Braidley Cob Stitch Jumper in West Yorkshire Spinners Bluefaced Leicester DK - DBP0174 - Downloadable PDF

Braidley Cob Stitch Jumper by Sarah Hatton

What is Being Made

The Braidley Cob Stitch Jumper is a hand-knitted sweater design created by Sarah Hatton. This intermediate-level knitting project features the distinctive cob stitch as its primary textural element, resulting in a sophisticated garment suitable for those with foundational knitting skills and experience working with stitch patterns.

Yarn and Materials

This jumper is designed to be knitted using West Yorkshire Spinners Bluefaced Leicester DK yarn from the Riverside Collection. Bluefaced Leicester is renowned as one of the finest wools produced in Britain, offering exceptional quality and purity. The DK (double knitting) weight provides versatility and drape suitable for fitted garments. The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches over 10 centimeters (4 inches) on the specified needle size, ensuring proper fit and fabric structure.

The Bluefaced Leicester DK is available in multiple colorways including Fossil, Berry, Bramble, and Brook, each inspired by the natural Yorkshire landscape—from the lush green hills of the Pennine Way to the dramatic limestone formations at Malham Cove.

Needles and Tools

Knitters will require size 10 needles to achieve the specified tension with the Bluefaced Leicester DK yarn. The exact needle type (circular, straight, or double-pointed) and any additional tools required are detailed within the full downloadable PDF pattern.

Techniques and Stitches

The Braidley Cob Stitch Jumper showcases the cob stitch as its signature textural technique. This stitch creates visual interest and dimension throughout the garment, making it an ideal project for intermediate knitters seeking to expand their stitch repertoire beyond basic stockinette and garter stitches.

As an intermediate-level design, the pattern incorporates standard sweater construction techniques including:

• Stitch pattern integration across body and sleeve sections
• Shaping techniques for proper garment fit
• Finishing methods appropriate to the chosen yarn weight and fiber content

Pattern Details

This is a downloadable PDF pattern provided by West Yorkshire Spinners, offering convenient digital access for knitters. The pattern has been technically edited by Helen Birch to ensure accuracy and clarity. The design is intended for personal, non-commercial knitting use only.