Chittenden Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Chittenden Sweater in Berroco Cotolana

What Is Being Made

The Chittenden Sweater is an intermediate-level knitted pullover designed by Amy Christoffers. This garment features a classic construction with a body worked primarily in the round and sleeves set into armholes. The sweater is offered in eight size options, ranging from 32" to 61" finished bust measurements, with finished lengths between 27" and 29½" measured down the center back. The design incorporates approximately 2" of ease for comfortable wearing, and the back measures 2" longer than the front for a modern, slightly elongated silhouette.

Techniques Used

The Chittenden Sweater employs several key knitting techniques that make it suitable for intermediate-level knitters. The garment begins with flat ribbing on both the back and front panels, which are then joined together. The body is subsequently worked in the round using circular needles, creating seamless fabric up to the underarms. At the underarms, the front and back are divided and worked separately back and forth in rows to shape the garment. The sleeves are worked in the round to the underarm, after which the sleeve caps are worked flat and sewn into the armholes using traditional seaming methods. This combination of circular and flat knitting, along with the joining and seaming techniques, provides a well-rounded intermediate project.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch pattern used in the Chittenden Sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric. The ribbing sections feature a knit and purl pattern combination, specifically worked as k2, p2 ribbing with edge stitches adjusted for proper alignment. The ribbing provides elasticity and structure at the cuffs, waistband, and neckline areas, while the stockinette stitch body offers a refined drape and clean appearance.

Materials and Tools

The Chittenden Sweater is designed to be worked in Berroco Cotolana, a yarn that offers a balanced blend of fiber content ideal for sweater construction. The pattern calls for 8 to 16 balls of Berroco Cotolana (depending on size), with the sample shown worked in colorway #3503 Birch. Each ball weighs 50 grams.

The knitting tools required include:

• One 29" length circular knitting needle in size 6 (4.00 mm) for ribbing
• One 29" length circular knitting needle in size 8 (5.00 mm) for body and sleeves
• One 16" circular knitting needle in size 6 (4.00 mm) for neckline work
• One set of four double-pointed knitting needles (dpns) in size 6 (4.00 mm)
• One set of four double-pointed knitting needles (dpns) in size 8 (5.00 mm)
• Two stitch markers in different colors for tracking pattern repeats and construction points
• One stitch holder for securing stitches during construction
• Waste yarn for holding stitches temporarily

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 25 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on the larger needles. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished sweater meets the intended measurements. The pattern emphasizes taking time to verify gauge to avoid potential sizing issues. Yarn is sewn into the armholes to attach the completed sleeves, requiring basic finishing skills appropriate for an intermediate knitter.