Twist Collective Liminal Jumper Knitting Pattern

Twist Collective Liminal Knit Tank Sweater

What Is Being Made

Liminal is a delicate lace-edged A-line tank sweater designed by Kate Gilbert. This garment features an elegant silhouette with a decorative wrapped back closure, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various occasions. The tank is available in six sizes, ranging from 33¾" to 52" bust measurement, with corresponding length options from 18" to 22½". The design is intended to be worn with 0–2" of ease for a refined, close-to-body fit.

Construction Method and Techniques

This sweater is constructed using the bottom-up method, with pieces knit flat on circular needles rather than in the round. The garment is then seamed together during finishing, allowing for precise shaping and a professional appearance. The lace pattern is a key design feature, appearing as delicate edging that frames the neckline and adds visual interest to the finished piece.

The construction begins with casting on stitches for the front panel using longer circular needles. Shaping occurs throughout the piece with strategic decreases worked at regular intervals to create the A-line silhouette. The back wrap closure is a distinctive design element—the wrapped section is sewn in place for ease of wear, while a decorative button provides visual embellishment. This construction approach allows for adjustable fit in finishing by controlling the amount of overlap in the back wrap.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used throughout the sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric base. The lace pattern is worked using yarn overs and decreases in alternating rows:

• Row 2 (RS): K1, *k2tog, yo, k1; repeat from * to end
• Row 4 (RS): K1, *yo, ssk, k1; repeat from * to end
• Rows 3 and 5: Purl

This lace repeat is worked multiple times to create the delicate edging. Additional shaping techniques include ssk (slip, slip, knit) decreases and k2tog (knit two together) decreases, which are strategically placed to shape the armholes and neckline. The neck shaping involves a series of decrease rows worked every 10th row to create a refined neckline opening.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The suggested yarn for this project is HiKoo CoBaSi DK, a luxurious blend composed of 55% cotton, 16% bamboo, 8% silk, and 21% elastic nylon. This fiber composition creates a fabric with excellent drape, breathability, and subtle elasticity for comfortable wear. The yarn is available in 140-yard (128-meter) skeins at 1¾ ounces (50 grams) per ball. The pattern requires 6 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10) balls depending on size, with the sample shown in size 33¾" using yarn in #001 White.

Construction requires Size 6 US (4 mm) circular needles in both 16" (40 cm) and 24" (60 cm) lengths. The longer needle accommodates the initial cast-on and body stitches, while the shorter needle may be used for smaller sections. Needle size should be adjusted if necessary to obtain the correct gauge for proper fit and drape.

Additional Notions and Finishing

Beyond yarn and needles, the pattern requires minimal notions: a stitch marker for tracking pattern repeats, a stitch holder for managing stitches during construction, a tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends, one decorative button measuring 1" (25 mm) in diameter, and sewing thread that matches the yarn color for secure finishing.