Womens Lace Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Women's Lace Pullover in Plymouth Yarn Cashmere De Cotone

What Is Being Made

This is a sophisticated women's lace pullover sweater designed for advanced knitters. The garment features an elegant chevron lace pattern worked throughout the body and sleeves, creating a refined, open-work aesthetic. The pullover is available in five sizes ranging from Small to XXL, with finished chest measurements from 32½ inches up to 54½ inches and finished lengths from 21½ inches to 25½ inches. The design includes set-in sleeves with lengths ranging from 13 inches to 15 inches depending on size.

Craft and Techniques

This pattern is executed using the knitting craft and is classified as an advanced difficulty project, suitable for experienced knitters. The construction employs several specialized knitting techniques to achieve its polished finish. The pattern includes instructions for slipping the first stitch of every row to prevent a "stairstep" appearance at the shaped shoulders, demonstrating attention to professional finishing details. The garment is worked primarily flat on circular needles, with ribbed sections worked both flat and in the round depending on the construction stage.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pullover incorporates multiple stitch patterns to create its distinctive look:

• 1x1 Ribbing: Used for edgings and cuffs, this classic rib pattern alternates knit and purl stitches. When worked flat, it follows a two-row repeat (Row 1 worked on the wrong side with P1, *k1, p1 repeat; Row 2 worked on the right side with K1, *p1, k1 repeat). When worked in the round, the pattern simplifies to a single-round repeat of *k1, p1.
• Chevron Lace Pattern: This is the signature stitch pattern for the body and sleeves, worked over a multiple of 13 stitches plus 1 edge stitch. The chevron pattern is an eight-row repeat that combines knit and purl stitches with yarn overs (yo), decreases (k2tog and ssk for left and right-leaning decreases respectively), and cable stitches (C2F for cable 2 front). The pattern creates a flowing, V-shaped lace motif characteristic of chevron designs.
• Stockinette Stitch: Referenced in the gauge specifications, this fundamental stitch provides the base structure in areas without lace patterning.

The pattern also employs specialized increase techniques including M1L (make one left) and M1R (make one right), which are directional increases that maintain the integrity of the lace pattern by picking up the bar between stitches and knitting through the back loop or front loop as appropriate.

Materials and Tools

This pullover is worked in Plymouth Yarn Cashmere de Cotone, a luxurious blend yarn available in color 8 Grey. The yardage requirement varies by size, ranging from 8 balls (400 grams) for the smallest size to 13 balls (650 grams) for the largest size, with each ball weighing 50 grams.

The needles and notions required include a US Size 6 (4mm) circular needle measuring 24 inches in length, which accommodates the flat working method used throughout the pattern. Additional notions include 4 removable stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping points, and 2 stitch holders for temporarily securing stitches during construction.

Gauge and Blocking

Achieving proper gauge is critical for this advanced pattern. The specifications call for three different gauges depending on the stitch pattern being worked: 20 stitches and 28 rows equals 4 inches in stockinette stitch on US Size 6 needles after blocking; 19 stitches and 28 rows equals 4 inches in the chevron lace pattern on US Size 6 needles after blocking; and 20 stitches equals 4 inches in 1x1 ribbing on US Size 6 needles when slightly stretched. Blocking is essential to achieve these gauges and to open up the lace pattern properly.