Lothersdale Roll Neck Jumper in West Yorkshire Spinners Bluefaced Leicester DK - DBP0176 - Downloadable PDF

Lothersdale Roll Neck Jumper by Sarah Hatton

What is Being Made

The Lothersdale Roll Neck Jumper is a hand-knit sweater design featuring a classic roll neck construction. This intermediate-level garment showcases the natural beauty and depth of West Yorkshire Spinners' Bluefaced Leicester DK yarn from their Riverside Collection, with colorways inspired by the Yorkshire countryside including shades such as Fossil, Berry, Bramble, and Brook.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is designed specifically for West Yorkshire Spinners Bluefaced Leicester DK yarn, a premium British wool crafted from the finest fleece. The Bluefaced Leicester breed produces wool of exceptional quality, and this DK-weight yarn captures the rich, natural colors of the Yorkshire landscape—from the lush greens of the Pennine Way to the dramatic tones inspired by the limestone formations at Malham Cove. The yarn is worked on needles appropriate for DK-weight knitting, with a tension of 22 stitches over 10 centimeters (4 inches) on the specified needle size.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

As an intermediate-level knitting project, the Lothersdale Roll Neck Jumper employs fundamental hand-knitting techniques suitable for knitters with some experience. The roll neck construction is a signature feature, created through knitting a tubular neckline that naturally rolls when finished, providing both comfort and a polished aesthetic. The pattern utilizes standard knitting stitches and shaping methods typical of fitted knitwear construction, allowing the drape and elasticity of Bluefaced Leicester DK to create a garment with excellent wearability and shape retention.

Design and Specifications

Designed by Sarah Hatton with technical editing by Helen Birch, this pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF for personal, non-commercial use. The design reflects contemporary knitwear aesthetics while honoring traditional British wool-working heritage, making it an ideal project for intermediate knitters seeking to create a timeless, quality garment.