Tammi Jumper in Novita Nalle - Downloadable PDF

Tammi Jumper in Novita Nalle

What is Being Made

The Tammi Jumper is a children's pullover sweater designed by Sari Nordlund, available in three sizes: 122/128 cm (UK 7–8), 134/140 cm (UK 9–10), and 146/152 cm (UK 11–12). This knitted garment features a colorwork pattern and is constructed to provide comfortable everyday wear for children. The finished body circumference ranges from 72 cm to 84 cm depending on size selected, with middle front and back lengths ranging from approximately 43 to 49 cm.

Knitting Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques to create the finished jumper. The sweater is worked in the round, which allows for seamless construction and efficient stitch management. Stockinette stitch forms the foundation fabric, providing a smooth, classic appearance. The design incorporates colorwork knitting, where multiple colors are worked into the fabric using a charted pattern. Strategic increases are distributed throughout the yoke section on specific rows (rows 3, 5, 7, 11, 16, and 25 of the pattern repeat) to shape the garment and accommodate the armholes and neckline. The pattern requires working with stitch holders to temporarily place stitches for the sleeves and armhole shaping, then casting on new stitches to continue the body construction.

Stitches and Pattern Details

The Tammi Jumper features an 8-stitch pattern repeat that is worked across the yoke, repeated 14 to 15 times depending on the size. The colorwork chart spans 43 rows and is worked from the charted pattern. Stockinette stitch is used for both the ribbed sections and the main body fabric. The pattern includes ribbing at the neckline and uses increases strategically placed within the colorwork pattern repeat to create shaping. Stitches are increased evenly in each pattern repeat, resulting in a total of 280 to 300 stitches by the completion of the yoke colorwork section.

Materials: Yarn, Needles, and Notions

This pattern is designed to be worked with Novita Nalle yarn, a DK weight yarn that provides excellent stitch definition for colorwork projects. The yarn color "Gooseberry" is specifically mentioned for stockinette stitch sections. The project requires two sizes of knitting needles—a smaller size for ribbing and a larger size for the main colorwork and body sections. Additional materials needed include stitch markers to track pattern repeats and round progression, and stitch holders to temporarily secure stitches during armhole and sleeve shaping. The downloadable PDF format provides complete instructions, charts, and sizing information for knitters to reference throughout the project.