Colour Pop Jumper

Colour Pop Jumper by The Missing Yarn

What is Being Made

The Colour Pop Jumper is a crocheted pullover sweater designed by Cassie Ward of The Missing Yarn. This is an easy-to-wear garment featuring a wearable black base enhanced by vibrant bursts of colour created through modular construction. The design is ideal for crocheters attempting their first garment project, as the colourway possibilities are endless and the construction method is approachable for intermediate-level makers.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This jumper is constructed using a motif-based approach, where individual square motifs are crocheted separately and then assembled together to form the complete garment. This modular technique is particularly beginner-friendly as it breaks down the project into manageable, repeatable units. The pattern requires makers to produce a total of 30 motifs, divided into two distinct colourway groups of 15 motifs each.

The motif construction involves multi-colour work across four rounds per motif. Group 1 motifs are worked in a specific sequence: Yarn B (Bubblegum Pink) for Round 1, Yarn C (Marine Blue) for Round 2, Yarn D (Blood Orange) for Round 3, and Yarn A (Pure Black) for Round 4. Group 2 follows an alternative colour sequence. This round-by-round colour changing creates the striking colour-pop effect that defines the design.

Stitches Used

While the specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the motif-based construction typically employs fundamental crochet stitches common to square motif patterns. The exact stitch techniques can be determined by consulting the complete pattern instructions included in the downloadable PDF.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Colour Pop Jumper is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn, specifically Paintbox Yarn Simply Cotton DK, which is 100% cotton. The yarn is supplied in 50g balls with a yardage of 125 metres per ball.

• Yarn A (Pure Black 402): 7, 7, 8, or 8 balls depending on size
• Yarn B (Bubblegum Pink 451): 1 ball
• Yarn C (Marine Blue 434): 1 ball
• Yarn D (Blood Orange 420): 1 ball
• Yarn E (Mustard Yellow 424): 1 ball
• Yarn F (Grass Green 430): 1 ball
• Yarn G (Lipstick Pink 452): 1 ball

The pattern accommodates four different garment sizes, with corresponding hook sizes and tension adjustments. Crochet hooks range from 5mm for the smallest size through to 6.5mm for the largest size. A small button is required to complete the garment.

Tension and Sizing

Tension is measured by the individual motif square, which measures 9cm, 10cm, 11cm, or 12cm square depending on the chosen size and corresponding hook size. Achieving the correct tension is essential for proper garment fit and sizing.

Yarn Alternatives

Crafters are not limited to Paintbox Yarn Simply Cotton DK. Any DK weight yarn that works to the same tension as specified in the pattern can be substituted, providing flexibility in material choice while maintaining the intended finished dimensions and drape of the garment.

Difficulty Level

Rated at 2 stars for difficulty, the Colour Pop Jumper is classified as an intermediate project. This rating reflects the straightforward nature of motif-based construction combined with the manageable complexity of multi-colour round-by-round work, making it an excellent introduction to garment construction for crocheters with foundational skills.