Jody Long Siena Jumper Knitting Pattern

Jody Long Siena Knitted Sweater

What Is Being Made

Siena is a classic knitted sweater from the Jody Long Ciao Collection, designed as a fitted pullover with a ribbed texture throughout. This garment is suitable for a range of sizes from Small to XXL, with bust measurements ranging from 81–86 cm (32–34 inches) up to 122–127 cm (48–50 inches). The sweater features a full length from shoulder of 61–69 cm (24–27¼ inches) and sleeve length from 44–46 cm (17¼–18 inches), making it a versatile everyday piece.

Techniques Used

Siena is constructed using the bottom-up method, meaning the sweater is knitted starting from the lower edge and working upward toward the shoulders. The garment is seamed, with pieces joined together after completion rather than being knitted in the round. The pattern is worked flat on straight needles, creating individual pieces (back, front, and sleeves) that are subsequently assembled.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The sweater employs a combination of fundamental knitting stitches to create its textured appearance. The lower edge begins with a ribbed cuff worked in a K2, P2 (knit 2, purl 2) pattern, which provides elasticity and a neat finish. This ribbing is worked for 20 rows total (2 rows to establish the pattern, followed by 18 additional rows) using 3.25 mm needles.

After the ribbed cuff, the pattern transitions to the main body stitch pattern, which continues the K2, P2 ribbing aesthetic but with a more complex arrangement. The main pattern section is worked over 4 rows and creates a textured surface through strategic placement of knit and purl stitches. This creates visual interest while maintaining the classic ribbed look characteristic of traditional sweater construction. The pattern instructions include specific stitch placement variations for different sizes to ensure proper fit and proportion.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The pattern calls for Jody Long Ciao yarn, a premium fiber choice. Yardage requirements scale with size: Small requires 15 x 50g balls, Medium requires 16 x 50g balls, Large requires 17 x 50g balls, Large requires 18 x 50g balls, and XXL requires 19 x 50g balls. The yarn is shown in the colorway Lead 003.

Two different needle sizes are used throughout construction. The ribbed cuff and finishing edges are worked with 3.25 mm (US 3) needles, which create a tighter gauge suitable for elastic ribbing. The main body of the sweater is worked with 4 mm (US 6) needles, which create a slightly more open gauge for the patterned sections. A 3.25 mm circular needle is also required, likely for finishing techniques such as neckline edging or picking up stitches.

Tension and Gauge

The pattern specifies a tension of 26 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) when measured over the patterned sections using 4 mm (US 6) needles. Achieving correct gauge is essential for proper fit, as the sweater's finished measurements depend on maintaining this tension throughout construction.

Construction Details

The back piece is cast on with 128–180 stitches depending on size, establishing the width of the sweater. The pattern is worked continuously until the back reaches its full length measurement, at which point shaping begins for the shoulders and back neck. The shoulder shaping involves casting off groups of stitches in a stepped fashion, while the back neck is shaped by decreasing stitches at the neck edge over several rows to create a comfortable neckline opening. This structured approach ensures a well-fitted garment with proper shoulder placement and neck depth.