Rowan V-Neck Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Rowan V-Neck Sweater

What is Being Made

The Rowan V-Neck Sweater is a classic pullover garment designed to fit bust measurements from 81–127 cm (32–50 inches) across five size options. This knitted sweater features a distinctive V-shaped neckline and is constructed using a structured, tailored approach suitable for intermediate knitters.

Knitting Techniques

This sweater employs a bottom-up construction method, meaning the garment is knitted starting from the lower edge and progressing upward toward the shoulders and neckline. The pattern uses both flat knitting and circular knitting techniques. The main body pieces are worked flat on straight needles, while the neckband finishing is worked in the round using a circular needle. The sweater is seamed, requiring assembly of separate front and back panels along the side seams and shoulder seams after all pieces are completed.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The sweater begins with a ribbed edging worked in alternating knit and purl stitches (K1, P1 rib), which provides elasticity and a neat finish at the lower edge. This ribbing is worked for 8 rows total using the smaller needles to create a snug, fitted band. The main body of the sweater is worked in stockinette stitch (abbreviated as st st), which creates the smooth, classic V-neck sweater appearance. Stockinette stitch is formed by alternating rows of knit stitches on the right side and purl stitches on the wrong side, producing the characteristic flat, uniform fabric texture.

Shaping and Construction Details

The V-neck is created through strategic decreasing at the front neckline. After the front panel reaches a specific length, stitches are divided and each side of the neck is worked separately. Decreases are worked at the neck edge on alternating rows (every 2 rows for 15–16 rows depending on size, then every 4 rows for 1–2 additional rows) to gradually shape the V-neckline. The shoulders are shaped through stepped cast-offs at the beginning of rows, creating a structured shoulder seam. The pattern includes detailed shaping instructions for five different sizes, with stitch counts and row measurements provided for each size option.

Yarn and Needles

The sweater is knitted using Rowan Merino Aria yarn, a premium wool blend available in the photographed colorways Snow (047) and Velvet (045). The pattern requires 9–11 balls of 50-gram yarn depending on the chosen size. Two needle sizes are used: 6mm (US 10) needles for the ribbed edging and a 7mm (US 10½/11) circular needle (no more than 40 cm long) for the neckband. The main body is worked on 7mm (US 10½/11) needles. The recommended tension is 14 stitches and 18 rows over 10 cm (4 inches) measured in stockinette stitch, which is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements.

Skill Level and Finished Dimensions

This pattern is rated at Skill Level 2, indicating it is suitable for knitters with some experience beyond absolute beginners. The finished bust measurements range from 107 cm (42¼ inches) in the smallest size to 147 cm (58 inches) in the largest size, with the sweater length measuring between 58–66 cm depending on size. The pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF and is part of the Rowan collection by Quail Studio (design reference ZB283-00005-UK).