Ennis Pullover - Jumper Knitting Pattern for Women in Tahki Yarns Kaleidoscope

Ennis Pullover – Jumper Knitting Pattern for Women in Tahki Yarns Kaleidoscope

The Ennis Pullover is a beautifully crafted women's knitted jumper designed by Susan Baron and published as a downloadable PDF pattern. Worked in Tahki Yarns Kaleidoscope, this intermediate-level project produces a classic pullover silhouette with elegant lace detailing, making it a versatile wardrobe staple suitable for a range of occasions. The pattern is rated intermediate, making it an ideal next step for knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and are ready to explore lace techniques within a structured garment construction.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a women's pullover jumper with a fitted, seamed construction. It is available in six sizes — XSmall, Small, Medium, Large, XL, and 2X — with knitted bust measurements ranging from 35¼" (89.5 cm) to 54½" (138 cm) and lengths ranging from 23¼" (59 cm) to 27¼" (69 cm). The generous size range ensures an inclusive fit across a wide variety of body types. The pullover features a neckband finished with a shorter circular needle, giving the neckline a clean, professional edge.

Construction Techniques

• Bottom-up construction: The Ennis Pullover is worked from the bottom hem upward, a traditional approach that allows knitters to try on the piece as they go and make length adjustments with ease.
• Worked flat: The garment pieces are knitted flat, meaning each section is worked back and forth in rows rather than in the round, which is well-suited to seamed construction.
• Seamed finishing: The individual pieces — typically front, back, and sleeves — are joined using seaming techniques. Seamed garments offer excellent structure and durability, helping the pullover hold its shape over time.
• Lace patterning: Lace elements are incorporated into the design, adding visual interest and a delicate, feminine texture. Lace knitting involves a combination of yarn-overs and decreases to create decorative openwork motifs within the fabric.
• Shoulder shaping with bind-offs: The pattern includes stepped bind-off rows for shoulder shaping, creating a neat, angled shoulder seam that supports a well-fitted garment structure.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch (St st): The primary fabric stitch of the pullover, created by knitting right-side rows and purling wrong-side rows. The gauge is set at 15 stitches and 24 rows = 4" (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch, which is essential to achieve the correct finished measurements.
• Lace stitches: Decorative lace pattern stitches are worked as part of the design, incorporating yarn-overs and corresponding decreases to form the openwork motifs that distinguish the Ennis Pullover from a plain stockinette jumper.
• Neckband ribbing or edging: A neckband is worked to finish the collar, providing a tidy and comfortable neckline edge.

Materials and Yarn

The pattern calls for Tahki Yarns Kaleidoscope, a worsted weight yarn with a composition of 86% superwash wool and 14% acrylic. Each ball contains 3.5 oz (100 g) and 218 yards (198 m). The superwash treatment means the finished garment can be machine washed without felting, adding practical everyday wearability. The sample shown in the pattern is knitted in color #2423 Bird of Paradise, a vibrant, eye-catching colorway that showcases the yarn's rich tonal qualities.

Yarn quantities required are:

• 4 balls for XSmall and Small
• 5 balls for Medium and Large
• 6 balls for XL
• 7 balls for 2X

Needles and Notions

• Size 9 (5