Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Leah Tee Jumper Knitting Pattern

Stacy Charles Fine Yarns Leah Tee

What is Being Made

The Leah Tee is a short-sleeved knitted sweater designed by Pamela Grushkin, offered in eight sizes ranging from XS to 4XL. This intermediate-level project features a sophisticated lace pattern and is constructed as a fitted pullover with a modern, minimalist silhouette. The finished bust measurements range from 34¼ inches (87 cm) in the XS size to 62½ inches (158.5 cm) in the 4XL size, with corresponding length adjustments from 23¼ inches (59 cm) to 27¾ inches (70.5 cm).

Techniques Used

The Leah Tee employs multiple construction techniques to create its finished garment. The body is worked in the round from the bottom up using circular needles, which provides a seamless construction for the main torso. After the body reaches the appropriate length, the front and back pieces are separated and worked flat to accommodate the armhole shaping and shoulder seams. The garment incorporates lace patterning, specifically the Arrow Bands motif, which adds visual interest and texture throughout the design. Assembly is completed using the three-needle bind-off technique, which creates a secure seam while simultaneously binding off stitches—this method can be worked with right sides facing each other for a decorative seam detail on the exterior of the garment. The overall construction method is seamed, as pieces are joined together rather than being entirely seamless.

Stitches Used

The Leah Tee features several essential knitting stitches and abbreviations throughout its construction. The primary stitch is stockinette stitch, which forms the base fabric and is used to establish the gauge measurement of 20½ stitches and 31 rows over 4 inches (10 cm). The lace pattern, called Arrow Bands, is a 16-stitch multiple repeat that incorporates the following specialized stitches:

• Yarn overs (yo) – used to create the openwork characteristic of lace knitting
• Ssk (slip, slip, knit) – a left-leaning decrease
• K2tog (knit two together) – a right-leaning decrease
• S2kp (slip 2 stitches together knitwise, knit 1, pass slipped stitches over) – a centered double decrease that creates the distinctive arrow points in the lace pattern
• Knit (k) – the fundamental stitch used in stockinette sections and between lace rows

The Arrow Bands pattern repeats over 8 rounds, alternating between lace rounds containing decreases and yarn overs, and plain knit rounds that allow the pattern to develop visually. This combination of techniques creates an elegant, openwork fabric that maintains structural integrity while providing breathability suitable for a warm-weather tee.

Materials

The Leah Tee is designed to be knitted with Sesia AMELIA yarn, a premium blend composed of 40% silk, 30% linen, and 30% cotton. This fiber composition creates a lightweight, breathable fabric ideal for a short-sleeved garment. The yardage requirement ranges from 5 balls (685 yards/625 meters) for the smallest size to 12 balls (1,644 yards/1,500 meters) for the largest size. Each ball contains 1.75 ounces (50 grams) and provides 137 yards (125 meters) of yarn. The pattern calls for the color #58 spring green.

The project requires multiple size 5 (3.75mm) circular needles in different lengths to accommodate various sections of the garment. A 32-inch (80 cm) or 40-inch (100 cm) circular needle serves as the primary needle for the body worked in the round. A 24-inch (60 cm) circular needle is designated as a spare for the three-needle bind-off seaming technique. A 16-inch (40 cm) circular needle is used specifically for the sleeve edgings. Additional supplies include stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and round beginnings, waste yarn for holding stitches, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming.