Agyness Jumper in Rowan Big Wool - RM007-00012-DEP - Downloadable PDF

Agyness Jumper by Martin Storey – Rowan Big Wool Pattern Summary (RM007-00012-DEP)

The Agyness Jumper is a super-chunky knitted sweater designed by Martin Storey for Rowan. Available as a downloadable PDF, this pattern produces a stylish, cosy jumper with a structured silhouette, making it an excellent project for knitters who enjoy working with chunky-weight yarn and combining simple and textured stitch patterns. The design is rated intermediate in difficulty, meaning it is best suited to knitters who are comfortable with shaping, cable techniques, and reading multi-row pattern repeats.

What Is Being Made

The pattern constructs a classic pullover jumper worked in separate pieces — including a left front, right front, back, and sleeves — which are then seamed together. The finished garment features a combination of ribbed welts and cuffs alongside a decorative cable and lace panel running through the body, giving the jumper both visual interest and a flattering drape. The jumper is available in nine sizes, fitting bust measurements ranging from 71–76 cm up to 152–157 cm, with corresponding knitted bust measurements from 101.5 cm to 184.5 cm, offering generous positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is written for Rowan Merino Aria, a 50 g super-chunky weight yarn. The sample shown in the PDF is photographed in Natural 041. Merino Aria is a luxuriously soft yarn that works beautifully with the textured stitch patterns called for in this design, providing excellent stitch definition for both the cable and the lace elements.

• Yarn: Rowan Merino Aria, 50 g balls, shown in Natural 041
• Weight: Super chunky

Needles and Notions

The pattern requires a small selection of needles and accessories to complete the project successfully:

• Straight knitting needles: sizes 6 and 7 (metric sizing as referenced in the original pattern)
• Circular knitting needle: size 6, at least 140 cm long (used for picking up stitches, such as neckbands)
• Cable needle (CN): for working the cable crossings
• Stitch holders / auxiliary needles: for holding stitches during shoulder and neck shaping

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct tension is essential for a well-fitting finished garment. The pattern specifies two separate tension swatches:

• 14 stitches and 21 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on size 7 needles
• 21 stitches and 23 rows = 10 × 10 cm in cable pattern on size 7 needles

It is worth noting that the cable pattern produces a denser, narrower fabric than stocking stitch, which is why a separate gauge measurement is provided. Knitters should swatch in both stitch types before casting on.

Techniques Used

The Agyness Jumper draws on a range of knitting techniques that make it a rewarding intermediate-level project:

• Casting on and binding off — including shaped bind-offs at armholes, shoulders, and necklines
• Ribbing — a 2×2 rib pattern is used for the welts and cuffs, worked on the smaller size 6 needles before switching to size 7 for the body
• Shaping — armhole shaping, shoulder shaping, and neckline shaping all involve carefully sequenced decreases and bind-offs worked over multiple rows
• Seaming — the garment is constructed in pieces and joined, requiring neat mattress stitch or backstitch seaming
• Working