#1338 Royal Star - Jumper Knitting Pattern for Kids in Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK

Royal Star Jumper Knitting Pattern for Kids

What is Being Made

#1338 Royal Star is a three-color stranded pullover jumper designed specifically for children. This versatile pattern offers both short sleeve and long sleeve options, making it suitable for year-round wear. The design features a charming colorwork border that frames the garment, creating a polished, finished look perfect for special occasions or everyday wear. Available in six sizes ranging from 18–24 months through 10–12 years, with finished chest measurements from 21¾ inches to 31 inches, this pattern accommodates children at various growth stages.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting pattern employs several advanced techniques to create a professional, seamless garment. The jumper is worked in the round, which eliminates the need for seaming and creates a smooth, continuous fabric. The signature design element is stranded colorwork, a technique where multiple yarn colors are carried across the fabric to create the pattern. The stranded colorwork is strategically placed in a deep border around the hem and above the cuffs, preventing the complexity of managing multiple colors throughout the entire garment. This approach keeps the pattern manageable while delivering visual impact. The contrast color sleeve cuffs and neckline add additional design sophistication through color blocking.

Stitches and Construction

The pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches combined with colorwork techniques. The seamless construction method means the body and sleeves are knitted continuously without requiring assembly, reducing finishing time and creating stronger, more durable seams. The stranded colorwork sections require managing two or three colors simultaneously, with yarns carried along the inside of the work to maintain pattern integrity. Ribbed cuffs and neckline provide elasticity and a professional finish.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is specifically designed for Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK, a yarn weight classification that offers excellent stitch definition for colorwork. The yarn is composed of 100% Extra Fine Merino, providing both easy-care properties and the softness essential for children's garments. Each ball contains 50 grams and yields 137 yards. Yarn requirements vary by size and sleeve length; the short sleeve version requires 3–5 balls of main color (MC) in the sample color (24) Passion Plum, with 1–2 balls of contrast color (CC1) depending on the size selected. The Superwash treatment makes this jumper machine-washable, a practical feature for children's clothing. Valley Yarns offers an extensive color range, allowing for personalization and creative color combinations.

Pattern Details

• Designer: Julie Turjoman
• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Sizes: 18–24 months, 2–4 years, 4–6 years, 6–8 years, 8–10 years, 10–12 years
• Finished chest measurements: 21¾ to 31 inches
• Positive ease: 1–3 inches for comfortable fit
• Format: Downloadable PDF
• Sleeve options: Short sleeve and long sleeve versions included