Ruke Zuzu sweater by Neringa Ruke

Ruke Zuzu sweater

Knitting
May 2025
both are used in this pattern
yarn held together
Sport
+ Lace
= Worsted (9 wpi) ?
17 stitches and 25.5 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch pattern after washing
US 8 - 5.0 mm
XS (S) M (L) XL (2X) 3X (4X) to be worn with 40cm (16in) positive ease. Shown in size L.
English
This pattern is available from rukeknit.com for €6.00.

The Zuzu sweater is an oversized knit with wide raglan sleeves and an open O-neckline (loose enough for comfort but not overly wide), making it perfect for slightly cooler weather. The sweater is worked from the top down using M1R and M1L increases. It features five color blocks separated by thin stripes, creating an eye-catching yet subtle look. The hem has small slits on both sides. Thanks to its balanced design, the sweater allows a light breeze to pass through while still keeping you warm. It’s a great project for using up your yarn stash and mixing colors creatively. So grab your needles and start knitting your Zuzu sweater!

Sizes:
XS (S) M (L) XL (2X) 3X (4X) to be worn with 40cm (16in) positive ease. Shown in size L.

Yarns (two yarns held together):

  1. Ruke knit, Wool (100% Wool; 100g (3.5oz) = 350m (383yds)).
  2. Filcolana, Tilia (70% Kid mohair, 30% silk; 25g (0.9oz) = 210m (83 yds)).

Yarn weight (Worsted/Afghan/Aran):
1. Ruke knit, Wool (the provided quantity is for one color):
100 (100) 100 (100) 100 (200) 200 (200) g
3.5 (3.5) 3.5 (3.5) 3.5 (7) 7 (7) oz
1 (1) 1 (1) 1 (2) 2 (2) balls
235 (235) 235 (235) 235 (470) 470 (470) m
257 (257) 257 (257) 257 (514) 514 (514) yds

  1. Filcolana, Tilia (the provided quantity is for one color): 2 (2) 2 (2) 2 (3) 3 (3) balls

Needles:
5mm (US8, UK6) 40-60-80cm (16-24-32in) circular needles and 5mm (US8, UK6) 20cm (7.75in) 5 pcs. double point needles.

Gauge:
10cm x 10cm (4in x 4in) = 17 stitches x 25.5 rows in Stockinette stitch pattern after washing.

Notions:
9 closed stitch markers, 2 pieces 50cm (20in) length different colour yarn, tapestry needle.