Lingonberry Jumper 🍒

A cozy burgundy jumper with a soft yarn shimmer looks warm and wearable — exactly the piece you want to put on on a chilly day. The fabric is worked evenly, the silhouette reads confidently, and the neckline is finished neatly. A patch pocket adds character and a relaxed feel, but it also requires especially precise placement. Overall the work is sturdy and practical: a base that's easy to style and enhance with details.

Knitting method and techniques

Knitting with needles in stockinette stitch (or a similar basic texture) with the neckline finished by a facing/stand or band, set-in or pattern-shaped sleeves, sewn-on patch pocket; seams assembled with mattress/knit stitch, final wet-heat blocking.

Materials

• Medium-weight yarn (approx. 200–260 m / 100 g), likely a wool/acrylic blend or wool with an additive (lurex/micro-sparkle possible), color: burgundy/wine
• Yardage: approximately 500–650 g for an adult size (depending on length and ease)
• Straight or circular needles US sizes 4–7 (3.5–4.5 mm) adjusted to your gauge
• Tapestry/ darning needle for mattress stitch, stitch markers, measuring tape
• Thread/pins for basting the pocket

Care instructions

Hand wash or use the "wool" cycle at 20–30°C in a mesh bag with a mild wool detergent. Do not rub or wring: press water out using a towel. Dry flat on a level surface, reshaping to measurements. Steam through a damp cloth without pressing the iron, especially if there is lurex/synthetic content. Store folded (not on a hanger) to avoid shoulder stretching. For pilling — carefully use a fabric shaver.

Additional

Knitting level: Advanced
Recommended age: ~ adult
Production time: ~ 35 hours
Recommended price: ~ 14,900.00 rubles
Main color: Saddle Brown