#1330 Oleander - Jumper Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Valley Superwash

Pattern #1330 Oleander – Women's Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern by Susan Baron

The Oleander pullover is a beautifully relaxed, everyday women's jumper designed by Susan Baron and published by Valley Yarns as pattern #1330. Worked in the wonderfully soft Valley Yarns Valley Superwash, this pullover strikes the perfect balance between casual comfort and effortless style. Whether paired with jeans for a weekend outing or layered over a collared shirt, the Oleander is designed to be a versatile wardrobe staple that is as enjoyable to knit as it is to wear.

Skill Level and Sizing

This pattern is rated Advanced Beginner, making it an excellent next step for knitters who have mastered basic knitting skills and are ready to tackle a garment project with a little more structure. The construction is approachable, and the techniques involved are well within reach for those who have completed a few simpler projects.

The Oleander is offered in a generous range of nine sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, and 5XL, with the sample garments shown in sizes S and XL. This inclusive size range makes the pattern accessible to a wide variety of body types. The finished measurements are designed with 4–6 inches of positive ease, giving the jumper a relaxed, comfortable fit rather than a close or tailored silhouette.

• Finished Bust: 33¾ (37¼, 41¾, 45¼, 49¾) (53¼, 57¾, 61¼, 65¾) inches
• Finished Hips: 37¼ (40¾, 45¼, 48¾, 53¼) (56¾, 61¼, 64¾, 69¼) inches

Construction and Techniques

The Oleander pullover is worked in the round, a technique that eliminates the need for seaming large body panels and creates a smooth, continuous fabric. Knitting in the round is a particularly satisfying method for garment construction, as it allows the knitter to always work on the right side of the fabric, making it easier to read stitch patterns and maintain consistent tension. Circular needles of varying lengths are used throughout the construction to accommodate the changing stitch counts as the garment progresses from the body up through the yoke.

The pattern includes specific finishing details such as a hem, front band, and cuffs, which are worked on a slightly smaller needle to create a neat, tidy edge with just the right amount of firmness and structure. These finishing elements are an important part of achieving a polished, professional-looking result.

Stitches Used

As an Advanced Beginner pattern, the Oleander relies primarily on fundamental knitting stitches and techniques. Knitters can expect to work with:

• Knit and purl stitches – the foundational building blocks of all knitted fabric
• Ribbing – commonly used for hems, cuffs, and bands to create stretchy, form-fitting edges
• Stockinette stitch – the classic smooth fabric created by knitting every round when working in the round, forming the main body of the jumper
• Stitch marker placement and management – including the use of locking stitch markers for tracking key points in the construction

Yarn and Materials

The Oleander is designed specifically for Valley Yarns Valley Superwash, a 100% Extrafine Merino wool yarn that is celebrated for its exceptional softness against the skin and its easy-care machine-washable properties. Each ball weighs 50 grams and contains 97 yards of yarn, and the pattern falls into the worsted weight category, giving the finished fabric a satisfying drape and warmth without being overly heavy.

The pattern is shown in two colorways: 024-Orchid and 321-Mulberry, both of which are rich, feminine tones that complement the relaxed silhouette of the design beautifully. The yarn requirements vary by size:

• XS: 10 balls