Berroco Azimuth Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Azimuth Sweater by Norah Gaughan

What is Being Made

The Azimuth is a seamless knit sweater designed by Norah Gaughan, featured in Berroco Vol. 14. This intermediate-level garment is worked flat and features lace patterning integrated into the design. The sweater is available in seven sizes to fit bust measurements from 30" to 54", with finished bust measurements ranging from 40" to 64" and lengths between 20" and 22".

Techniques Used

This pattern employs lace knitting as a primary design element, with lace motifs incorporated via a charted pattern section. The sweater is worked flat rather than in the round, meaning pieces are knitted on straight needles and later seamed together. The seamless construction approach is used for the main body and sleeve sections, with careful placement of stitch markers to maintain pattern alignment across multiple stitches. The design demonstrates intermediate knitting skills, requiring competency with chart reading, stitch marker placement, and gauge management.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout the Azimuth is stockinette stitch (st st), which is worked by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This smooth, classic stitch provides the foundation for the garment. Lace stitches are incorporated via a charted pattern that spans 56 stitches and is worked over multiple rows. The pattern includes bind-off instructions worked in knit on the wrong side, and the sweater features knit rows at the cuff areas for a finished edge detail.

Materials and Specifications

The Azimuth is designed to be knitted with Berroco Cirrus yarn in color 2501. Yardage requirements range from 6 to 10 hanks depending on the selected size, with smaller sizes (30"-38" bust) requiring 6-8 hanks and larger sizes (42"-54" bust) requiring 8-10 hanks. Knitting needles in size 10 (6mm) are recommended, or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge. The pattern requires stitch markers for tracking lace pattern sections and shaping points.

Gauge and Construction Notes

Achieving the correct gauge is essential for this project. The pattern specifies a gauge of 15 stitches and 21 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch. The pattern instructions emphasize checking gauge before beginning, as variations in individual knitter tension can significantly affect the finished measurements. Sleeves measure 13" from the side seam and are completed with 4 knit rows before binding off, creating a finished cuff detail.