Open Knit Long Sleeve Cropped Jumper Pattern
This pattern will guide you through creating a stylish open knit long sleeve cropped jumper that is perfect for layering.
Materials:
- Yarn: Light Worsted Weight Yarn (US), DK Yarn (UK), 8 Ply Yarn (AUS), 3 (Light) Weight Yarn (Old)
- Knitting Needles: US 8 (5mm), UK 6 (4mm), 10 (Old)
- Crochet Hook: US G/6 (4mm), UK 8, 6 (Old)
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Gauge:
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Size:
One size fits most (easily customizable)
Instructions:
- Cast on 120 stitches using long tail cast on method.
- Work in 2x2 ribbing (k2, p2) for 2 inches.
- Switch to stockinette stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) and knit until piece measures 12 inches from cast on edge.
- Shape sleeves by binding off 6 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Continue working in stockinette stitch until piece measures 16 inches from cast on edge.
- Knit 30 stitches, place marker, knit 60 stitches, place marker, knit remaining 30 stitches.
- Continue working in stockinette stitch, decreasing 1 stitch before and after each marker every 3rd row 4 times.
- Once decreases are complete, work even until piece measures 18 inches from cast on edge.
- Switch back to 2x2 ribbing and work for 2 inches.
- Bind off in pattern.
- Seam sides of jumper together leaving openings for sleeves.
- Weave in ends and block garment to desired measurements.
Enjoy your cozy and trendy open knit long sleeve cropped jumper!