Berroco North Shore Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco North Shore Knit Sweater

Garment Overview

The Berroco North Shore is an intermediate-level knit sweater designed by Emily Nora O'Neil, featured in Berroco Booklet #359. This women's pullover sweater is available in seven sizes ranging from X-Small through 3X, with finished bust measurements from 32 inches to 56 inches and lengths from 21 to 23½ inches. The design incorporates approximately 2 inches of ease for comfortable wear.

Construction Techniques

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up seamed method, with all pieces worked flat on straight needles. The body and sleeves feature a distinctive I-Cord edging at the lower edges, adding a refined finished detail to the garment. The seamed construction allows for precise shaping and a professional appearance.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used throughout the North Shore is Stockinette Stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric ideal for showcasing the yarn's characteristics. The I-Cord edging provides textural contrast and structural definition at the garment's edges.

Materials and Tools

• Yarn: Berroco Maya in colorway #5651 Lavanda, requiring 7 to 13 hanks depending on size (each hank weighs 50 grams)
• Needles: Straight knitting needles in size 8 (5.00 mm) for main fabric, and size 6 (4.00 mm) double-pointed needles for I-Cord edging
• Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch on larger needles

Yarn Characteristics

Berroco Maya is the specified yarn for this pattern, offering the ideal weight and texture for achieving the designed gauge and drape. Knitters are encouraged to use the recommended yarn to ensure accurate sizing and finished garment appearance, though the pattern accommodates standard gauge adjustments through needle size selection.