Strawberry Patch Jumper

Description:

This cozy jumper features a charming strawberry patch pattern, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your wardrobe. The sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down, allowing for easy customization of length and fit.

Materials:

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in green, red, and black. (Approx. 500g/600yd of green, 200g/240yd of red, 50g/60yd of black)
Needles: US 8/UK 6/5mm circular needles and double-pointed needles
Stitch markers, yarn needle, scissors

Gauge:

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Size:

Pattern is written for sizes S (M, L, XL) corresponding to approximate bust measurements of 34 (38, 42, 46) inches.

Instructions:

Using green yarn, CO 80 (88, 96, 104) stitches. Join in the round, being careful not to twist, and place marker for beginning of round.
Work in 2x2 ribbing (k2, p2) for 2 inches.
Switch to stockinette stitch and continue working until piece measures 8 (8, 9, 9) inches from the cast-on edge.
Begin strawberry patch pattern:
- Row 1: Knit all stitches with red yarn.
- Rows 2-4: Knit all stitches with green yarn.
- Rows 5-8: Knit all stitches with red yarn.
- Row 9: *K2, p5, k2; repeat from * to end with black yarn.
- Rows 10-12: Knit all stitches with green yarn.
Continue in stockinette stitch until piece measures 16 (16, 17, 17) inches from the cast-on edge.
Shape raglan:
- Next row: K1, ssk, knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, k1. Place marker, knit across front stitches, place marker, k1, ssk, knit to last 3 stitches, k2tog, k1. (8 stitches decreased)
- Repeat the decrease row every other row 10 (11, 12, 13) more times. (50 (54, 58, 62) stitches remaining)
Work even in stockinette stitch until sleeves measure 16 (17, 18, 19) inches from the cast-on edge.
BO all stitches and weave in ends.

Finishing:

Block the jumper to measurements, following yarn care instructions. Sew up underarm seams using mattress stitch. Enjoy your strawberry patch jumper!

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