Noro Raglan Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Noro Raglan Pullover

What is Being Made

The Noro Raglan Pullover is an intermediate-level knitted sweater featuring a classic raglan sleeve construction. This pullover is available in six sizes ranging from Small to 2X-Large, with finished bust measurements from 38 to 54 inches and a length of approximately 24 to 25.5 inches. The design showcases a striking two-color stripe pattern that alternates between the body and sleeves, creating visual interest and dimension in the finished garment.

Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up seamed approach, meaning the front and back panels are knitted separately from the lower edge upward, and the sleeves are worked flat before being seamed together. The raglan shaping is integrated into the body pieces, creating diagonal lines that extend from the underarm to the neckline. This construction method allows for precise fit adjustments and straightforward seaming.

The pattern incorporates selvage stitches along the edges, which are specialized edge stitches designed to make the seaming process cleaner and more professional. The pullover uses worked flat construction on straight needles rather than in the round, giving the maker control over each section independently before assembly.

Stitches Used

The Noro Raglan Pullover features several fundamental knitting stitches:

• Garter Stitch and Stockinette Stitch: The stripe pattern alternates between rows of knit stitches (creating garter stitch texture) and purl stitches (creating stockinette stitch appearance).
• Seed Stitch: Rows 7 and 8 of the stripe pattern create a seed stitch texture by alternating knit and purl stitches across the row (K1, *p1, k1; rep from * to end on row 7, then knitting the purl stitches and purling the knit stitches on row 8).
• Yarn Over: Used to create new stitches and add texture to the design.
• Slip, Slip, Knit/Purl (SSK/SSP): A decrease technique where two stitches are slipped knitwise to the right-hand needle one at a time, then worked together through their front loops to decrease one stitch.
• Slip Stitch: Used to pass stitches from the left-hand needle to the right-hand needle without working them, often employed in shaping.

Stripe Pattern Details

The stripe pattern repeats over 8 rows and creates the visual foundation of the garment. Rows 1, 3, and 5 are worked entirely in knit stitches, while rows 2, 4, and 6 are purled, creating a smooth stockinette appearance. Rows 7 and 8 introduce seed stitch texture by alternating knit and purl stitches, adding visual and tactile variety. This 8-row repeat is worked continuously throughout the front and back panels.

Materials and Gauge

The Noro Raglan Pullover is knitted using Noro Bachi yarn, a premium yarn that showcases the brand's signature colorwork. The pattern requires 2 to 4 cakes of Noro Bachi in colorway #03 (Color A) for the body, and 1 to 2 cakes in colorway #06 (Color B) for the sleeves, depending on the size being made. Each cake weighs 200 grams.

The project is worked on size US 15 (10mm) needles, including one pair of straight needles for the flat-worked body and sleeve pieces, plus one 16-inch circular needle for finishing edges. Additional supplies include stitch markers to denote pattern repeats and shaping points, and stitch holders or waste yarn to temporarily hold stitches during construction.

The recommended gauge is 10 stitches and 18 rows to 4 inches over the stripe pattern using size US 15 needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for obtaining the finished measurements and proper fit of the garment.

Construction Summary

The front and back panels are worked in the stripe pattern using Color A, while the sleeves are worked using Color B, creating a cohesive two-tone design. The raglan shaping is incorporated into the body pieces during the knitting process, and all pieces are seamed together once complete. The selvage stitches along the edges facilitate clean, professional seaming for a polished final product.