Rowan Mia Jumper Knitting Pattern

Rowan Mia Knitted Sweater by Quail Studio

What is Being Made

Rowan Mia is a knitted sweater pattern designed by Quail Studio, available in six sizes to fit bust measurements from 71-76 cm through to 122-127 cm (28-30 inches to 48-50 inches). The finished garment features actual bust measurements ranging from 82 cm to 134 cm, offering a range of fit options from close-fitting to generously proportioned styles. This is a classic pullover sweater construction suitable for various skill levels.

Techniques Used

Rowan Mia employs a bottom-up construction method, where the sweater is knitted starting from the lower edges and working upward toward the shoulders. The garment is worked flat on straight needles for the main body pieces, meaning each section is knitted back and forth in rows rather than in a continuous circle. The pieces are subsequently seamed together to create the finished sweater, combining the individual components (back, front, and sleeves) into a cohesive garment. This traditional flat-knit, seamed approach provides excellent stitch definition and allows for precise shaping throughout the design.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern features a textured combination stitch pattern that alternates between knit and purl stitches to create visual interest and dimension. The stitch pattern includes elements such as P1 (purl one), K1 (knit one), P2 (purl two), and K2 (knit two) sequences, repeated strategically across rows to establish the overall fabric texture. The pattern instructions specify different stitch repeat sequences for various size ranges, demonstrating how the designer has adapted the stitch pattern to maintain consistent proportions across the full size range. The ribbed edgings at cuffs and hem utilize alternating knit and purl stitches to create elastic, fitted edges that help the sweater maintain its shape during wear.

Construction Details

The back panel is cast on and worked in the established stitch pattern, with shaping occurring at the shoulders through strategic cast-offs. The front follows the same pattern as the back until approximately 12 to 14 rows before the shoulder shaping begins, at which point the neckline is shaped by placing center stitches on a holder and working each shoulder separately. Neck decreases are worked at regular intervals over subsequent rows to create a comfortable neckline opening. The sleeves are cast on with fewer stitches and worked upward in the same stitch pattern, with increases incorporated to create the proper sleeve cap shaping. All pieces are completed to specific row counts before being seamed together to form the finished garment.

Materials Required

Rowan Mia is designed to be knitted using Rowan Big Wool yarn, with the pattern requiring 9 to 12 balls of 100-gram skeins depending on the size selected (photographed in the colorway Cactus 083). The pattern calls for 10mm (US 15) straight needles as the primary needles for working the main garment pieces flat. A 9mm (US 13) circular needle or an alternative set of four double-pointed needles is required for working the neckline in the round. The specified tension is 10 stitches and 12 rows to 10 centimeters when measured over the stitch pattern using the 10mm needles, making this an important gauge to achieve for proper fit.

Pattern Reference and Availability

This pattern is officially designated as ZB241-00008 v.1 and is published by MEZ Crafts UK Ltd. under the Rowan brand. Additional pattern information and resources are available on the official Rowan website at knitrowan.com. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it convenient for immediate access and printing for reference during the knitting process.