The Astral is a classic jumper with a relaxed fit, a jumper version of the popular Stellar cardigan. It’s main feature being the flattering set in sleeves and choice of two neckline depths.

This top down jumper has the simplicity and sophistication of a bottom up. It’s worked from the shoulders down, and the set in sleeves are grafted on using a new seamless method which I designed for the Stellar cardigan. There are captioned video tutorials linked throughout the pattern to help you and it comes with plenty of clear and helpful step photos.

The Astral jumper is worked in snuggly Yarnsmiths Merino DK. This yarn is on the thicker end of the DK spectrum, which gives the jumper its nice lofty structure, so its worth bearing that in mind when choosing a substitute yarn.
It has 12cm of positive ease. If you are between sizes you can choose to size down for a more snug fit with 7cm ease or size up for 17cm ease and a more oversized look. Being top down, the length of the body and sleeves are easily adjustable and since the jumper is so simple, why not have a play around with a decorative edging around the neck, hem and cuffs?

Please see photos for sizing and yarn info.

Available in UK and US crochet terms in 8 sizes from XS to 4XL.