Paintbox Yarns Ombre Textured Jumper Knitting Pattern

Paintbox Yarns Ombre Textured Jumper

What Is Being Made

The Paintbox Yarns Ombre Textured Jumper is an intermediate-level knitted sweater designed to fit bust measurements ranging from 81-86 cm (32-34 in) up to 122-127 cm (48-50 in). The finished garment features a textured construction with an ombre color effect created through the strategic use of contrasting yarn colors. The sweater is finished at the shoulder with a length ranging from 45-49 cm (17¾-19¼ in) depending on size, and features sleeve seams measuring 46-48 cm (18-19 in).

Techniques Used

This jumper is constructed using a bottom-up knitting method, meaning the garment pieces are worked from the lower edges upward toward the shoulders. The pieces are worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and the finished components are then seamed together to create the complete sweater. This construction approach allows for easier color changes and texture transitions that define the ombre effect throughout the design.

Stitches Used

The Paintbox Yarns Ombre Textured Jumper incorporates three distinct stitch patterns to create its textured appearance:

• Basket stitch — measured at 8.5 stitches and 14 rows to 10 cm (4 in), this stitch creates a woven, dimensional texture
• Irish moss stitch — worked at 8.5 stitches and 11.5 rows to 10 cm (4 in), this classic textured stitch adds visual interest and depth
• Moss stitch — measured at 7.5 stitches and 14 rows to 10 cm (4 in), this fundamental textured stitch provides additional surface variation

The combination of these three stitches creates the distinctive textured appearance that defines this design. Achieving correct tension (gauge) across all three stitch patterns is vitally important for proper fit and finished dimensions.

Materials Required

This pattern calls for Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky yarn in an ombre color combination. The main color requires 9 balls (900g) for the smallest size, increasing to 11 balls (1100g) for the largest size. The contrast color requires 1 ball (100g) for the two smallest sizes, increasing to 2 balls (200g) for the three larger sizes.

Color options for the main yarn include Washed Teal or Red Wine, while contrast color options are Mustard Yellow or Marine Blue, allowing crafters to create their preferred ombre effect. The pattern is worked on a pair of 9mm (UK 00 – US 13) knitting needles, or whatever needle size is required to achieve the correct tension (gauge) with the chosen yarn. Paintbox Yarns recommends using only the specified yarn for this pattern to ensure the finished item meets design specifications.