Berroco Nevis Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Nevis Sweater: Seamless Bottom-Up Knit Design

What Is Being Made

The Berroco Nevis is a seamless knit sweater designed by Amy Christoffers and featured in Book #416. This intermediate-level garment is offered in eight sizes, with finished bust measurements ranging from 34 inches to 63 inches and lengths from 19 inches to 24¾ inches. The sweater is shown in the size 46" bust measurement and is designed with 4–8 inches of positive ease for comfortable wearing.

Construction Techniques

The Nevis employs a bottom-up, seamless construction worked entirely in the round, which eliminates the need for seaming and creates a smooth, professional finish. The garment is built in distinct sections that are later joined:

• The body is cast on and worked in the round from the hem to the underarms, where it is then divided for separate back and front pieces
• The sleeves are also worked in the round from cuff to underarm, then joined to the body for the yoke section
• The yoke is worked in the round with short-row shaping to create a custom neckline fit

This construction method is particularly valued by knitters because it minimizes finishing work and allows for easy adjustments to length during the knitting process.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Nevis features several classic knit stitches that create visual interest and structure:

• Ribbing (k1, p1) is used for the initial 3 rounds at the hem, providing stretch and a fitted edge
• Stockinette stitch (St st) forms the main fabric of the sweater, creating a smooth, classic appearance
• Alternating knit and purl rounds create a textured transition section between the ribbed cuff and the main stockinette body
• 2x2 ribbing (k2, p2) is worked in the pattern for additional stitch definition
• Increases (M1) and decreases (k2tog) are used to shape the garment and adjust stitch counts as needed

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Nevis is designed to be worked in Berroco Liana yarn, a premium fiber choice that drapes beautifully in a finished sweater. The pattern requires 5 to 12 hanks (depending on size) of Berroco Liana in colorway #8273 Agave, with each hank weighing 50 grams.

The recommended needles are size 6 (4.00 mm) circular needles—both a 29-inch needle for the body and a 16-inch needle for smaller circumferences—along with a set of size 6 double-pointed needles for working the sleeves and yoke. The pattern also calls for 4 stitch markers (with one in a contrasting color to mark the beginning of each round) and waste yarn to temporarily hold stitches.

Gauge and Finishing Details

The pattern is worked at a gauge of 21 stitches and 29 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit, and the pattern instructions emphasize checking gauge before beginning to ensure accurate finished measurements. This downloadable PDF pattern includes all necessary information for knitters to successfully complete the Nevis sweater.