Bennett Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Bennett Sweater in Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky

What is Being Made

The Bennett Sweater is an intermediate-level knitted pullover designed by Amy Christoffers from Berroco Book #413. This garment is constructed in pieces from the bottom up and features shaped shoulders created using short-row techniques. The finished sweater offers a range of nine sizes, with bust measurements ranging from 36½ inches to 73 inches and corresponding lengths from 21½ inches to 25½ inches, accommodating various body types and fit preferences with recommended positive ease of 4–8 inches.

Techniques Used

The Bennett Sweater employs several key knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. The garment begins with ribbed edging worked flat on circular needles, establishing structure and elasticity at the hem. Shaping is accomplished through strategic increases worked on the wrong-side increment row using M1L (make one left) and M1R (make one right) techniques, which create invisible increases that blend seamlessly into the fabric. Shoulder shaping utilizes short-row construction to create gradual slope and proper fit. The pattern incorporates charted stitch patterns that are repeated throughout the body of the sweater, adding visual interest and texture. Shoulder seams are finished using the 3-needle bind-off method, a professional joining technique that creates a strong, neat seam while binding off stitches simultaneously.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Bennett Sweater combines fundamental stitches with charted pattern work. The ribbing at the hem uses a 2x2 rib pattern (alternating knit 2, purl 2 stitches) worked over 2 inches, creating an elastic, fitted edge. The main body of the sweater is worked in a charted pattern that repeats over 16 rows, creating texture and visual design throughout the piece. The pattern instructions specify working from a chart, indicating the use of a stitch pattern beyond basic stockinette stitch, though the exact stitch definition requires reference to the accompanying chart in the original pattern document.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Bennett Sweater is designed to be worked in Berroco Ultra Wool Chunky, a bulky-weight yarn that creates a substantial, warm fabric. The pattern requires 5 to 11 balls of yarn depending on size, with each ball weighing 100 grams. The colorway shown in the pattern is #43147 Stonewashed, which provides a muted, versatile neutral tone.

The pattern calls for 29-inch circular needles in sizes 9 (5.50 mm) and 10½ (6.50 mm), allowing knitters to adjust needle size as needed to obtain proper gauge. A 16-inch circular needle in size 9 (5.50 mm) is used for working smaller circumferences, such as neckline shaping. Additional notions include a spare size 10½ needle for the 3-needle bind-off finishing technique, a cable needle for any cable work that may appear in the charted pattern, one stitch marker for tracking pattern repeats, and waste yarn for holding stitches during construction.

Gauge and Finishing Notes

Proper gauge is essential for this project: 14 stitches and 20 rows equal 4 inches in the charted pattern on the larger needles. Knitters are strongly encouraged to knit a gauge swatch before beginning the sweater to ensure finished measurements match the intended design. The pattern emphasizes that taking time to check gauge will save time and ensure accurate measurements throughout the project. All pattern PDFs are maintained and updated by Berroco when corrections are identified, ensuring knitters have access to the most current and accurate instructions.