Bell Beck Jumper Pattern

Description

MY DESIGN IDEAS AND ADVICE
The Bell Beck Jumper is a perfect project for beginners or for those returning to knitting after many years. So many knitters who visit the Purl &Jane Skipton studio tell me they’re picking up their needles again after 30 or even 40 years, and this jumper is a great way to ease back in.

The design starts with just two simple squares – helping you build confidence before moving on to the gentle sleeve increases. It’s a true starter or refresher knit, designed to bring back the joy of making.

Garter stitch is one of my favourite stitches. I’ve heard some knitters describe it as “too basic”, which always surprises me! To me, it’s beautifully simple – the foundation of all that is wonderful in knitting. And when paired with the right yarn, it creates something truly special.

Originally featured in my Knitted with Love book (currently out of print), this pattern is now available as a single design so more knitters can enjoy its soothing, timeless appeal.

CONSTRUCTION
The back, front and two sleeves are knitted flat from the bottom up in seperate pieces and joined together. The sleeves are drop shoulder.

TECHNIQUES USED
Cast on, knit, increasing on the sleeves, cast off. Optional but recommended to create the feeling of joy when joining your pieces: mattress stitch.

YARN
2(2:3:3:4) 100g hanks of WYS Bluefaced Leicester DK – Undyed
100% British Bluefaced Leicester wool, 100g/225m/246yds

SUGGESTED KNITTING NEEDLES
4mm needles.

NOTIONS
2(2:4:4:4) buttons.

GAUGE (tension)
22 stitches and 40 rows to 10cm/4ins square over garter stitch. I obtained this gauge with 4mm needles.
It is important to obtain gauge so work a swatch before you commence the pattern and change your needle size to achieve the correct gauge if you need to.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

NEED HELP?
I am here for you! Pop into the Skipton studio, send an email, or check out the Purl &Jane YouTube channel for tips, inspiration and guidance including handy resources like gauge (tension) guides and how to tutorials.

*HOW TO DOWNLOAD YOUR PURL &JANE PDF PATTERN
When you buy a pattern, you’ll receive a PDF download link straight to your email after checkout.
If you prefer a printed pattern, you can pick one up in person at the Skipton Studio or order it with your yarn purchase, and we’ll send it with your order.
For knitters outside the UK – please use this Ravelry link to purchase your pattern: buy now
Can’t find your pattern?
:: Check your spam, junk or promotions folders, as some email systems filter automated messages.
:: Check All Inboxes to make sure it’s not hidden.
:: Still not there? Get in touch, and we’ll resend it.
If you have any issues, drop us an email to [email protected], and we’ll be happy to help!