Pompom Sweater by Lily Steeple

Pompom Sweater

Knitting
April 2021
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
1000 - 1200 yards (914 - 1097 m)
32" (UK size 8) and 34" bust (UK size 10)
English
This pattern is available from etsy.com for £4.20.

Pompom jumper

Fun and youthful jumper with puff sleeves and cord ties with pompoms. This pattern adapts a 1930s pattern for a two tone jumper in stocking stitch. The adapted pattern is knit in a single colour with a moss stitch yoke and has the addition of shoulder pads. There are also instructions for an additional larger size and a schematic giving finished measurements of each design feature.

The jumper pictured is knit in Drops Fabel 4-ply wool in ‘cream’. There is a guide included in the pattern for choosing an alternative wool. It is knit on 3.25mm knitting needles.

There are instructions for two sizes:
32” bust and 34” bust (NEW)
The finished jumper measures: Back - 19.5”, Sleeve seam - 5.5”, Side seam - 12.5”

TECHNIQUES: Crocheting (single chain & double crochet), Decreasing, Increasing, K2, P2 Rib, Making a pompom, Moss Stitch, Setting in Sleeves, Stocking Stitch (Knit first row, Purl second row)

The pattern includes:

  • Easy to follow written instructions about how to make the jumper and a list of materials required
  • a schema giving details of measurements
  • a beginner’s guide to choosing wool.