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Trinity Jumper in Rowan Kidsilk Haze

What is Being Made

The Trinity Jumper is an advanced-level knitted sweater designed by Sarah Hatton. This garment features a sophisticated construction with patterned sections on the front and back pieces. The jumper is available in three size ranges: S-M (81-97 cm bust circumference), L-XL (102-117 cm), and XXL (122-127 cm). The design incorporates decorative patterned areas that require careful seaming and finishing techniques.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several advanced construction methods. The pattern involves seaming the center front seam while closing two lengthwise sides of the patterned sections, beginning from the lower edge of the front piece and extending 32 (35:36) centimeters. The garment requires precise measurement and marking of seam lengths—specifically measuring 47 (48:49) centimeters from the end of the initial seam on both lengthwise sides, with the remaining back piece section measuring 55 (59:61) centimeters. The neckband is worked using a pick-up method, with stitches picked up from the side edges of the patterned sections using a smaller needle size.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

The Trinity Jumper utilizes fundamental knit stitches worked in the round and flat, with the neckband constructed by picking up stitches from existing edges. The pattern sections are worked in a lace-weight yarn, which creates an intricate, delicate fabric. Stitch markers are used throughout construction to maintain pattern alignment and mark important points during seaming and neckband assembly. The neckband requires picking up 117 (121:121) stitches from the marked points along the patterned sections.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: Rowan Kidsilk Haze in the colorway Grace 580, a lace-weight yarn. The pattern calls for 8, 9, or 10 balls of 25-gram weight depending on the size selected, providing approximately 200-250 grams of yarn total.

Needles: The project requires multiple needle sizes for different sections. Size 3¼ (3.25mm) needles are used for the main fabric and neckband work, while size 3¾ (3.75mm) needles are also specified for certain sections of the construction.

Finishing

The Trinity Jumper requires careful blocking to achieve professional results. All pieces should be pinned to a soft surface, covered with a damp cloth, and allowed to dry completely. Alternatively, gentle steaming may be used according to the pattern's finishing information guidelines. This blocking process is essential for setting the stitches and achieving the intended drape of the delicate Kidsilk Haze yarn.