Berroco Void Jumper Knitting Pattern

Berroco Void Sweater by Norah Gaughan

What is Being Made

The Berroco Void is a knitted sweater designed by Norah Gaughan, available in eight sizes to fit bust measurements from 30 inches up to 54 inches. The finished garment features bust measurements ranging from 36 to 60 inches, with length options from 16½ to 20½ inches, making it suitable for a range of body sizes and proportions. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a sophisticated pullover sweater.

Techniques Used

This sweater is constructed using a bottom-up approach, meaning the knitter begins at the lower edge and works upward toward the neckline. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, requiring seaming to join the pieces together at the sides and shoulders. The design incorporates lace patterning throughout, which creates an openwork aesthetic and contributes to the sweater's visual interest and drape.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern features a stitch pattern abbreviated as "pat st" that is worked over multiple rows. The lace pattern includes both single decrease rows and double decrease rows strategically placed to shape the garment and create the openwork design. Knitters will use stitch markers to help track pattern repeats and shaping decreases as they progress through the construction.

Materials Required

The Berroco Void calls for Berroco Captiva yarn in color 5543. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 4 hanks for the smallest size up to 8 hanks for the largest size, with each hank weighing 50 grams. Knitters will need straight knitting needles in size 7 (4.5mm) for the main fabric and a 16-inch circular needle in size 7 (4.5mm) for any ribbed or edging sections. The recommended gauge is 16 stitches and 16 rows over 4 inches when working the pattern stitch with size 7 needles, which knitters should verify before beginning their project.

Pattern Details

This is an intermediate-level pattern published by Berroco as a paid downloadable PDF. The pattern includes detailed shaping instructions with size-specific modifications, ensuring proper fit across the full range of available sizes. The combination of lace techniques with structured shaping creates a garment with both visual elegance and tailored fit.