Berroco Parsley Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Parsley Children's Sweater

What is Being Made

The Berroco Parsley is a children's knitted pullover sweater designed by Brenda York. This intermediate-level project is available in four sizes ranging from children's size 2 through size 10, with finished chest measurements from 25 inches up to 33 inches and lengths from 13½ inches to 21 inches. The garment is designed with approximately 2 to 4 inches of ease for a comfortable fit.

Knitting Techniques

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up method, meaning pieces are knitted starting from the lower edges and working upward. The garment is worked flat on straight needles, with individual pieces created separately and then seamed together to form the finished sweater. This construction method allows for straightforward shaping and is well-suited to intermediate knitters.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Parsley sweater incorporates several fundamental knitting stitches:

• Ribbing: A 2x2 rib pattern (alternating knit 2, purl 2) is worked at the lower edge of the back and front pieces, creating elastic cuffs that help the sweater maintain its shape
• Stockinette Stitch (St st): The primary stitch used for the body of the sweater, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Garter Stitch: Garter ridges are incorporated as decorative and structural elements, created by knitting on the wrong side
• Charted Pattern: A stitch pattern worked from a chart is introduced at the armhole area, adding visual interest and texture to the upper portion of the sweater

Materials and Gauge

The Parsley sweater is knitted using Berroco Remix yarn in the colorway Mist (#3919). Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 2 balls for the smallest size to 4 balls for the largest sizes, with each ball weighing 100 grams.

The pattern calls for straight knitting needles in sizes 6 (4.00 mm) and 8 (5.00 mm), allowing knitters to adjust needle size as needed to obtain the correct gauge. Additionally, one set of four double-pointed needles (dpns) in size 6 (4.00 mm) is required for finishing details such as neckline ribbing. A stitch marker and stitch holders are also needed during construction.

Proper gauge is essential for this project: 17 stitches and 23 rows equal 4 inches in stockinette stitch on the larger needles, while 17 stitches and 24 rows equal 4 inches in the charted pattern on the larger needles. Checking gauge before beginning ensures the finished sweater will meet the intended measurements.