Ines Sweater MODE Collection Jumper Knitting Pattern

Ines Sweater MODE Collection in Rowan Summerlite DK

What is Being Made

The Ines Sweater is a knitted pullover garment designed as part of the MODE Collection by Quails Studio. This intermediate-level sweater is available in nine size options, with chest measurements ranging from 71–76 cm (28–30 inches) up to 152–157 cm (60–62 inches), making it suitable for a wide range of body types. The finished garment features actual chest measurements from 93.5 cm to 175.5 cm, providing comfortable ease for various wearing preferences.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Ines Sweater employs several fundamental knitting construction techniques. The garment is worked in pieces, with separate front and back sections that are later assembled. The pattern uses shaping through decreasing at the neckline and shoulders to create a fitted silhouette. Neck shaping is accomplished through strategic decreases worked at the neck edge over multiple rows, with additional decreases on alternating rows to achieve a gradual, professional curve. Shoulder shaping is created by casting off stitches at regular intervals to form the armhole and shoulder seams. The pattern also incorporates slip stitch techniques at edges for a neat finish.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure throughout the Ines Sweater is stockinette stitch (st st), which creates the smooth, classic knit fabric that forms the main body of the garment. The cuffs and waistband feature ribbed knit, worked using a repeating pattern of knit and purl stitches (K1, P1 rib). This ribbing provides elasticity and helps the sweater maintain its shape at the edges. The pattern also uses slip stitch techniques at the beginning of rows for edge definition and a professional appearance.

Materials and Tools

The Ines Sweater is designed to be knitted using Rowan Summerlite DK yarn, a lightweight double-knit weight yarn sold in 50-gram balls. Two colorway options are provided: A Favourite Denims (color 469) and B Silvery Blue (color 468). Yarn quantities vary by size, ranging from 8 balls for smaller sizes up to 10 balls for the largest size options. The pattern requires two pairs of needles: 3½mm (US 4) needles and 3¾mm (US 5) needles, allowing for ribbed edgings worked on the smaller needles and the main stockinette stitch body worked on the larger needles. The recommended tension is 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 centimeters measured over stockinette stitch using the 3¾mm (US 5) needles, ensuring proper garment fit and drape.