Pim Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Pim Sweater in Berroco Zinnia

What is Being Made

The Pim Sweater is a classic knitted pullover designed by Amy Christoffers, suitable for intermediate-level knitters. This garment is available in nine sizes ranging from 37 inches to 69 inches bust measurement, with finished lengths between 21 and 24.5 inches. The sweater is designed with positive ease of 4–6 inches for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Pim Sweater employs fundamental knitting construction techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The pattern begins with a ribbed cuff worked in garter stitch on smaller needles to create a structured lower edge. The main body is then transitioned to larger needles and worked in stockinette stitch, the most common knit fabric. Strategic increases are incorporated at the side seams early in the construction process, adding shaping to the garment. Armhole shaping is achieved through standard bind-off methods at marked positions, and the pattern includes provisions for neckline finishing using a circular needle for seamless ribbed edging.

Stitches Used

• Garter Stitch (Garter St): Created by knitting every row, this textured stitch is used for the lower ribbed section of the sweater, providing an elastic, structured edge that resists rolling.
• Stockinette Stitch (St st): The primary stitch throughout the main body, worked by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This creates the smooth, classic knit fabric characteristic of traditional sweaters.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Pim Sweater is designed specifically for Berroco Zinnia yarn in the colorway #7109 Nimbus. Berroco Zinnia is a worsted-weight yarn sold in 50-gram balls. Yardage requirements range from 9 balls for the smallest size to 17 balls for the largest size, providing flexibility for various finished measurements.

The pattern requires two sizes of knitting needles: size 5 (3.75 mm) for the ribbed cuff and edging work, and size 7 (4.5 mm) for the main body in stockinette stitch. A 16-inch circular needle in size 5 (3.75 mm) is needed for neckline finishing. The recommended gauge is 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on the larger needles, ensuring proper fit and drape.

Additional notions include one stitch holder for securing stitches during construction, five removable stitch markers for tracking pattern sections and shaping points, and one regular stitch marker for continuous round work on the circular needle.