MillaMia Vandra Jumper Knitting Pattern

MillaMia Vandra Jumper

What is Being Made

The MillaMia Vandra Jumper is an intermediate-level knitted sweater designed to fit chest measurements ranging from 82-86 cm (32-34 in) through 112-117 cm (44-46 in). This garment features a sophisticated construction where each sleeve and side panel is worked in different stitch patterns, creating visual interest and technical complexity. The finished back length ranges from 62 cm (24½ in) to 68 cm (26¾ in) depending on size, with a consistent sleeve length of 47 cm (18½ in). The design showcases how changing stitches can seamlessly connect throughout the entire piece to create a cohesive, complete garment.

Techniques Used

This jumper employs several key knitting techniques that contribute to its intermediate difficulty level:

• Bottom-up construction: The garment is worked from the bottom edge upward, allowing for easier fitting adjustments and a logical progression through the pattern
• Worked flat: All pieces are knitted flat on straight needles rather than in the round, requiring seaming to join the finished components
• Seamed construction: Individual pieces are sewn together after completion, creating clean, professional seams throughout the sweater
• Cable work: Multiple cable stitches are incorporated, including C1/2/1B, C3/2/3F, and C3/2/3B variations that require the use of a cable needle to create twisted, textured patterns

Stitches Used

The Vandra Jumper combines several essential knitting stitches to achieve its distinctive appearance:

• Reverse stockinette stitch (rev st st): Used as the primary stitch throughout the garment, creating a smooth, professional finish. The tension is worked at 18 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 in) square
• Cable stitches: Complex cable variations including C1/2/1B (a 6-stitch cable combining knit and purl stitches), C3/2/3F (a 5-stitch front-crossing cable with purl detail), and C3/2/3B (a 5-stitch back-crossing cable with purl detail) are used to create textured patterns on sleeves and sides
• Stockinette stitch: The foundational stitch used throughout much of the garment construction

Materials

The MillaMia Vandra Jumper is designed to be worked with specific materials that ensure proper drape and durability:

• Yarn: MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran in the colorway Rain, requiring 15 to 19 balls of 50g (1¾ oz) depending on size. The yarn is available through lovecrafts.com and yarn.com. Alternative colorways include Mist, Blush, Cherry Red, and Stone, with varying yardage requirements (202 to 242 yards for some options)
• Needles: A pair of 4.5 mm (US 7) knitting needles for ribbing and a pair of 5 mm (US 8) knitting needles for the main fabric work. A cable needle is also required for executing the cable stitch patterns

Design Features

What distinguishes the Vandra Jumper is its thoughtful pattern placement. Each sleeve and side section features different stitch patterns, making this design both visually interesting and technically engaging for intermediate knitters. The seamless integration of changing stitches throughout the garment demonstrates advanced pattern design, where transitions between different stitch types create a unified, professional appearance. This approach transforms what could be a simple sweater into a showcase piece that rewards careful attention to detail during construction.