Noro Ladies' Top Jumper Knitting Pattern

Noro Ladies' Top in Silk Garden Sock

What is Being Made

This is a women's knitted top designed to fit bust measurements of 32-34 inches, 34-36 inches, or 36-38 inches. The finished garment features three size options with underarm widths ranging from 36 inches to 41 inches and lengths from 26 to 28 inches, making it a versatile piece suitable for various body types and style preferences.

Techniques Used

The Noro Ladies' Top is constructed using bottom-up knitting, meaning the garment is worked from the lower edge upward. The construction method is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, allowing for straightforward shaping and pattern work. The pieces are seamed together after completion, creating clean, finished seams at the underarms and sides. The design incorporates lace elements throughout, adding visual interest and texture to the finished piece.

Stitches and Pattern Details

The pattern begins with a garter stitch foundation of 6 rows, which provides a stable, non-curling edge. The main body pattern is a repeating two-row sequence: Row 1 (Right Side Facing): Purl 3 stitches, yarn over, twist 3 stitches, yarn from right needle, purl 3 stitches, repeat from asterisk to end. Row 2: Knit 3 stitches, purl 3 stitches, knit 3 stitches, repeat from asterisk to end. This creates a delicate lace pattern with twisted stitch elements that repeats across the width of the garment. The pattern continues until the back reaches the specified length, with shaping achieved through strategic cast-offs and decreases worked as knit 2 stitches together.

Shaping and Construction

The front and back pieces are shaped at the armholes and neckline through a series of decreases and cast-offs. The back is worked straight until armhole shaping begins, while the front includes additional neck shaping with a center cast-off of 25-29 stitches depending on size. Both front shoulders are shaped symmetrically with multiple rows of decreases to create a fitted garment. The shoulder seams are formed by casting off remaining stitches after all shaping is complete.

Materials and Tools

This project requires 180 grams of Noro Silk Garden Sock yarn in shade S87 for all three sizes. The yarn is worked on 4 millimeter (US size 6) needles. The recommended tension is 18 stitches and 25 rows over 10 centimeters (4 inches) in pattern when measured on 4 millimeter needles, ensuring proper fit and drape of the finished garment.

Yarn Characteristics

Noro Silk Garden Sock is a premium yarn blend that combines silk with other fibers, creating a luxurious, lightweight fabric ideal for delicate lace patterns. The yarn's composition allows for beautiful stitch definition in the twisted and yarn-over elements of the lace pattern while providing durability for a wearable garment. The single yardage requirement across all sizes indicates that the pattern is designed with yarn efficiency in mind.