Berroco Nadia Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Nadia Seamless Knit Sweater

What Is Being Made

The Nadia is a classic pullover sweater designed by Amy Christoffers, available in eight sizes ranging from 33" to 54" bust measurements. This intermediate-level knitting project features a finished length between 23½" and 25½", depending on size selection. The garment is designed with 2–4" of ease for a comfortable, relaxed fit suitable for everyday wear.

Construction Techniques

This sweater employs a bottom-up, seamless construction worked entirely in the round, eliminating the need for seaming. The body and sleeves are knitted separately from the bottom up using circular needles, then joined together at the yoke. The yoke is shaped using short-row shaping to create a custom fit through the shoulders and neckline. This modern construction method provides a smooth, professional finish and allows for easy adjustments during the knitting process.

Stitches and Colorwork

The Nadia features stranded colorwork throughout the design, incorporating a charted pattern worked in stockinette stitch. The body begins with k1, p1 ribbing at the cuffs and hem for elasticity and structure. The main fabric is worked in stockinette stitch in the round, which creates a smooth, classic appearance. The stranded colorwork technique involves holding multiple yarn colors and picking up new colors from underneath to prevent holes and create a secure, twisted join between color changes.

Materials and Gauge

This project uses Berroco Ginkgo yarn in three colors: Moonstone (MC) as the main color, with Lapis (CC1) and Amber (CC2) as contrast colors. Yarn requirements range from 6 to 11 balls depending on size, with each ball weighing 50 grams. Knitters will need circular knitting needles in sizes 6 (4.00 mm) and 8 (5.00 mm)—specifically 16" and 29" lengths for the body and sleeves—plus one set of four double-pointed needles in each size for the ribbed cuffs and initial sleeve work. Additional supplies include two stitch markers in different colors to track pattern repeats and shaping, four stitch holders for holding stitches during yoke construction, and waste yarn or spare needles for temporarily securing stitches.

The recommended gauge is 19 stitches and 25 rounds over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on the larger needles, and 19 stitches and 23 rounds over 4 inches in stockinette stitch over the charted pattern on the larger needles. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished garment meets the intended measurements.

Skill Considerations

Rated as an intermediate project, the Nadia requires competency with circular needle knitting, working in the round, reading charted patterns for stranded colorwork, and executing short-row shaping. Knitters should be comfortable managing multiple yarn colors and maintaining consistent tension throughout the colorwork sections.