Specs V-Neck Mini-Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Specs V-Neck Mini-Sweater in Juniper Moon Moonshine

What is Being Made

The Specs V-Neck Mini-Sweater is a versatile layering piece designed by Pamela Wynne as part of the Viroqu Collection. This cropped sweater features bracelet-length sleeves and a v-neckline, making it an ideal lightweight layer for spring and summer evenings. The design is offered in nine sizes ranging from XXS to 4X, with finished bust measurements from 28 inches (71 cm) to 60 inches (152.5 cm) and lengths from 15½ inches (39.5 cm) to 22 inches (56 cm).

Knitting Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The pattern employs circular needles for working in the round, which creates seamless construction and reduces finishing work. A key decorative technique featured in this design is the applied I-cord, which is worked using double-pointed needles and attached directly to the finished edges of the garment. The I-cord application process involves casting on stitches, knitting in the round without turning, and then picking up stitches from the garment edge while passing slipped stitches over to create a secure, professional-looking edge finish. For pieces worked in the round, the pattern uses a provisional cast-on method, allowing live stitches to be grafted together at the completion of the I-cord application.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch pattern used throughout the Specs V-Neck Mini-Sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a flat appearance on the right side. Supporting stitches include knit stitches, purl stitches, and purl two together (p2tog) for decreasing. The I-cord edging utilizes basic knit stitches worked in a tubular construction method. Stitch markers are used throughout the pattern to help track pattern repeats and construction points.

Materials: Yarn, Needles, and Notions

This pattern calls for Juniper Moon Farm Moonshine yarn in color #18 Azalea. The yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 3 hanks for the smallest size (XXS) to 8 hanks for the largest sizes (3X and 4X). Knitters will need two sets of US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles measuring 24 inches (60 cm) in length, as well as US 7 double-point needles for the I-cord application. A smaller needle size, US 5 (3.75 mm), is also required in both 24-inch circular and double-point needle formats for ribbed sections or edge finishing. The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, which is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, stitch markers for tracking progress, scrap yarn or a stitch holder for temporarily securing stitches, and five 3/8-inch (9 mm) buttons for the v-neckline closure.