Yvonne Jumper - Knitting Pattern for Women in MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino by MillaMia

Yvonne Jumper – Knitting Pattern for Women in MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino

The Yvonne Jumper is a classic women's pullover knitting pattern designed by MillaMia, worked in the brand's signature MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino yarn. This is a seamed, flat-knit garment featuring elegant cable detailing, making it a rewarding project for intermediate knitters who want to develop their cable skills while producing a polished, wearable result.

What Is Being Made

The Yvonne Jumper is a fitted women's sweater with a refined, timeless aesthetic. It is available in seven sizes, fitting chest measurements from 76–81 cm (30–32 in) up to 137–142 cm (54–56 in), with finished chest measurements ranging from 94 cm (37 in) to 161 cm (63¼ in). The garment length to back neck ranges from 66 cm to 73 cm depending on size, and the sleeve length is a consistent 44 cm (17¼ in). The pattern model wears the third size and is 173 cm (5'8"), wearing a UK 14 (US 10).

Techniques Used

• Cables: The defining decorative feature of the Yvonne Jumper, cables are created by crossing groups of stitches over one another using a cable needle, producing a twisted, rope-like texture that adds visual interest and structure to the fabric.
• Worked flat (seamed): The pieces of this jumper are knitted flat on straight or circular needles and then sewn together. This traditional construction method gives the finished garment a structured shape and allows for precise shaping on each individual panel.
• Seaming: Once all pieces are complete, they are joined using seaming techniques, a skill that contributes to the neat, professional finish expected of an intermediate-level project.

Stitches Used

• Cable stitches: Worked with the aid of a cable needle to create the signature twisted panels characteristic of this design.
• Knit and purl stitches: Used throughout the body and ribbing sections to create the fabric base and any textural contrast surrounding the cable panels.
• Ribbing: Typically used at the cuffs, hem, and neckline of jumpers of this style to provide elasticity and a tidy edge finish.

Materials

The Yvonne Jumper is designed to be knitted in MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino, a sport weight yarn sold in 50g / 1¾ oz balls. The pattern calls for 10 to 18 balls depending on size, shown here in Rain (shade 165). Alternative colourways suggested in the pattern include Midnight (101), Forget Me Not (120), Snow (124), and Doe (169). MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino is exclusively available at LoveCrafts.

Needles and Notions

• 3 mm (US 2) straight knitting needles
• 3.25 mm (US 3) straight knitting needles
• 3 mm (US 2) circular knitting needle (for neckline finishing)
• 3.25 mm (US 3) circular knitting needle
• Cable needle (essential for working the cable sections)

Who This Pattern Is For

The Yvonne Jumper pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it ideal for knitters who are comfortable with basic knit and purl stitches, simple shaping, and are ready to explore or refine their cable knitting skills. The use of two needle sizes, flat construction, and seamed finishing means this pattern also offers excellent practice in producing a professionally finished handknitted garment. The generous size range ensures the pattern is accessible to a wide range of body types.