Noro High Neck Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Noro High Neck Pullover

What is Being Made

The Noro High Neck Pullover is an intermediate-level knitted sweater designed as a classic pullover with a distinctive high neckline. This garment is sized for Small through 4X-Large, with the sample shown in Medium. The finished bust measurement ranges from 47 to 61 inches (119 to 155 centimeters), and the length with rolled edge spans from 22½ to 24½ inches (57 to 62 centimeters). The upper arm circumference ranges from 15½ to 18½ inches (39.5 to 47 centimeters), making this a versatile piece suitable for various body types.

Techniques Used

This pullover is constructed using several key knitting techniques that define its structure and aesthetic appeal. The garment is worked flat, meaning it is knitted on straight needles rather than in the round, allowing for greater control over shaping and stitch placement. The construction follows a bottom-up approach, where the knitter begins at the lower edge and works upward toward the neckline, making it easier to try on and adjust length as needed. The finished pieces are seamed together, creating clean, professional-looking side and sleeve seams. Cable techniques are incorporated throughout the design, adding textural interest and visual depth to the sweater.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs a variety of fundamental and decorative stitches to create the pullover's structure. Knit and purl stitches form the foundation of the fabric, while cable stitches provide the signature textured elements. The pattern utilizes increase stitches for shaping, including techniques such as knitting into the front and back of a stitch and the make one method, where the strand between stitches is lifted and worked to add stitches. Decrease stitches are employed using the slip, slip, knit (or purl) method to shape the armholes and neckline. Selvage stitches are worked at the edges to facilitate easier seaming of the finished pieces. The pattern also references chart work with "no stitch" spaces, indicating areas where stitches have been decreased or not yet created, requiring the knitter to skip over these shaded spaces while following the chart.

Materials

This pullover is designed to be knitted with Noro Kureyon yarn in colorway #450. The yardage requirement varies by size, ranging from 9 skeins for the smaller sizes (Small and Medium) to 12 skeins for the largest size (4X-Large), with each skein weighing 50 grams. The pattern calls for one pair of size US 7/4.5mm needles, which are straight needles suitable for flat knitting. The specified needle size and yarn weight create a fabric with appropriate drape and structure for a fitted pullover sweater.