Illustrious Naturals- Pandora Mixed Cable Jumper in West Yorkshire Spinners Illustrious - Downloadable PDF

Pandora Mixed Cable Jumper in West Yorkshire Spinners Illustrious — Pattern Summary

The Pandora Mixed Cable Jumper is a beautifully structured knitting pattern designed by Emma Wright for West Yorkshire Spinners Illustrious yarn. This intermediate-level pattern creates a classic, wearable crew neck jumper that combines textural interest on the front with clean, understated elegance on the back and sleeves. It is available as a free downloadable PDF and is suitable for knitters who are comfortable with cable techniques and basic garment construction.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a crew neck, set-in sleeve jumper — a timeless wardrobe staple that works beautifully in any shade from the West Yorkshire Spinners Illustrious colour range. The sample shown in the pattern is knitted in Pewter 838, a sophisticated neutral that highlights the depth and definition of the cable panel beautifully. The jumper features a mixed cable panel on the front, while the back and sleeves are worked in reverse stocking stitch, creating a pleasing contrast between the intricate front and the smooth, matte texture elsewhere. The construction is described as simple, making this an approachable project for intermediate knitters looking to develop their cable skills within a structured garment.

Sizing and Fit

The Pandora jumper is offered in a generous range of eight sizes, designed to fit a wide variety of bodies:

• Chest (to fit): 81, 86, 91, 96.5, 101.5, 106.5, 112, and 117 cm (32–46 inches)
• Actual chest (with ease): 85, 90, 95, 100, 106, 110.5, 116, and 122 cm (approximately 33.5–48 inches)
• Length: 54 to 70 cm (approximately 21.25 to 27.5 inches), grading up with size

The pattern includes a modest amount of positive ease across all sizes, giving the jumper a relaxed yet tailored silhouette. The set-in sleeve construction at the armhole contributes to a neat, fitted shoulder line that sits well on a range of body shapes.

Techniques Used

This pattern draws on several core knitting techniques that make it an excellent intermediate project:

• Cable knitting — the defining feature of the front panel, using a combination of cables that cross both to the back and to the front to create a rich, mixed cable design
• Reverse stocking stitch — used for the back and sleeves, this technique involves purling on the right side and knitting on the wrong side, producing a soft, textured matte surface that contrasts beautifully with the smooth cable crossings
• Set-in sleeve construction — the armhole and sleeve cap are shaped to create a traditional set-in sleeve, requiring careful shaping and seaming for a polished, professional finish
• English crew neck — a classic neckline finish that frames the face neatly and complements the structured cable front panel
• Simple garment construction — the pattern is noted for its straightforward construction approach, making it accessible to intermediate knitters who may not yet have extensive garment-making experience

Stitches Used

The Pandora pattern uses a focused set of stitches and stitch patterns:

• Knit and purl stitches — the fundamental building blocks of both the cable panel and the reverse stocking stitch sections
• Reverse stocking stitch — the primary stitch pattern for the back body and sleeves
• C6B (Cable 6 Back) — slip the next 3 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the back, knit 3 from the left-hand needle, then knit 3 from the cable needle; this creates a right-leaning cable cross
• C6F (Cable 6 Front) — slip the next 3 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at the front, knit 3 from the left-hand needle, then knit 3 from the cable needle; this creates a left-leaning cable cross

The combination of C6B and C6F cables worked together across