Fiona - Jumper Knitting Pattern For Women in Debbie Bliss Erin Tweed by Debbie Bliss

Fiona Women's Jumper Knitting Pattern by Debbie Bliss in Erin Tweed

The Fiona pattern by Debbie Bliss is a women's jumper (sweater) knitting pattern worked in the designer's own Debbie Bliss Erin Tweed yarn. Rated as an advanced knitting project, Fiona is a sophisticated colourwork pullover that combines classic construction with striking stranded colourwork detailing, making it a rewarding challenge for experienced knitters looking to expand their skills.

Sizing and Finished Measurements

The Fiona jumper is offered in six sizes to fit a wide range of chest measurements:

• To fit chest: 82–87, 92–97, 102–107, 112–117, 122–127, and 132–137 cm (32–34, 36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50, and 52–54 in)
• Finished chest circumference: 90, 102, 113, 125, 137, and 148 cm (35½, 40¼, 44½, 49¼, 54, and 58¼ in)
• Length to back neck: 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, and 60 cm (21¾, 22, 22½, 22¾, 23¼, and 23¾ in)
• Sleeve length: 48 cm / 19 in

These generous measurements indicate a garment with a comfortable, wearable fit across a broad size range, with positive ease built in across all sizes.

Materials Required

Yarn

The pattern calls for Debbie Bliss Erin Tweed, a DK weight yarn sold in 50g / 1¾oz balls. Four colourways are used to create the stranded colourwork design:

• Midnight 016 (Colour A): 5(5:6:6:7:7) balls — the main, dominant background shade
• Damson 018 (Colour B): 2(2:2:3:3:3) balls
• Teal 013 (Colour C): 2(2:2:3:3:3) balls
• Moss 011 (Colour D): 1(2:2:2:2:3) balls

Debbie Bliss Erin Tweed is exclusively available at LoveCrafts. The tweed character of this yarn adds a beautiful rustic texture that complements the colourwork motifs beautifully.

Needles

• A pair of 3.25mm (US 3) straight knitting needles
• A pair of 3.75mm (US 5) straight knitting needles
• A 3.25mm (US 3) circular needle
• A 3.75mm (US 5) circular needle

Tension / Gauge

The stated tension is 24 stitches and 32 rows to 10 cm / 4 in measured over stocking stitch (stockinette stitch) using 3.75mm (US 5) needles. Achieving correct tension is especially important in a fitted garment like this, and knitters are encouraged to swatch carefully before beginning, as even small deviations can significantly affect the finished size across six sizes.

Construction Method

Fiona is constructed using a seamed, worked flat approach, meaning the individual pieces — back, fronts, and sleeves — are knitted flat on straight or circular needles and then sewn together at the end. This is a traditional garment construction method that many experienced knitters prefer, as it produces clean, stable seams that help the jumper hold its shape over time. The pattern notes that knitters may switch to straight needles at certain points if preferred, offering some flexibility in how the pieces are worked.

Techniques Used

Stranded Colourwork