Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Eloise Jumper Knitting Pattern

Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Eloise Knitted Sweater

What is Being Made

The Eloise pattern is a knitted pullover sweater designed by Nancy Camposano. This is an easy-level garment available in two finished bust sizes: XS/S measuring 43½ inches (110.5 cm) and M/L measuring 52½ inches (133.5 cm). The back length is 24 inches (61 cm) for the smaller size and 25 inches (63.5 cm) for the larger size. The sweater features a classic pullover construction with set-in armholes and a crew neckline.

Construction Techniques

The Eloise sweater is worked flat using the bottom-up construction method, meaning pieces are knitted from the lower edge upward and then seamed together. This approach allows for straightforward shaping and fitting adjustments as you progress through each component. The garment is constructed in separate pieces—back, front, and sleeves—which are then joined using seaming techniques, making this an ideal method for achieving professional finishing and precise garment proportions.

Stitches and Pattern Details

The Eloise sweater utilizes two primary stitch patterns:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – This is the main stitch used throughout most of the sweater body and sleeves. Stockinette stitch creates the classic smooth, flat appearance characteristic of traditional knitted garments and provides excellent drape and comfort for a wearable sweater.
• Rib Pattern – A multiple of 4 stitches plus 3, worked over 8 rows at the lower edge. The rib pattern alternates knit and purl stitches (K3, P1 on right-side rows and P2, K3, P1 on wrong-side rows), creating elasticity and a finished, tailored look at the hem.

The pattern includes strategic shaping techniques such as increases using make-one stitches (M1) for armhole shaping, decreases using knit two together (K2tog) and slip, slip, knit (ssk) for neck shaping, and bind-off techniques for finishing edges. Stitch markers are used throughout to help track pattern repeats and shaping points.

Materials and Tools Required

The Eloise sweater is knitted with Stacy Charles Fine Yarns BIO BIMBO, a 100% organic cotton yarn available in color #0068 Flamingo. The yardage requirements are 6 balls (1,176 yards/1,080 meters) for the XS/S size and 8 balls (1,568 yards/1,440 meters) for the M/L size. Each ball weighs 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and contains 196 yards (180 meters).

Essential tools include size 5 (3.75mm) straight needles for working the main pieces flat, and one size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle measuring 16 inches (40 cm) for the neckband ribbing. Additional supplies needed are stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping points, and stitch holders for securing stitches temporarily during construction.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 22½ stitches and 30 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished sweater matches the intended measurements. The organic cotton yarn provides a breathable, natural fiber option ideal for warm-weather wear, and the combination of stockinette and rib stitches creates a balanced, classic sweater suitable for various styling occasions.