MillaMia Esme Cable Jumper Knitting Pattern

MillaMia Esme Cable Jumper

What Is Being Made

The Esme Cable Jumper is a women's knitted sweater designed for intermediate-level knitters. This garment features prominent cable panels that showcase beautiful texture and visual interest. The jumper is available in seven sizes to fit chest measurements from 76–81cm (30–32 inches) up to 137–142cm (54–56 inches), with finished chest measurements ranging from 102cm to 162cm. The design is described as perfect for autumn evenings and relaxed days, offering a sophisticated yet comfortable everyday knit.

Techniques Used

The Esme Cable Jumper is worked flat on straight needles and then seamed together to create the finished garment. This construction method allows knitters to work the front and back pieces separately before joining them, making the project more manageable than working in the round. The cable work is the signature technique throughout this design, with cables being the focal point that lifts the overall aesthetic of the jumper.

Stitches Used

Cable stitches form the foundation of this design's visual appeal. The pattern employs several cable techniques:

• C4B (Cable 4 Back): Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle, hold at back, knit 2, then knit 2 from the cable needle
• C4F (Cable 4 Front): Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle, hold at front, knit 2, then knit 2 from the cable needle
• C6B (Cable 6 Back): Slip 3 stitches onto a cable needle, hold at back, knit 3, then knit 3 from the cable needle

In addition to cable stitches, the pattern incorporates wide rib sections, particularly featured on the sleeves. The broad rib sleeves gain length from both the body and sleeve sections, creating additional visual interest and texture variation. Standard knitting stitches including knit, purl, increases, and decreases support the cable and rib work throughout the garment.

Materials and Yarn

The Esme Cable Jumper is designed to be worked in MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran yarn, which is exclusively available at lovecrafts.com. Yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements, ranging from 14 balls (50g/1¾oz each) for the smallest size up to 22 balls for the largest size. The pattern is shown in the Stone colorway (reference 202), with alternative colorway options available including Dusk Mist (220), Cloud Grey (225), and Damson (223).

Needles and Notions

Two sizes of knitting needles are required for this project. A pair of 4mm (US 6) knitting needles is used for ribbed sections, while a pair of 5mm (US 8) knitting needles is used for the main fabric. A cable needle is essential for working the cable stitches that define this design.

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct tension is important for this project. The pattern specifies 20 stitches and 24 rows to 10cm/4in square over wide rib on 5mm (US 8) needles. Additionally, one pattern repeat of 20 stitches over the cable panels should measure 10cm/4in when slightly stretched. Proper gauge ensures the finished garment matches the intended finished measurements.

Finished Measurements

The Esme Cable Jumper offers consistent sleeve length of 48cm (19 inches) across all sizes, while length to shoulder and chest measurements vary by size. The model shown is a UK size 14 (US size 10) with a height of 173cm (5'8"), wearing the third size with finished chest measurement of 122cm (48 inches) and length to shoulder of 58cm (22¾ inches).