Ella Rae Jumper Knitting Pattern

Ella Rae Damaris Pullover

What is Being Made

The Ella Rae Damaris Pullover is a knitted sweater designed by Marilynn Patrick, available in sizes Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. This pullover features a classic construction with finished bust measurements ranging from 54 to 60½ inches, a back length of 24 inches, and a front length of 22 inches. The upper arm circumference ranges from 18 to 21 inches across the size range, making it a versatile everyday garment suitable for various body types.

Techniques Used

The Damaris Pullover employs several key knitting techniques to create its finished structure. The garment is worked flat using straight needles for the main body pieces, then seamed together to form the final sweater. The construction method is bottom-up, meaning the knitter begins at the lower edges and works upward toward the shoulders and neckline. A distinctive feature of this design is the use of lace elements, which add visual interest and texture to the pullover. The sleeves are worked to the yoke edge and then joined using specialized techniques: a 3-needle bind-off is used at the seam edges, while a knit and join method is employed across the yoke edge up the center front or back neck. This joining technique requires careful gauge matching to ensure the rows align properly with the stitches being joined.

Stitches Used

The pattern incorporates fundamental knitting stitches as its foundation. The ribbing at the lower edge is created using knit and purl stitches in alternation (k1, p1 ribbing), which provides elasticity and structure to the cast-on edge. The main fabric is worked in stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic knit fabric. The lace component of the design introduces more complex stitch work, though specific lace stitch patterns are referenced in the instructions section of the pattern. Additional techniques include SKP (slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over) for decreasing stitches during the joining process, and p2tog (purl two together) for decreases on wrong-side rows.

Materials and Tools

The Damaris Pullover is designed to be knitted with Ella Rae Denim DK yarn in shade 107 Acid Wash. The yardage requirement is 7 to 8 balls of 100-gram weight, depending on the size being knitted. The pattern calls for multiple needle sizes to achieve proper gauge and structure: US 5/3.75mm needles are used for the ribbed edges, while US 6/4mm needles are used for the main stockinette sections. The knitter will need one pair of US 6/4mm needles, an extra set of US 6/4mm needles for the joining technique, and two US 6/4mm circular needles, each 24 inches long, for working the yoke. A US 4/3.5mm circular needle measuring 24 inches long is required for the neckline ribbing. Additional notions include a size US D-3/3.25mm crochet hook, one ¾-inch button, clip-on stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, and stitch holders or waste yarn for temporarily securing stitches. The pattern recommends the use of LYKKE® needles for optimal results.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 21 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) in stockinette stitch using the larger needles (US 6/4mm). Achieving the correct gauge is essential for this pattern, particularly because the joining techniques rely on precise row-to-stitch ratio matching. The pattern includes explicit instructions to check gauge before beginning the project.