" Mija Chevron Jumper " - Jumper Knitting Pattern For Women in MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino by MillaMia

Mija Chevron Jumper – Knitting Pattern for Women by MillaMia

The Mija Chevron Jumper is a women's pullover knitting pattern designed by MillaMia, worked in their signature MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino yarn. Featuring a striking chevron colourwork motif, a relaxed polo neck, and set-in sleeves, this jumper is an elegant yet wearable everyday piece. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is rated as Improving (intermediate) in skill level, making it an excellent next step for knitters who are comfortable with the basics and ready to explore more structured shaping and multi-colour techniques.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a women's chevron-patterned jumper with a relaxed polo neck. It is a seamed construction, meaning the back, front, and sleeves are each knitted as separate flat pieces and then sewn together. The polo neck adds a cosy, casual feel that the pattern notes makes it ideal worn under a denim jacket or on an autumn evening. The chevron design is worked using a contrast colour stripe arrangement across the body, giving the jumper its distinctive geometric visual interest.

The pattern also references a companion design — the Mija Chevron Scarf — which can be knitted using leftover contrast colour yarn, making this an especially economical and coordinated project.

Sizes and Measurements

The Mija Chevron Jumper is offered in four sizes to fit a range of bust measurements:

• Size 1: To fit bust 82–86 cm (32–34 in), actual chest 96 cm (37¾ in)
• Size 2: To fit bust 92–97 cm (36–38 in), actual chest 112 cm (44 in)
• Size 3: To fit bust 102–107 cm (40–42 in), actual chest 128 cm (50½ in)
• Size 4: To fit bust 112–117 cm (44–46 in), actual chest 144 cm (56¾ in)

Back length to shoulder ranges from 60 cm to 66 cm across the sizes, and the sleeve length is a consistent 45 cm (17¾ in). The fit is relaxed, with meaningful positive ease built into each size.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques that place it firmly in the intermediate category:

• Worked flat (seamed construction): All pieces — back, front, and sleeves — are knitted back and forth on straight needles and then joined using seaming. This is a traditional garment construction method that produces neat, structured edges and is well suited to heavier colourwork pieces.
• Cables: Cable stitches are incorporated into the design, adding textural depth alongside the chevron colourwork. Cables involve crossing groups of stitches over one another to create twisted rope-like or braided effects, typically requiring a cable needle.
• Colourwork / Chevron Stripes: The chevron pattern is achieved through multi-colour knitting using the four yarn colours specified. Knitters will manage yarn changes across rows to create the geometric zigzag effect.
• Shaping: Standard garment shaping for armholes, sleeve caps, and neckline is included, giving the jumper a well-fitted, professional finish.
• Polo Neck / Collar: A relaxed polo neck is worked as part of the pattern, likely picked up and worked in the round or as a flat piece and seamed.

Stitches Used

The Mija Chevron Jumper draws on a combination of foundational and decorative stitches:

• Stocking stitch (stockinette stitch): The primary body fabric is worked in stocking stitch — knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side — giving a smooth, even surface that showcases the chevron colourwork beautifully.
• Cable stitches: Specific cable stitch patterns are detailed within the pattern abbreviations and instructions, creating the textured cable elements of the design.
• Rib stitch: Ribbing is typically used on