Garment description:

This jumper represents all that I stand for in my craft - colorful, full of texture and properly flowy. While it might look like a complex knit, all you need to know is how to knit and purl! It is the perfect project for the beginner knitter that is looking to venture into garment knitting or stitches other than stockinette. The jumper features a boat neck (hello off-shoulder looks!) and big trumpet sleeves, which makes it a fun statement piece. It is knitted flat and then seamed together (or you can try out something new and pick up stitches around the armhole to knit the sleeves in the round!). You can decide how warm you want it to be by choosing a different yarn fiber - I recommend chainette cotton for a jumper you can throw on chilly summer evenings or wool/alpaca for a cozier piece.

Sizing:

This jumper pattern has been written and tested for 7 sizes. Measure yourself at the widest part of your bust and choose your size accordingly. If you are between sizes, I recommend you choose the one closest to you or size down!

AA - 61-66 cm (24-26 in)
A - 71-76 cm (28-30 in)
B - 81-86 cm (32-34 in)
C - 92-97 cm (36-38 in)
D - 102-107 cm (40-42 in)
E - 112-117 cm (44-46 in)
F - 122-127 cm (48-50 in)
G - 132-137 cm (52-54 in)
H - 142-147 cm (56-58 in)
I - 152-158 cm (60-62 in)

The garment has approx. 22-27 cm (9-11 in) of positive ease.

Sizes G-I were written but not tested. They are included in the pattern as I believe they are correctly graded after the feedback on the other tested sizes. If you are unsure and would like to knit this size, please reach out to me.

Gauge:

10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) square = 14 sts x 18 rows in stockinette stitch knitted flat with 7mm needles (after blocking)

Suggested Needles:

7mm (no US equivalent) & 6mm (US 10) knitting needles (works with circular or straight needles)

Other materials:

Measuring tape
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Yarn:

Any bulky or chunky weight yarn. Chainette, ribbon or tape cotton is recommended for an airy jumper. Acrylic, wool (blends) or alpaca are alternatives for a warmer garment.

AA - 380m (A), 290m (B)
A - 410m (A), 300m (B)
B - 460m (A), 320m (B)
C - 510m (A), 340m (B)
D - 550m (A), 370m (B)
E - 630m (A), 420m (B)
F - 680m (A), 450m (B)
G - 740m (A), 490m (B)
H - 790m (A), 520m (B)
I - 830m (A), 550m (B)

The letters refer to color A (yellow in sample) or color B (blue in sample).

Skill level: Beginner