Jumper & Jacket in Stylecraft Bellissima - 9582 - Downloadable PDF

Stylecraft Bellissima DK 9582 – Knitted Jumper & Jacket Pattern Summary

Pattern 9582 from Stylecraft is a downloadable PDF featuring two separate knitted designs: a classic pullover jumper and a jacket, both worked in Stylecraft Bellissima DK yarn. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty and covers a generous range of sizes, making it accessible to a wide range of knitters. With five size options spanning 81/86 cm to 122/127 cm (32/34 in to 48/50 in) bust measurements, the pattern is notably inclusive of larger sizes, which is clearly highlighted on the pattern cover.

Design 1: The Jumper

The first design is a knitted pullover jumper worked in Stylecraft Bellissima DK. It is a straightforward, wearable everyday garment with a structured ribbed hem and cuffs, giving it a neat, polished finish. The jumper is constructed in separate pieces — back, front, and sleeves — which are then seamed together, a traditional construction method well suited to intermediate knitters looking to practise their finishing skills.

Jumper Measurements

• To Fit Bust: 81/86, 91/97, 102/107, 112/117, 122/127 cm (32/34, 36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50 in)
• Actual Measurement: 107, 118, 129, 140, 147 cm (42¼, 46½, 50¾, 55, 57¾ in)
• Full Length: 56, 58, 62, 65, 67 cm (22, 22¾, 24½, 25½, 26½ in)
• Sleeve Length: 43, 43, 44, 45, 45 cm (17, 17, 17¼, 17¾, 17¾ in)

Jumper Techniques & Construction

The jumper back begins with a cast on of 122 to 174 stitches depending on size, worked on 4mm needles. The lower section features a 2x2 rib border, worked over a minimum of 6 cm (approximately 2½ inches) before transitioning to the main body fabric. The ribbing is set up as follows:

• Row 1 (RS): K2, *P2, K2, repeat from * to end
• Row 2 (WS): P2, *K2, P2, repeat from * to end

These two rows are repeated to form the 2x2 rib pattern, a classic and highly elastic ribbing structure commonly used at hems, cuffs, and neckbands to provide a snug, tidy edge that retains its shape over time. After the rib section is complete, a shaping row is worked on the wrong side to increase stitches evenly across the row before the main stitch pattern begins, ensuring the body fabric sits smoothly above the ribbing.

Stitches Used – Jumper

• 2x2 Rib (K2, P2 repeat) – used for hem and cuffs
• Knit and Purl stitches – fundamental stitches forming the structure of all sections
• Increase stitches – used in the transition row from rib to body to adjust stitch count

Design 2: The Jacket

The second design in this pattern is a knitted jacket, also worked in Stylecraft Bellissima DK. Like the jumper, it is designed to fit the same range of bust sizes and shares the same actual body width measurements, meaning the two garments are designed to coordinate and could be worn as a matching set. The jacket is slightly shorter in overall length than the jumper, giving it a more tailored, structured silhouette.

Jacket Measurements