Jupiter in MODE at Rowan Colourmix - Downloadable PDF

Jupiter Sweater by Quail Studio – Knitting Pattern Summary (Mode at Rowan Colourmix)

The Jupiter pattern, designed by Quail Studio and published under the Mode at Rowan label, is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern for a classic pullover sweater. Rated as advanced beginner difficulty, it is an excellent stepping stone for knitters who have mastered the basics and are ready to tackle garment shaping, neckband construction, and multi-size fitting. The pattern reference code is MIP85-ENPJUPITER.

What Is Being Made

Jupiter is a pullover sweater worked in a straightforward silhouette with a shaped neckline and a knitted neckband. The garment is designed with generous ease across a wide range of sizes, making it a versatile wardrobe staple. It has been photographed in Rainbow 10100, one of the colourways available in the specified yarn.

Sizing and Fit

The pattern covers nine sizes, fitting chest measurements from 71–76 cm (28–30 in) up to 152–157 cm (60–62 in). The actual chest measurement of the finished garment ranges from 100 cm (39¼ in) to 180 cm (70¾ in), offering a comfortable, relaxed fit across all sizes. This wide size range makes Jupiter an inclusive pattern suitable for a broad range of body types.

Yarn and Materials

• Yarn: Mode at Rowan Colourmix, a 50 g ball weight yarn. Depending on size, the pattern requires between 11 and 17 balls.
• Needles: A pair of 5 mm (UK no. 6 / US 8) straight needles for the main body and sleeves, plus 5 mm circular needles measuring 40 cm specifically for working the neckband in the round.
• Extras: Stitch holders and stitch markers are required for managing neck shaping and construction.

Tension

The stated tension is 17 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm, measured over stocking stitch using 5 mm (US 8) needles. Achieving the correct tension swatch before beginning is strongly recommended, as it directly affects the finished chest measurement and overall fit of the garment.

Techniques Used

Jupiter is constructed using a combination of techniques that make it a rewarding project for advancing knitters:

• Flat knitting on straight needles for the main body panels and sleeves
• Circular knitting on short circular needles for the neckband, allowing a smooth, seamless finish at the collar
• Neck shaping, worked by dividing stitches and working each side of the neck separately to create a neat, fitted neckline
• Seaming to join the front, back, and sleeve pieces into a finished garment
• Stitch holder usage to hold live stitches during neck and armhole shaping
• Stitch marker placement to track shaping points accurately across rows

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch (st st) – the primary fabric stitch used throughout the body and sleeves, creating a smooth, classic knitted surface
• K2tog tbl (knit 2 together through back loop) – a left-leaning decrease used in neck shaping for a tidy, directional finish
• M1L (Make 1 Left) – a lifted increase worked by inserting the left needle under the strand between stitches from front to back and knitting it, used in garment shaping to add stitches neatly without creating a visible hole

Pattern Format and Accessibility

Jupiter is available as a downloadable PDF, making it immediately accessible after purchase. The multi-size layout presents all nine sizes within a single set of instructions, with size-specific stitch counts presented in square brackets throughout. This format is standard