Mirasol Cross Roads Jumper Knitting Pattern

Mirasol Cross Roads Sweater

What is Being Made

The Mirasol Cross Roads is an oversized pullover sweater designed by Michele Meadows. This easy-skill-level knitting project features a relaxed fit with approximately 25.5–30.5cm (10–12 inches) of positive ease, making it suitable for comfortable, layered wear. The sweater is available in four sizes ranging from Small to X-Large, with finished bust widths from 122cm to 152.5cm (48–60 inches).

Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up, seamed, and worked-flat approach. The back and front pieces are knitted identically as flat panels on straight needles, then seamed together. The construction method allows knitters to try on the garment as it progresses and adjust length as needed before seaming. The design incorporates multiple stitch pattern sections worked in alternating sequences to create visual interest and texture throughout the body.

Stitches Used

The Cross Roads sweater employs several key stitches to build its structure and design:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st): Forms the primary fabric base, worked in alternating knit and purl rows to create a smooth, classic knit surface.
• Garter Stitch: Used for edge borders and transition sections, created by knitting every row for a textured, reversible fabric.
• Pattern A: A foundational stitch pattern integrated into the design sequence.
• Pattern B: A lace-like pattern worked over a multiple of 2 stitches, created using yarn overs and knit-two-together decreases to form openwork details.
• Pattern C: A cable pattern worked over a multiple of 6 stitches plus 4 edge stitches, featuring cable crosses (C6B) that create dimensional twisted rope effects within the fabric.
• 1 x 1 Rib: Referenced in the tension guide, though primarily used for gauge measurement rather than as a main construction element.

Materials and Tools

The Mirasol Cross Roads is knitted using Sulka Legato yarn in colour #30. Pattern requirements call for 5 skeins for Small and Medium sizes, and 6 skeins for Large and X-Large sizes, with each skein weighing 50 grams. Knitters will need a pair of 4mm (US size 6) needles or the size required to achieve the correct tension, along with a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming the finished pieces. The recommended tension is 24 stitches and 30 rows over 10cm (4 inches) in Stockinette stitch when blocked, ensuring the sweater achieves its intended finished measurements and drape.