Poncho-Jumper Knitting Pattern (K3042)
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Poncho-Jumper – Naturally K3042
A roomy jumper with the wide shape of a poncho, short sleeves and a deep ribbed collar. Stocking stitch on the lower body leads into a textured upper section. The front, back and sleeves are knitted flat from the bottom up, then sewn together; the collar is picked up and worked back and forth.
Sizes and fit
Ages are approximate. The finished width is measured across the garment laid flat, rather than around the chest.
| Age | To fit chest | Finished flat width | Length to shoulder | Sleeve to underarm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years | 56 cm | 45 cm | 35 cm | 12 cm |
| 4 years | 61 cm | 50 cm | 40 cm | 15 cm |
| 6 years | 66 cm | 54 cm | 45 cm | 17 cm |
| 8 years | 71 cm | 59 cm | 50 cm | 19 cm |
Yarn requirements
Use Chaska Muhu DK/8ply baby alpaca, held single. The approximate allowances below use 100 metres per 50 g. The sample is in shade 767.
| Age | Chaska Muhu |
|---|---|
| 2 years | 600 m |
| 4 years | 700 m |
| 6 years | 800 m |
| 8 years | 1000 m |
Tension
22 stitches × 30 rows over 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4.00 mm needles. Wash and dry a swatch before measuring, and adjust needle size to achieve the pattern tension.
Needles and notions
- 3.75 mm and 4.00 mm knitting needles.
- A stitch holder, markers for sleeve placement and a tapestry needle for seaming.
Skills and preparation
This is an intermediate project using ribbing, stocking stitch, directional two-stitch twists, neck and shoulder shaping, picking up stitches and seaming. The twist techniques are explained in the pattern. Keep the front and back texture repeats aligned at the shoulders.
Pattern format
📥📬 Available as Digital Download or Printed Copy (choose option below)
Choose Digital PDF – Emailed or Printed Pattern – Posted. This purchase is the Naturally K3042 knitting pattern only; yarn, needles and notions are purchased separately.
Frequently asked questions
Are the sleeves ribbed all the way up?
No. They begin with ribbed cuffs, then continue in stocking stitch with increases.
Do I need a cable needle for the textured section?
The pattern describes two-stitch twists worked directly with the knitting needles; a cable needle is not listed.
For another Muhu garment, see the K3041 Little Jacket pattern.