Lana Grossa 09 Top Jumper Knitting Pattern

Lana Grossa Alessia Design 09 Top

What is Being Made

The Lana Grossa Alessia Design 09 Top is a knitted sweater available in four sizes: 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, and 48. This garment features a contemporary construction method and is designed to be a versatile wardrobe piece suitable for various occasions.

Construction Techniques

This top employs a distinctive side-to-side construction method, where the back and front pieces are each worked in two halves from the center outward. The pattern schematic includes directional arrows to guide knitters through the proper orientation of work. This approach allows for strategic shaping through full-fashion decreases positioned at each end of the piece, creating a refined, tailored silhouette. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and finished pieces are seamed together using mattress stitch applied from the wrong side, which creates a subtle ridge detail on the right side of the fabric.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Alessia top features several key stitch techniques:

• Main Pattern: A textured stitch pattern worked over a multiple of 4 stitches. Row 1 (right side) incorporates yarn overs and knit-two-together through the back loop (k2tog tbl) stitches to create an openwork or lace-like effect. Row 2 (wrong side) uses knit stitches combined with slipped stitches purlwise with yarn in front to maintain pattern integrity.
• Reverse Stockinette Stitch (Rev St st): Used for selvage and accent areas, created by purling on right-side rows and knitting on wrong-side rows, producing a bumpy textured surface.
• Two-Stitch Selvage: A neat edge finish using slipped stitches that creates a professional, finished appearance along the sides of the piece.
• Full-Fashion Decreases: Strategic decreases positioned at regular intervals (every 10th row, alternating 10th and 12th rows, or 12th and 14th rows depending on size) that shape the garment while maintaining visual interest through their placement.

Materials and Tools

The Alessia top is designed to be knitted with size 4.5 mm needles. The recommended yarn is Lana Grossa Alessia, a blend of 76% cotton, 20% recycled polyester, and 4% polyester. This fiber composition creates a breathable, durable fabric suitable for warm-weather wear. The yardage requirements vary by size: 350 grams (approximately 470 meters) for size 36/38, 400 grams (approximately 540 meters) for size 40/42, 450 grams (approximately 605 meters) for size 44/46, and 500 grams (approximately 675 meters) for size 48. The colorway featured is Olive/Pistachio/Mint (color 8), offering a sophisticated multi-tonal palette.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 26 stitches and 28 rows equaling 10 by 10 centimeters in the main pattern using size 4.5 mm needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit and finished dimensions. After completion, all pieces should be pinned to measurements and blocked to set the stitches and ensure consistent sizing across the garment.

Finishing Details

The finishing process involves blocking all pieces to the specified measurements before assembly. The cast-on edges of the back halves are sewn together using mattress stitch applied from the wrong side, creating a subtle ridge on the right side. The front halves are similarly seamed, resulting in a professionally finished garment with minimal visible seaming on the exterior.