Unisex Top-Down Summer Jumper in Sesia Bio Sunny DK/8ply

Description

The Unisex Top-Down Summer Jumper is a lightweight and comfortable knitting project perfect for warm weather. Designed for a variety of sizes (S to 3XL), this jumper is knit in the round from the top down, which allows for minimal seaming and easy customization. It features simple raglan shaping, making it a great project for knitters looking to create a stylish, relaxed-fit jumper.

Tension

24 stitches and 32 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch, using 3.75mm needles.

Sizes

Materials

Needle Sizes

• 3.50mm (US 4) and 3.75mm (US 5) circular knitting needles (60 cm and 80 cm cord).
• 3.50mm and 3.75mm double-pointed needles for sleeves, or use magic loop technique.
• Tapestry needle, 1 unique marker for the center back, and 4 markers for raglan shaping.
• Waste yarn to hold sleeve stitches.

Instructions Overview

• Body: The jumper is worked from the top down in one piece. Raglan shaping is used to form the shoulders. The body is worked in the round with stocking stitch.
• Sleeves: Sleeves are worked separately in the round and joined at the underarm for a seamless finish.
• Neckline & Ribbing: Ribbing is worked at the hem, cuffs, and neckline for a neat and comfortable finish.

Stitch Patterns

• Stocking Stitch (St st): Knit all rounds when working in the round.
• Ribbing: K2, P2 ribbing for the hem, cuffs, and neckline.

Finishing

• Seaming: No seams are required as the jumper is worked in the round. Any underarm stitches should be closed neatly.
• Blocking: Block the jumper gently to smooth the fabric and even out the stitches.

Designer

Naturally Yarns

Yarn Size

DK/8ply

Recommended Yarn

Notions

Stitch markers, tapestry needle​