Berroco Clement Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Clement Sweater by Norah Gaughan

What Is Being Made

The Clement is a seamless, top-down knit sweater designed by renowned knitwear designer Norah Gaughan. This intermediate-level garment features a classic construction with button-front closure and is available in eight sizes ranging from 30" to 54" bust. The finished sweater offers approximately 2" of ease, with finished bust measurements from 32" to 56" and lengths ranging from 23½" to 27" depending on size.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several advanced knitting techniques that make it suitable for intermediate knitters. The sweater is worked seamlessly in the round from the top down, eliminating the need for seaming and creating a more polished finished garment. The construction begins at the neckline and progresses downward, allowing for easy customization of length. Cable work is featured throughout the design, adding visual interest and texture to the finished piece. The raglan shaping technique is used to create the sleeve cap, which involves strategic increases that are worked as the body progresses downward from the yoke.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used in this sweater is stockinette stitch, which provides a smooth, classic fabric base. Cable stitches are incorporated into the design, requiring the use of a cable needle to create the characteristic twisted rope-like texture. The pattern includes slipped stitches for a finished edge detail, particularly in the collar and buttonhole areas. Stitch markers are essential throughout construction to track raglan increases and pattern repeats.

Materials and Gauge

This pattern calls for Berroco Cirrus yarn in color 2532. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 6 to 10 hanks of the 25g weight. The recommended gauge is 15 stitches and 22 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch using the larger needles, which is essential for achieving proper fit.

The needle requirements include:

• Size 10 (6mm) circular knitting needles in both 16" and 29" lengths for the main fabric
• Size 8 (5mm) circular knitting needle (29") for ribbed edgings
• Size 8 (5mm) double-pointed needles for working the sleeve caps
• Cable needle for cable work

Additional notions include stitch markers, safety pins for holding stitches, and four ⁷/₈" buttons from One World Button Supply Company for the front closure.

Pattern Details

The Clement features a button-front design with carefully aligned buttonholes worked into the front bands. The collar is folded and pinned during construction to create a neat, finished appearance. The pattern includes detailed instructions for the raglan section, which shapes the armholes and creates the transition from body to sleeves. This design approach ensures proper fit across multiple sizes while maintaining the integrity of the cable patterns throughout.