Ranking 10 Sweater Knitting Patterns from Beginner to Pro

Have you ever wondered which sweater knitting pattern is perfect for your skill level? In this video, I’m ranking 10 sweater knitting patterns from absolute beginner to advanced pro—covering everything from easy raglan designs to intricate steeked colorwork masterpieces.

I’ll walk you through:
✅ What makes each pattern easy or challenging
✅ The knitting techniques you’ll need to know (raglan, drop shoulder, circular yoke, cables, lace, colorwork, steeking, and more)
✅ My tips for tackling each project with confidence

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to push your knitting skills to the limit, this list will help you find your next sweater project—and maybe inspire you to level up!
I hope you enjoy! Best wishes, Annika

✨ Patterns ranked in this video:
Step by Step Sweater by Florence Miller: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
full video tutorial:    • knit your first sweater! free pattern & de...  

Late Checkout Sweater by Veronika Lindberg: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
full video tutorial:    • How To Knit An Oversized Sweater - Beginne...  

DRK Everyday Sweater by Andrea Mowry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Strokkur by Ysolda Teague (my version): https://www.ravelry.com/projects/Rose...

Fortune Sweater by PetiteKnit: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Lauder by Rebecca Clow: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Maimi by Linda Marveng: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Champagne Pullover by Sari Nordlund: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Antique Filigree by Rachel Illsley: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

Villa Marie by Jennifer Beale: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...

🎥 Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:05 Level 1 - Basic Raglan Sweater
02:51 Level 2 - Drop Shoulder Sweater
04:55 Level 3 - Circular Yoke Sweater
06:08 Level 4 - Colorwork Yoke Sweater
07:39 Level 5 - Lace & Mohair Sweater
08:51 Level 6 - Cable Sweater
09:43 Level 7 - Set In Sleeves & Seamed
10:21 Level 8 - Lace & Cable Sweater
11:16 Level 9 - All Over Colorwork Sweater
12:13 Level 10 - Colorwork, Lace & Steeks

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music by Julian Graf

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