across.
Row 24 Purl across.
Repeat rows 23-24, in that order, until entire panel measures 23” (25”, 27”, 29”, 31”).

Cast off and weave in ends.

Front Panel (make 2)
Cast on 20 (22, 24, 26, 28)
*stitch count remains the same throughout the pattern
1×1 Ribbing Pattern
Row 1 *K1, p1; repeat from * across the row.
Rows 2 – 6 Repeat row 1.
Irish Moss Stitch
Row 7 (RS) K5, *k1; p1; repeat from * to last 5, k5.
Row 8 (WS) K5, *K1, p1; repeat from * to last 5, k5.
Row 9 K5, *P1, k1; repeat from * to last 5, k5.
Row 10 K5, *P1, k1; repeat from * to last 5, k5.
Row 11 – 22 Repeat rows 7 – 10, in that order, just as with the back panel.
Garter Stitch (this is on the front panels only)
Rows 23 – 26 Knit across.
Stockinette
Row 27 (RS) Knit across.
Row 28 (WS) K5, p to last 5, k5.
Repeat rows 27 & 28 in that order until panel measures 23” (25”, 27, 29, 31”) and matches the length of the back
panel.

Cast off and weave in ends.

Sleeves (make 2)
Cast on 28 (30, 32, 34, 36)
Garter Stitch
Rows 1 – 4 Knit across.
Stockinette
Row 5 Knit across.
Row 6 K3, p to last 3, k3.
Repeat rows 5 & 6, in that order, until sleeve measures 9” (all sizes).
Next, you’ll work the seed stitch.
Seed Stitch
Row 1 *K1, p1; repeat from * across.
Row 2 *P1, k1; repeat from * across.
Repeat rows 1 & 2 of seed stitch section until entire sleeve measures 14” (all sizes).
Decrease Row
Row 1 K2tog, k across to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Ribbing
Row 1 *K1, p1; repeat across.
Repeat row 1 from this ribbing section until entire sleeve measures 17” (17”, 17.5”, 18”, 18.5”).

Cast off and weave in ends.

Hood
You’ll make the hood by knitting a long rectangle, then folding it in half and seaming up one side. You’ll then sew it onto your cardigan.

Cast on 22 ( 22, 24, 24, 24)
Row 1 Knit across.
Row 2 K5, p to last 5, k5.
Repeat rows 1 & 2, in that order, until piece measures approximately 24” long.
Cast off and weave in ends.
Fold hood widthwise. With your tapestry needle and a length of yarn, seam up one side (this seamed side will be the back of the hood).

Assembly (see schematic for visual guidance)
Place two front panels directly on top of back panel, aligning outer edges and leaving space in the middle for the neck.
Using a simple whip stitch, sew the shoulders along the top on each side.
You may choose to sew sleeves onto cardigan before or after seaming the sleeves.
Seam sleeves with a simple whip stitch.
Seam up sides of the cardigan with a simple whip stitch leaving openings for the sleeves.
Place hood along the top, center of the cardigan. The seam of the hood should be lined up in the center of the back panel. The opening of the hood should be at the front of the cardigan. Pin the hood in place if necessary in order to sew it evenly onto the cardigan, working along the upper portion of the two front panels and the neck area of the back panel. If you have extra yarn, you could even add pockets!
Weave in all those ends.

Now, cuddle up in your new hoodie!

Schematic:

So what do you think? Are you going to try this one out? If so, definitely feel free to share in the comments on my Facebook page, or tag me over on Instagram. I always check them, even if it takes me a week or so to get to it!

XO,

Jessica

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Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for sponsoring this post. All opinions are 100% my own.