Darrowby Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Darrowby Pullover by Pamela Wynne

What Is Being Made

The Darrowby Pullover is a knitted sweater from the Novi Collection by Juniper Moon Farm, designed by Pamela Wynne. This pullover features a classic construction with a fitted body and set-in sleeves, available in eight sizes ranging from XS to 4X. The finished measurements show a bust circumference from 28¾ inches (73cm) in the smallest size to 56 inches (142cm) in the largest size, with a center front length of 21½ inches (54.5cm) and center back length of 24½ inches (62cm).

Design and Construction

The Darrowby Pullover is constructed using a two-color knitting technique with Juniper Moon Farm Herriot yarn. The main color is Cranberry (#1004), used in quantities ranging from 5 to 8 hanks depending on size, while Iceplant Green (#1009) serves as the contrast color, requiring 1 to 2 hanks. The sweater features a charted pattern on the sleeves, adding visual interest and texture to the design.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for knitters with some experience. The body is worked in the round using the Stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric. The pattern incorporates ribbing at the lower edge, worked in a knit-one, purl-one (K1, P1) pattern for approximately 1 inch (2.5cm), providing elasticity and structure.

The sleeves feature a charted pattern that maintains the same gauge as the body stockinette stitch. Shaping techniques include decreasing stitches using methods such as ssk (slip, slip, knit) and k2tog (knit two together) to create fitted armholes and sleeve caps. The pattern also incorporates yarn overs (yo) for texture variation. Neck shaping is achieved through strategic bind-offs and decreases to create a finished neckline.

The construction method involves working the body in the round from the cast-on edge, which eliminates the need for seaming the body. The sleeves are worked separately, likely in the round using double-pointed needles, and then set into the armholes.

Materials and Tools

The pattern calls for Juniper Moon Farm Herriot yarn in two colors. Needles required include US 4 (3.5mm) circular needles and a set of 5 double-pointed needles for the main fabric, along with US 3 (3.25mm) circular needles and double-pointed needles for ribbing and other sections requiring a smaller needle size. The specified gauge is 24 stitches and 30 rows over 4 inches (10cm) in Stockinette stitch with the larger needles after blocking, both for the body and the charted sleeve pattern.

Additional notions required include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and construction points. The pattern notes that different needle sizes may be needed to obtain proper gauge on the sleeves versus the body, allowing for customization based on individual gauge swatching.

Pattern Features

• Eight size options from XS through 4X with detailed finished measurements
• Two-color design combining Cranberry and Iceplant Green
• Charted sleeve pattern for visual interest
• Ribbed lower edge for structure and fit
• Seamless body construction worked in the round
• Set-in sleeves with shaped armholes
• Positive ease of 1 inch (2.5cm) as shown on the size S sample
• Comprehensive abbreviations and gauge information for accurate knitting