Berroco Poinsettia Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Poinsettia Knit Sweater

What is Being Made

The Berroco Poinsettia is a women's knit sweater designed by Amy Christoffers, featured in Berroco Booklet #360. This intermediate-level garment is available in seven sizes ranging from X-Small to 3X, with finished bust measurements from 32 inches to 56 inches and lengths between 23½ and 26 inches. The sweater is designed with approximately 2 inches of ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up approach, meaning the garment is knit starting from the lower edges and working upward toward the shoulders and neckline. The pattern employs lace techniques to create decorative stitch patterns throughout the design. The sweater is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and pieces are seamed together after completion to form the finished garment. This traditional construction method allows for precise shaping and detailed lace pattern work.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Poinsettia sweater features charted lace patterns as the primary decorative element, combined with stockinette stitch (St st) for foundational fabric. The lace patterns are worked according to charts provided in the pattern instructions. Gauge is critical for this design: 18 stitches and 26 rows equal 4 inches in the charted pattern, while stockinette stitch measures 20 stitches and 28 rows per 4 inches. Knitters are strongly advised to check gauge before beginning to ensure proper fit and drape of the finished sweater.

Materials and Yarn

The Poinsettia is knit with Berroco Fuji yarn in the colorway #9279 Blood Orange. Yarn requirements range from 7 hanks for the smallest size to 13 hanks for the largest size, with each hank weighing 50 grams. This yarn choice provides the appropriate weight and drape for the lace patterns featured in the design.

Needles and Notions

• Straight knitting needles, size 7 (3.50 mm) for working the main fabric pieces flat
• Circular knitting needle, 16 inches in length, size 7 (3.50 mm) for any ribbed edges or neckline finishing
• Stitch markers (2 required) to mark pattern repeats and shaping points

Pattern Notes

This is a paid downloadable PDF pattern from Berroco. The pattern includes detailed directions for all seven sizes, with size-specific measurements provided in parentheses throughout the instructions. Knitters are encouraged to subscribe to the Berroco KnitBits® newsletter for updates on additional patterns and yarn information. The pattern recommends using the exact yarn specified to ensure accurate gauge and finished garment appearance.