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🍂 Why You’ll Love Djo
Djo by Sophie Ochera is a modern, colorwork pullover knitting pattern inspired by geometric 1920s textile art. The striking combination of circles, squares and triangles set against a contrasting background creates an artistic and visually dynamic garment. Designed to be knit seamlessly from the top down, this sweater offers engaging colorwork and relaxed shaping, making it ideal for knitters who enjoy both aesthetic detail and thoughtful construction.
🧶 Pattern Highlights
Designer: Sophie Ochera
Craft: Knitting
Category: Sweater → Pullover
Published: July 2024
Skill Level: Intermediate (fair isle/colorwork, shaping, stranded techniques)
Construction: Circular yoke, seamless, knit top-down
Shape: Relaxed, slightly oversized pullover
Languages: English, French, Korean, Swedish
This design keeps knitters engaged with evolving colorwork patterns and makes a striking statement that’s both artistic and wearable.
📏 Materials & Yardage
Yarn Weight: Sport / 5 ply (approx. 12 wpi)
Suggested Yarn: Drailles Laines Malmö Sport; Drailles Laines Lhassa Silk & Mohair
Gauge: 20 stitches and 26 rows = 10 cm in colorwork
Needle Sizes: US 4 (3.5 mm), US 6 (4.0 mm)
Yardage: 601 – 1804 yards (550 – 1650 m) depending on size
Sizes Available: XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL (4XL)
Choosing a blend of sport-weight yarns with a contrast mohair held double can give the colorwork a soft, slightly diffused look while maintaining stitch definition.
💵 Pattern Price
The Djo pattern is available on Ravelry as a paid digital download for €9.84 EUR (approximately $11.95 USD). Purchasing the pattern supports the designer and gives you access to complete instructions, charts, and helpful details for constructing this unique pullover.
✨ What Makes This Sweater Special
• Artistic geometric colorwork: Bold shapes and motifs create a wearable piece of knit art.
• Top-down seamless construction: Easy to customize length and fit as you work.
• Relaxed, modern silhouette: Oversized yet balanced for everyday wear.
• Rich yarn choices: Combining sport weight and mohair can add depth and soft texture.
👗 Style & Wear Tips
Pair Djo with classic denim or relaxed trousers to let the sweater’s bold pattern stand out. Opt for earthy or pastel palettes to play up the vintage-inspired geometric design. Blocking after finishing helps even out the stitches and enhances overall drape and color definition.
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🔗 Original Pattern Link
👉 https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/djo
(Pattern available as a digital download on Ravelry — supporting independent designers is always appreciated!)
