Zazel Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Zazel Sweater in Berroco Spree

What is Being Made

The Zazel Sweater is an intermediate-level knitted pullover designed by Alison Green. This garment features a classic crew neck construction with a modern colorwork design. The sweater is available in nine sizes ranging from 35 inches to 69¾ inches bust measurement, with finished lengths between 20½ inches and 23½ inches. The design shown in the pattern is knitted in size 39¼ inches with approximately 2–4 inches of positive ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

The Zazel Sweater employs a seamless, in-the-round knitting method that minimizes finishing work. The body is worked circularly from the bottom up to the underarms, then divided to work the back and front separately before being rejoined for yoke shaping. This construction method creates a streamlined garment with minimal seaming required.

Sleeves are worked in the round using double-pointed needles, then joined to the body to work the yoke in the round. The neck shaping is accomplished using short-row techniques, which create a smooth, contoured neckline. The pattern includes a charted colorwork design that is worked into the body during construction. After completion, the finished piece requires blocking to achieve accurate measurements and proper gauge.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used throughout the Zazel Sweater is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a flat appearance. The pattern incorporates charted colorwork, indicating the use of stranded knitting or intarsia techniques to integrate the contrast color into the design. Stitch markers are used during construction to denote the beginning of round and to track pattern repeats.

Yarn and Materials

Yarn: Berroco Spree is used for this project, a yarn weight that requires 50 grams per ball. The pattern calls for two colors: #94127 Plum as the main color (MC) and #9456 Space as the contrast color (CC). Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 6 to 12 balls of the main color and 2 to 4 balls of the contrast color.

Needles and Notions: The pattern requires circular needles in two sizes—US 4 / 3.5 mm and US 6 / 4 mm—in both 16-inch and 32-inch lengths for working the body and yoke. A set of double-pointed needles in both sizes is needed for sleeve construction. Additional materials include four stitch markers (with one in a contrasting color to mark the beginning of round), a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, and waste yarn for holding stitches.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 22 stitches and 30 rounds over 4 inches in stockinette stitch using the larger needle size (US 6 / 4 mm). This gauge is measured after blocking, which is an essential step to achieve accurate finished measurements. Knitters are advised to check gauge carefully before beginning the project to ensure proper fit and finished dimensions.