Fairy Wings BJ15

Fairy Wings BJ15 by Baby Jumbuck Knits

What is Being Made

Fairy Wings BJ15 is a yoked jumper designed for babies and children, available in nine sizes ranging from newborn to 10 years old. This knitted garment features an elegant yoke construction with decorative lace detailing, making it a charming piece suitable for special occasions or everyday wear. The jumper is designed to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 inches) for newborns up to 76 cm (30 inches) for 10-year-olds.

Construction Method

This jumper is knitted in one piece from the top down, a construction technique that allows for easy customization of length and seamless integration of the yoke design into the body of the garment. The top-down approach also facilitates fitting adjustments during the knitting process, making it an excellent choice for intermediate knitters.

Stitch Techniques and Design Features

The Fairy Wings pattern showcases Japanese lace fairy wings positioned on the yoke, creating an intricate focal point at the shoulders and upper body. The lace motif is complemented by bobbles that are strategically echoed throughout the lower body of the jumper, adding texture and visual interest to the finished garment. This combination of delicate lace and dimensional bobbles creates a sophisticated design suitable for intermediate-level knitters.

Pattern Format and Instructions

The pattern is fully written out with accompanying charts included for optional use, allowing knitters to follow either written instructions or visual chart representations. Instructions are provided in both metric and imperial units, ensuring accessibility for international knitters. This dual-measurement approach makes the pattern easy to follow regardless of measurement preference.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Fairy Wings BJ15 is designed to be knitted in fingering weight yarn, which provides the delicate drape and stitch definition necessary for the lace and bobble details to display beautifully. The featured garment shown in the pattern was knitted using Prosper Yarn Mohe pure wool, a fingering weight yarn known for its significant halo effect that adds softness and a subtle glow to the finished jumper. This pure wool fiber creates a luxurious, breathable fabric ideal for children's garments.

Size Range

• Size A: Newborn to 3 months (41 cm / 16 inches to fit, 45 cm / 18 inches finished chest)
• Size B: 3 to 6 months (43 cm / 17 inches to fit, 50 cm / 19.7 inches finished chest)
• Size C: 6 to 12 months (46 cm / 18 inches to fit, 52 cm / 20.5 inches finished chest)
• Size D: 12 to 18 months (48 cm / 19 inches to fit, 55 cm / 21.7 inches finished chest)
• Size E: 18 to 24 months (51 cm / 20 inches to fit, 57 cm / 22.4 inches finished chest)
• Size F: 4 years (59 cm / 23 inches to fit, 63 cm / 24.8 inches finished chest)
• Size G: 6 years (64 cm / 25 inches to fit, 70 cm / 27.6 inches finished chest)
• Size H: 8 years (68 cm / 27 inches to fit, 74 cm / 29 inches finished chest)
• Size I: 10 years (71 cm / 28 inches to fit, 76 cm / 30 inches finished chest)

About the Designer

Fairy Wings BJ15 is designed by Sharyn Armstrong of Baby Jumbuck Knits, an independent knitwear designer. The pattern was published in 2020 and represents thoughtful design work combining traditional lace techniques with contemporary children's garment construction.