Amanda Jumper Knitting Pattern

Amanda Jumper in Rowan Kid Classic

What is Being Made

The Amanda Jumper is an intermediate-level knitted sweater designed to fit chest measurements ranging from 71-76 cm up to 152-157 cm, making it suitable for a wide range of sizes. This classic pullover features a traditional construction with a shaped front neckline, fitted sleeves, and ribbed cuffs and waistband.

Knitting Techniques Used

This project employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques. The garment uses stocking stitch as the primary fabric throughout the body and sleeves, creating a smooth, classic appearance. Ribbed knit is worked at the cuffs and waistband to provide elasticity and shape retention. The pattern incorporates shaping through decreasing at the armholes and neckline to create a fitted silhouette. Neck shaping is achieved through strategic decreases worked at alternate rows to form a gradual, professional-looking front neck opening. The construction method involves working the back and front pieces separately before assembly, with stitch holders used to hold stitches for later finishing, particularly around the neckline.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

• Stocking stitch (st st) – The main fabric, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, worked throughout the body and sleeves
• Ribbed pattern (K2, P2) – A 2x2 knit-purl rib used for the cuffs and waistband, providing stretch and definition
• Decreasing stitches – Used strategically at armholes and neckline to shape the garment

Materials and Gauge

The Amanda Jumper is designed to be worked in Rowan Kid Classic yarn, a 50-gram ball weight. The pattern shown is photographed in the colorway Feather 828. The project requires two pairs of straight needles: 4.5mm (US 7) needles for ribbed sections and 5.5mm (US 9) needles for the main stocking stitch fabric. Additionally, a 4.5mm (US 7) circular needle, 40 cm long, is needed for finishing the neckline.

The tension is set at 18 stitches and 24 rows to 10 centimeters, measured over stocking stitch using the 5.5mm needles. Achieving correct tension is essential for the garment to fit properly across the range of sizes offered. Stitch holders are required as extras to hold stitches during construction, particularly for the front and back neck stitches before final assembly.

Construction Overview

The Amanda Jumper follows a classic two-piece construction method. The back is worked first in stocking stitch with armhole shaping. The front is worked identically to the back until the armhole depth is reached, at which point the front neck is shaped through a series of decreases worked at alternate rows on each side. The sleeves are worked in the round or flat with a ribbed cuff and then increased gradually as they progress upward. All pieces are then assembled and the neckline is finished, likely with the circular needle to pick up stitches around the neck opening for a neat, professional edge.