Uma Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Uma Pullover in Juniper Moon Sabine

What is Being Made

The Uma Pullover is a classic knitted sweater designed by Tabetha Hedrick for Juniper Moon Farm. This garment is a crew-neck pullover available in seven sizes ranging from XS to 3X, with finished bust measurements from 31¼ inches (79.5 cm) for the smallest size up to 53¼ inches (135.5 cm) for the largest size. The pullover features a length ranging from 22½ inches (57 cm) to 27 inches (68.5 cm) depending on size, and is designed to fit with 1¼ inches (3 cm) of positive ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Uma Pullover employs several intermediate knitting techniques that add visual interest and texture to the finished garment. Cable knitting is a primary design element, featuring the signature Uma Cable panel that measures 2¾ inches (7 cm) in width. The pattern incorporates cable crosses using both right-leaning (RC) and left-leaning (LC) cable techniques, creating a dynamic twisted rope effect throughout the design. The sweater is constructed using top-down or seamless construction methods, utilizing circular needles for the body and ribbed edgings. A sloped bind-off technique is employed for shaping, which creates a gradual, professional-looking decrease at specific points in the pattern. The neckband is worked in the round using a circular needle, and the pattern includes stitch markers to help track pattern repeats and shaping points.

Stitches Used

The Uma Pullover utilizes a combination of fundamental and decorative stitches to create its finished appearance. Stockinette stitch (St st) forms the main fabric of the sweater body, providing a smooth, classic knit surface. K2P2 Rib (knit 2, purl 2 ribbing) is used for the cuffs and hem, creating stretchy, fitted edgings that help the garment maintain its shape. The Neckband Rib uses a P2K2 (purl 2, knit 2) pattern worked in the round for the crew neckline. The Uma Cable is a 16-stitch pattern that repeats over 16 rows, featuring multiple cable crosses that alternate direction to create a braided or twisted appearance. This cable panel serves as the focal point of the design and is worked over a reverse stockinette background (purl stitches) to make the cables visually pop.

Materials and Tools

The Uma Pullover is knitted using Juniper Moon Farm Sabine yarn in color #14 Muscadine. The yardage requirement ranges from 4 hanks for the smallest size (XS) to 7 hanks for the largest sizes (2X and 3X). The pattern calls for US 7 (4.5 mm) straight needles for working the main fabric, which produces a gauge of 20 stitches and 29 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. US 6 (4 mm) circular needles measuring 32 inches (80 cm) are used for the ribbed edgings and neckband, which produce a slightly tighter gauge of 20 stitches and 30 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in K2P2 rib. Additional notions include a cable needle for executing the cable crosses, four stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming if necessary, and one 1-inch (2.5 cm) button for finishing details.