Paper Theory Patterns LB Pullover

I was chuffed to bits to receive this pattern as a freebie in The Fold Line 2023 advent adventure. I have only just got round to making my first pullover in a snuggly sweater knit fabric. The pattern is super easy and would be a great one for a beginner - and even easier using a woven fabric. I fully intend to make another in a woven which will give a little more structure to the neckline. I added 2” to the length so I could tuck it in and 3” to the sleeves (I am ver tall!) I noted there were no lengthen/shorten lines included on the pattern pieces which was fine for the body with its straight sides but the sleeves needed to be graded in to incorporate extra length.

Made this as a practice using cord leftover from another project. I had to cut the back and front along the width of fabric but it has worked out fine. Nice shape and a quick easy pattern. Only 4 stars as there could have been more detailed instructions for the less experienced maker.

This was one of the very first patterns I made when I started sewing back in 2019. I had absolutelty no idea what I was doing but the pattern is very simple and instructions are clear and I ended up with some very wearable versions! Because I did not know what I was doing I made my first version in seersucker (!) which is not at all a recommended fabric but actually in a moment of beginners luck made this really cool, cropped, high necked structured garments that I still wear and get loads of compliments on. I have also made a quilted version of this jumper which is super super cosy. I think the key to why this pattern works is that it is a fairly cropped length which keeps it neat and modern feeling. The roll neck option is great as the neck is properly tall and cosy feeling. I have worn my LB pullovers alot and recommend this as a great beginner pattern that makes up wearable, practical, stylish jumpers and tops.

I really like this blocky top.  I made the option B, crew, neckband.  The shape of the top and way the neck stands up reminds me of an artist's smock. The pattern was very quick to sew.  I had to take a couple of runs at the neckline as there is a bit of ease needed and my first attempt had a tuck.  Otherwise it is very straightforward.

Sewing extras: although the pattern didn't say I added some elastic tape on the shoulders to stop it going out of shape.  I made up the size 14 (I normally take 12-14 or medium) as I felt it needed a bit of slouch.

Material: I made it up in a baby cord with a little bit of stretch.  I think it would also be good in fleece or t-shirt material.  If I was doing a t-shirt I would add an extra couple of inches to the length so it would tuck in.

I’ve made four versions of this top so far (but can’t work out how to upload pictures other than the main image.

It’s extremely quick to make and works well for knits as well as woven fabrics. The orange one is boiled wool, -unhemmed awaiting a decision about leaving the side seams open at the bottom for a it of a split, or not.

Omitting the sleeves gives a useful t shirt, and the neck band can be made wider or narrower in unlimited ways to suit the fabric being used.

I lengthened mine a couple of inches because my torso is quite long but the original length is also useful for adding a jersey band at the bottom.