First Sweater -Waltz- Kit (PDF Japanese pattern & video tutorial included)

2026-03-28T16:22:01+09:00

Type: kit
Price: 28490 - 39050 (42 variants)

"My First Sweater" is a kit with detailed video tutorials for those who have never knitted a sweater before. Thsi kit is to knit with our original yarn, Waltz.

- Comment by Tokuko -
The inspiration for this kit came when I was working in the store and a customer asked me, "If I'm knitting my first sweater, which pattern should I choose?" At that moment, I couldn't immediately recommend a suitable kit, so I decided to create one!

It includes short rows and seaming, but everything is explained in detail in the video. While it's certainly possible to make a sweater using only simple techniques, I wanted people to take this opportunity to master the basic techniques that make a sweater comfortable and beautiful. That's the feeling I put into making it.
In addition to techniques, knitting garments requires various tips. There are places where you can cut corners and things you absolutely must do. I also convey those points.

I hope you'll challenge yourself to knit your first sweater!
- Tokuko

There is also the "My First Sweater Kit" to knit with amirisu Hike.

Kit contents
amirisu Waltz
S (M, L, XL ) = 7 (8, 8, 10) skeins
Japanese version of pattern in PDF

*The pattern will be delivered as a PDF version.
Please refer to this blog post for instructions on how to download the pattern.
If you would like a printed version, please purchase the pattern printing fee together with your order.

Kit details
designed by Tokuko Ochiai

Finished size
Bust: S (M,L,XL) = 96 (103, 112, 123) cm
Model is wearing size S with 16cm positive ease

Needles to use
US7, 60 - 80cm circular needles

Other tools
Tapestry needle, stitch markers

About the video tutorial
The pattern specifies the URL and password for a page where all videos can be watched. The included videos are as follows:
1. How to measure gauge
2. Cast on
3. Starting a panel
4. Armhole decrease
5. Back right shoulder
6. Short rows
7. Back left shoulder
8. Front right neck shaping
9. Front left neck shaping
10. Bind-off seaming
11. Mattress stitch
12. Picking up armhole stitches
13. Picking up neckline stitches
14. Cuffs
15. Weaving in ends

Note
Sample color used is Venus