The 70's - The Sweater

Style the sweater with denim, leather, or wide wool trousers for a modern look. It works just as well over a dress as it does with a simple skirt, and the graphic patterns make it the natural eye-catcher of any outfit.

• A graphic statement sweater
• A modern design with retro inspiration
• To explore colorwork and pattern knitting
• A hand-knitted garment with personality
• A design that never goes out of style

• Digital knitting pattern (PDF)
• Five sizes – XS (S) M (L) XL
• Complete step-by-step guidance
• Two recommended yarn alternatives with different expressions
• Cosy Cues with technical tips along the way
• Pattern chart and yarn overview

The 70's – The Sweater is a statement sweater with a diamond pattern, zigzag details, and rich color play that builds up throughout the garment. The high ribbed neck and soft puff sleeves balance the graphic pattern, giving the sweater a feminine and modern silhouette.

You can choose between two different yarn combinations that offer the same fit but two completely different expressions – from soft and sophisticated to distinct and classic.

CosyMonday Collection is our signature collection of modern, Scandinavian knitting patterns developed for a lasting wardrobe. The designs combine timeless silhouettes, feminine details, and well-executed constructions with a focus on quality, comfort, and craftsmanship.

XS (S) M (L) XL

The 70's – The Sweater can be knitted with two different yarn combinations. Both provide the same fit but a completely different visual expression.

Soft Depth (recommended)
Filcolana Peruvian Highland Wool – 2 strands
Softer drape, vibrant color play, exclusive finish, a calm and sophisticated expression.

Nordic Structure
Rauma Vams – 1 strand
Clear texture, sharper contrasts, pronounced pattern, a classic Nordic expression.

Option 1 (recommended)
Filcolana Peruvian Highland Wool – 2 strands.

Option 2
Rauma Vams – 1 strand.

Remnants from Garnspesialisten also work well here.

Needles & accessories

• Circular needle 7 mm – 80 cm
• Circular needle 7 mm – 40 cm
• 5 stitch markers
• Darning needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape

12 stitches × 17 rows = 10 × 10 cm on 7 mm needles.

The sweater is knitted bottom-up. Body and sleeves are knitted separately before being joined for the yoke. The graphic pattern is built up along the way and combined with puff sleeves and a high ribbed neck that gives the design its characteristic silhouette.

The pattern is suitable for those who wish to explore colorwork and pattern knitting in a manageable project. Through clear step-by-step explanations, you will learn how pattern, texture, and fit can be combined in a garment with a strong identity and lasting expression.

The 70's – The Sweater is inspired by 1970s fashion, where bold patterns, warm colors, and confident silhouettes took center stage. The design interprets this aesthetic in a modern way through Scandinavian design language, soft qualities, and a timeless fit.

Scandinavian · Graphic · Retro · Modern · Feminine · Statement · Timeless

CosyMonday is founded and run by Anne Turid, a Norwegian knitwear designer with a fashion education from Esmod AS Fashion School. Each pattern is designed with clean lines, genuine quality yarn, and details that make the garment uniquely yours. When you choose a CosyMonday pattern, you become part of a growing community of knitters who share the same love for good craftsmanship and timeless design. Welcome to the universe.