Agyness Jumper Knitting Pattern

Agyness Jumper in Rowan Big Wool

What is Being Made

The Agyness Jumper is a knitted sweater designed by Martin Storey for Rowan. This intermediate-level garment is available in nine sizes, with bust measurements ranging from 71-76 cm to 152-157 cm, making it suitable for a wide range of body sizes. The jumper features a classic pullover construction with set-in sleeves and a crew neckline.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several fundamental sweater construction techniques. The garment begins with ribbed edging at the lower body, which provides elasticity and a finished appearance. The main body is worked in stockinette stitch, the most common knit fabric base. A notable design element is the incorporation of a cable panel positioned centrally on the front, which adds textural interest and visual depth to the finished piece. The jumper uses set-in sleeve construction, requiring careful shaping at the armholes and shoulders. Neck shaping is achieved through strategic cast-offs at the shoulders and back neck, with stitches held for a separate neckband application. The pattern requires working multiple stitch counts simultaneously across nine different sizes, a technique that allows a single pattern to fit various body measurements.

Stitches Used

• Ribbing: Used for the lower edge to create an elastic, fitted finish
• Stockinette Stitch (st st): The primary fabric throughout the body and sleeves, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side
• Cable Stitch: Featured in a 31-stitch panel across the front, worked from a chart pattern that repeats over 40 rows
• Cast-off (bind-off): Applied at the shoulders and armholes to shape the garment and create finished edges

Materials

This pattern calls for Rowan Big Wool, a bulky-weight yarn supplied in 100-gram balls. The project requires 9 to 12 balls depending on the chosen size. The yarn is worked on 10mm (US 15) needles, which are appropriately sized for the thick yarn and create the intended fabric density. A cable needle is necessary for manipulating stitches in the cable panel. Stitch holders are used to temporarily hold stitches, particularly at the neckline during construction. The pattern was photographed in two colorways: White Hot 001 and Cactus 083, showcasing the jumper's versatility across different color options.

Tension and Finished Dimensions

The pattern specifies a tension of 9 stitches and 12½ rows to 10 centimeters, measured over stockinette stitch using 10mm needles. The cable panel measures 31 centimeters in width. Achieving the correct tension is essential for the garment to fit properly across the range of sizes offered. The actual bust measurement of the finished garment varies from 106.5 cm in the smallest size to 186.5 cm in the largest size, providing a comfortable fit across the size range.

Skill Level

Rated as an intermediate project, the Agyness Jumper requires knitters to have solid foundational skills including cast-on and cast-off techniques, ability to read and follow a stitch pattern chart, and experience with garment shaping. The cable panel adds complexity beyond basic stockinette, making this an ideal project for knitters looking to develop their skills while creating a wearable, professional-looking garment.