MillaMia Rut Jumper Knitting Pattern

MillaMia Rut Jumper: Knitted Cable Sweater

What is Being Made

The MillaMia Rut Jumper is an intermediate-level knitted sweater designed to fit bust measurements from 82-86 cm up to 112-117 cm. This classic pullover features a round neckline that works beautifully on its own or layered under a collared shirt or blouse. The garment offers four size options with actual finished bust measurements ranging from 90 cm to 135 cm, and a center back length to neck of 60-67 cm with consistent 46 cm sleeve length across all sizes.

Techniques Used

The Rut Jumper is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed, and worked-flat knitting method. This approach allows knitters to build the sweater from the lower edge upward, working flat on straight needles before seaming the pieces together. The pattern begins with a simple, wide ribbed section that provides structure and elasticity at the hem, followed by a soothing, repeated cable pattern that forms the main body of the garment. The round neckline is integrated into the overall design, creating a finished edge that requires no additional binding off.

Stitches Used

• Ribbing: Wide rib stitch at the garment's lower edge for stretch and definition
• Cable stitches: The pattern features two primary cable techniques:
  • C4B (Cable 4 Back) - slip next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at back of work, knit 2, then knit 2 from cable needle
  • C4F (Cable 4 Front) - slip next 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at front of work, knit 2, then knit 2 from cable needle
• Stockinette stitch: Used as the base fabric between cable pattern repeats
• Knit and purl stitches: Foundation techniques throughout the pattern

Materials and Needles

The Rut Jumper is knitted using MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino yarn, available exclusively at LoveCrafts. Yarn requirements vary by size: 12 balls for the smallest size (82-86 cm bust) up to 16 balls for the largest size (112-117 cm bust), with each ball weighing 50g/1¾oz. The pattern calls for a pair each of 3mm (US 2) and 3.25mm (US 3) knitting needles, plus a cable needle for managing the cable stitches. The recommended tension is 32 stitches and 40 rows to a 10 cm/4 inch square measured over pattern on the 3.25mm (US 3) needles, ensuring proper fit and drape of the finished garment.

Design Features

The Rut Jumper combines simplicity with visual interest through its construction approach. The wide rib at the lower edge transitions smoothly into the repeated cable pattern, creating a garment that is both straightforward for improving knitters to execute and visually sophisticated when worn. The cable pattern repeats throughout the body and sleeves, providing rhythm and texture. The round neckline is engineered to work independently as a finished edge, eliminating the need for additional neckband construction while maintaining a professional appearance.