Create a stylish and cozy garment with the free Rowan Brownie Jumper knitting pattern! This intermediate-level pattern uses luxurious Rowan Kidsilk Haze yarn to create a soft, lightweight sweater with a flattering V-neck. Available in sizes S to XL (to fit bust 32-46 inches), the design features classic stockinette stitch with ribbing details and shaping for a tailored fit. The pattern includes detailed instructions for shaping the back, front, sleeves, and a neat v-neckband, using techniques such as decreases, increases, and picking up stitches. Download this free pattern and knit a timeless piece for your wardrobe!
- Skill Level: Not explicitly stated, but based on the techniques (shaping, picking up stitches, seaming), it’s best suited for an intermediate or experienced knitter.
- Yarn Used: Rowan Kidsilk Haze (25gm balls). The number of balls required varies by size: 4 (S), 5 (M, L), 6 (XL). The sample is knit in Orange Musk 673.
- Needles:
- 3.25mm (US 3) needles (for ribbing)
- 4mm (US 6) needles (for main body)
- Gauge: 21 stitches and 29 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) in stockinette stitch using 4mm needles.
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL. To fit bust sizes:
- S: 81-86 cm (32-34 inches)
- M: 91-97 cm (36-38 inches)
- L: 102-107 cm (40-42 inches)
- XL: 112-117 cm (44-46 inches)
- Construction: The sweater is knit in pieces (Back, Front, Sleeves) and seamed.
- Back: Starts with ribbing, then stockinette stitch with shaping (decreases and increases) for the waist. Armholes are shaped, followed by back neck and shoulder shaping.
- Front: Worked similarly to the back, but with a V-neck division and shaping.
- Sleeves: Begin with ribbing, then stockinette stitch with increases for shaping. The sleeve cap is shaped with decreases.
- Neckband: Stitches are picked up around the neckline, and a ribbed V-neck band is worked with decreases at the center front.
- Techniques Used: Ribbing (K1, P1), stockinette stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side), decreasing (dec 1 st, K2tog, P2tog, P2tog tbl, sl 1, K1, psso), increasing (inc 1 st), casting on, casting off, picking up stitches, seaming (back stitch or mattress stitch), set-in sleeve method.
