Draw a simple head-and-shoulders outline or a torso shape as a guide
Sketch the sweater’s overall silhouette around the body
Add a rounded neckline, crew neck, V-neck, or turtleneck
Draw the shoulder seams and sleeve openings
Extend the sleeves outward and taper them toward the wrists
Add the cuffs at the ends of the sleeves
Draw the bottom hem of the sweater
Add ribbed lines on the collar, cuffs, and hem
Sketch the main fabric folds and wrinkles
Add knit texture with repeating small lines, loops, or patterns
Draw any design details such as stripes, patterns, or cables
Refine the outline and erase unnecessary guide lines
Darken the final lines and add shading if desired