Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Sweater in Noro Bachi

What is Being Made

This is an intermediate-level knitted sweater sized for Small with finished bust measurements of 34-38 inches (86-96 cm). The sweater features a classic pullover construction with set-in sleeves, measuring 25 inches (63 cm) in total length and 17 inches (43 cm) in sleeve length. The underarm width is 37 inches (93 cm), providing a comfortable, relaxed fit suitable for everyday wear.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several intermediate techniques to create its finished structure. The pattern incorporates charted stitch patterns that require reading and interpreting knitting charts, including understanding "no stitch" spaces where stitches have been decreased or not yet made. Knitters will use stitch markers placed on the needle to help track pattern repeats and shaping sections throughout the garment.

The construction involves picking up and knitting stitches along edges, a technique essential for adding ribbing or other edgings. Seaming is required to join the various pieces together, and the pattern includes selvage stitches—edge stitches specifically designed to make seaming easier and create neater finished seams. Shaping is achieved through strategic decreases worked into the pattern.

Stitches Used

The sweater utilizes fundamental knitting stitches combined into a stitch pattern panel. The pattern includes:

• Knit stitches and purl stitches worked in combination to create textured stitch patterns
• Yarn overs to create new stitches and add openwork or decorative elements to the design
• Decreases including slip, slip, knit (SSK) and other decrease methods to shape the garment at armholes, neckline, and sleeve caps
• Slip stitches used for selvage edges and pattern transitions
• Purl increases made by lifting the strand between stitches and purling into it to add stitches where needed

Materials and Tools

The sweater requires 4 balls of Noro Bachi yarn in colorway #01, with each ball weighing 200 grams, providing ample yardage for the complete garment. Knitters will need one pair of size US 11 (7mm) knitting needles as the primary tool for construction.

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 16 rows to 4 inches (10 cm) measured over the stitch pattern using size US 11 needles. Achieving this gauge is critical for proper fit, and the pattern instructions emphasize taking time to check gauge before beginning the sweater. The editor recommends using LYKKE needles and hooks for best results throughout the project.