Shibui Knits Blur Jumper Knitting Pattern

Shibui Knits Blur Monochrome Collection Sweater

What is Being Made

The Blur is a contemporary pullover sweater designed by Kirsten Johnstone and published by Shibui Knits. This sophisticated garment features a funnel neckline and asymmetrical color blocking on one shoulder and cuff, creating a modern aesthetic. The sweater is engineered for a lightweight, comfortable fit with finished bust circumferences ranging from 32 to 42 inches, making it suitable for sizes XS through XL.

Construction Method and Techniques

This sweater is knit bottom-up in four separate pieces, then seamed together for a polished finish. The back and front panels are worked flat on straight needles, while the sleeves are initially worked in the round using double-pointed needles up to the underarm, then switched to flat knitting for cap shaping. The collar is picked up around the neckline and worked in the round to create the structured funnel neck.

The pattern incorporates intarsia color blocking, where a single strand of Silk Cloud is added to double-stranded Pebble in designated block areas to create glowing contrast against the monochrome base. Folded edgings are worked into both the cuffs and hem for added structure and a refined finish. A crochet provisional cast-on technique is used to create a flexible foundation for the hem.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary stitch throughout the sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric. The pattern requires intermediate-level knitting skills and involves shaping techniques including armhole decreases worked on wrong-side rows. The folded edgings and structured cuffs add textural interest while maintaining the sweater's clean, contemporary silhouette.

Yarn and Materials

The Blur is designed to be worked with two strands of Shibui Pebble held together throughout as the primary yarn. Shibui Pebble is a luxury blend of 48% recycled silk, 36% fine merino, and 16% cashmere, with 224 yards per 25-gram skein. The pattern requires 11 to 14 skeins of Pebble depending on size.

For the intarsia color blocks, one strand of Shibui Silk Cloud is added to the Pebble in designated areas. Silk Cloud is a luxurious yarn composed of 60% kid mohair and 40% silk, yielding 330 yards per 25-gram skein. The pattern calls for 2 to 3 skeins of Silk Cloud depending on size. Both yarns are shown in monochromatic colorways: Pebble in Tar and Silk Cloud in Abyss.

Essential tools include US Size 8 (5 mm) straight needles and double-pointed needles, with a spare Size 8 needle and dpns reserved for working hems. Additional supplies include a crochet hook for the provisional cast-on, waste yarn, stitch holders, a stitch marker, and a tapestry needle for seaming and finishing.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch after blocking, using two strands of Pebble held together. Finished bust circumferences range from 32 inches (XS) to 42 inches (XL), with a consistent length of approximately 24.75 to 26 inches from the top of the shoulder, depending on size.