Classic Elite Yarns Rozmin Jumper Knitting Pattern

Classic Elite Yarns Rozmin Raglan Pullover Sweater

What Is Being Made

The Rozmin is a classic raglan pullover sweater designed by Tian Foley and originally published in Hanako 1702A. This intermediate-level knitting project features a sophisticated mix of textured stitch patterns that create visual interest through contrasting techniques. The sweater is constructed in five pieces—front, back, and two sleeves—that are worked flat and then seamed together for a finished garment.

Construction Method and Techniques

This sweater employs a bottom-up construction approach, meaning pieces are knitted from the lower edges upward. All pieces are worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, which allows for easy pattern management and shaping. Once all pieces are completed, they are seamed together using traditional garment assembly methods to create the finished sweater.

The garment features raglan armhole shaping, a classic sweater silhouette where the armhole decreases slope diagonally from the underarm toward the neckline. This shaping technique creates a flattering fit and is achieved through strategic decreases worked at the beginning and end of rows as the armholes are shaped.

Stitch Patterns and Techniques

The Rozmin showcases two primary stitch patterns that work in perfect proportion throughout the design:

• 2 x 2 Rib: A classic ribbed pattern worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 2. This pattern alternates knit and purl stitches in a 2-2 sequence, creating vertical columns of texture. The rib sections appear at the lower edges and side panels of the sweater body, as well as on the lower sleeves. Ribbing provides elasticity and helps the garment conform to the body.
• Ridge Pattern: An 8-row repeat pattern that alternates between knit rows and purl rows to create horizontal textured ridges. Rows 1, 3, and 5 are worked entirely in knit stitches on the right side, while rows 2 and 4 are purled on the wrong side. Rows 6–8 are all knit stitches. This pattern occupies the center of the back and front pieces, creating a striking visual focal point.
• Stockinette Stitch: Smooth stockinette stitch appears in specific sections, particularly at the sides of the body and on portions of the sleeves, providing contrast to the textured rib and ridge patterns.

The pattern notes explain that due to different row gauges between the rib and ridge patterns, the sweater body measures approximately one inch longer at each side than in the center. Similarly, the lower sleeves measure slightly longer at each side than in the center due to varying row gauges between stockinette and rib sections. This is an intentional design feature that creates subtle shaping.

Sizing and Gauge Considerations

The Rozmin is offered in multiple sizes: Small, Large, Extra Large, 2X-Large, and larger. The pattern provides specific stitch counts for each size, beginning with 86 stitches for the smallest size and increasing to 118 stitches for the largest. Armhole shaping varies by size, with different numbers of bind-off stitches and decrease sequences depending on the garment size being constructed.

Materials

This pattern is designed to be worked with yarn and needles appropriate for Classic Elite Yarns' product line. The specific yarn weight, yardage requirements, and needle size are detailed in the complete pattern documentation. The seamed construction method requires a tapestry needle for finishing.

Skill Level

The Rozmin is rated as an intermediate knitting project, suitable for knitters with experience in basic stitch patterns, shaping techniques, and garment assembly. Familiarity with reading pattern abbreviations, working decreases, and seaming pieces together is expected.