Classic Elite Yarns Lynette Jumper Knitting Pattern

Classic Elite Yarns Lynette Knit Sweater

What Is Being Made

Lynette is a raglan sleeve pullover sweater designed by Tian Foley and originally published in Winter Lace 1412. This knit garment features decorative eyelet stitch detailing on the sleeves and body, combined with ribbed edging and stockinette stitch construction. The sweater is available in multiple sizes and is worked as separate pieces that are seamed together for a finished garment.

Construction Method

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up, worked-flat approach, meaning the pieces are knitted individually from the cast-on edge upward, worked back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round. The finished pieces are then seamed together to create the complete garment. The raglan sleeve shaping is incorporated into the pattern through strategic decreases that create the characteristic diagonal lines from the armhole to the neckline.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

Lynette incorporates several key stitch patterns throughout the design:

• 2x2 Rib: A classic ribbed pattern worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 2, alternating knit 2 and purl 2. This stitch provides stretch and structure at edges and details.
• Eyelet Pattern: A lace stitch worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 3, repeating over 8 rows. This pattern features yarn overs and decreases (k2tog) that create decorative openings. Rows alternate between knit rows, purl rows, and patterned rows with k2tog and yarn over combinations, creating a delicate, openwork effect.
• Front Eyelet Insert: A specialized 8-row lace pattern worked over 18 stitches, featuring alternating yarn overs and k2tog decreases that shift position on rows 3 and 7, creating a sophisticated lace motif.
• Stockinette Stitch: Used for the main body of the sweater between the decorative lace sections, providing a smooth, classic knit fabric.

Techniques Used

The Lynette pattern employs several intermediate to advanced knitting techniques:

• Lace Knitting: Yarn overs and corresponding decreases (k2tog and ssk) create intentional openings in the fabric, forming the eyelet patterns that are a signature design element.
• Raglan Shaping: Armhole decreases are worked using k2tog and ssk stitches positioned one stitch in from the edges, creating clean diagonal lines characteristic of raglan construction.
• Seaming: Individual pieces are joined together using seaming techniques, requiring finishing work after knitting is complete.
• Stitch Markers: Markers are placed to designate pattern sections, particularly for the center back rib detail, helping maintain pattern accuracy across multiple stitches.
• Increases and Decreases: Strategic increases and decreases throughout the pattern shape the garment and create the lace effects.

Materials Required

While specific yarn weight and yardage are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, Classic Elite Yarns Lynette is designed to be worked with needles appropriate for the chosen yarn (the pattern references "larger needles" for the main body), along with a crochet hook or yarn needle for seaming the finished pieces together. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF from Classic Elite Yarns, making it accessible for digital reference while knitting.

Sizing and Fit

The Lynette pattern is offered in multiple sizes, with stitch counts provided for each size variation. The back piece begins with 79 to 99 cast-on stitches depending on size, and the pattern includes specific measurements for key points such as body length before armhole shaping (approximately 14 to 15 inches) and armhole depth measurements. This allows knitters to select the appropriate size for their desired fit.