Rowan Belle Jumper Knitting Pattern

Rowan Belle Sweater by Marie Wallin

What is Being Made

Rowan Belle is a children's sweater designed by Marie Wallin, available in three sizes to fit ages 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8 years. This classic pullover features a charted stripe pattern worked throughout the body and is constructed using traditional knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters.

Construction Method

The sweater is worked flat on straight needles and uses a bottom-up seamed construction. This approach involves knitting the back and front pieces separately from the bottom edge upward, then seaming the pieces together. The garment incorporates raglan armhole shaping, which creates diagonal lines from the underarm to the neckline, providing a comfortable and flattering fit for children.

Stitch Techniques and Pattern Details

The pattern incorporates several key stitch techniques:

• Stockinette stitch forms the primary fabric base, measured at a tension of 28 stitches and 36 rows over 10 centimeters
• Striped colorwork is worked from a provided chart, with colors changed at regular intervals throughout the pattern
• Ribbed edging appears in the initial rows, combining knit and purl stitches in a textured pattern (P1, K1 tbl, P1 repeat)
• Decreasing techniques are used for shaping the raglan armholes and neckline, including single decreases and double decreases (K2tog)
• Crochet finishing is incorporated, with a 2.50mm crochet hook used for edge work

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Rowan Summerlite 4ply yarn in six colors, with yardage varying by size:

• Yarn A: 2 x 50gm balls
• Yarn B: 1 x 50gm ball
• Yarn C: 1 x 50gm ball
• Yarn D: 2-3 x 50gm balls (depending on size)
• Yarn E: 1 x 50gm ball
• Yarn F: 1 x 50gm ball

Needles and Tools

The pattern requires the following needle sizes:

• 1 pair of 2.75mm (US 2) needles for ribbed edging
• 1 pair of 3mm (US 2/3) needles for main fabric
• 1 x 2.50mm (US C2) crochet hook for finishing details

Garment Measurements

The back piece measures 23-25 centimeters in length before armhole shaping, depending on size. The pattern provides specific stitch counts at each stage, allowing knitters to check their progress and ensure proper fit for the intended age range.