Lace Jumper with Dragon Motif Pattern

Description

This pattern combines delicate lacework with a stunning dragon motif, perfect for knitters looking for a unique challenge.

Materials

• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn (US 1 / UK Old 14 / 2.25 mm) in main color and contrast color
• Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) and US 4 (3.5 mm) knitting needles
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch on US 4 needles

Dragon Motif Chart

Insert dragon motif chart here

Pattern

1. Using main color and US 3 needles, cast on 100 stitches. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 1 inch.
2. Switch to US 4 needles and begin lace pattern, following chart for dragon motif.
3. Continue in pattern until piece measures desired length, ending with a WS row.
4. Shape armholes: Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Then, decrease 1 stitch at each end of the next 4 rows.
5. Continue in pattern until armholes measure 7 inches, ending with a WS row.
6. Shape shoulders: Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows.
7. Bind off remaining stitches.
8. With contrast color, pick up stitches around neckline and work in K1, P1 ribbing for 1 inch. Bind off in ribbing pattern.
9. Weave in ends and block jumper to finished measurements.

Finishing

Block the jumper to shape, following yarn care instructions. Sew side seams and shoulders using mattress stitch. Attach sleeves if desired.