The Yarn Nerds Basic Sweater is a versatile top-down, seamless knit designed to offer both style and comfort. Made with Yarn Nerds Bella Merino, 100% Merino Wool, this sweater features a classic round yoke construction with thoughtful increases for a flattering fit across a range of sizes, from bust measurements 34” to 66”. The design includes German short rows to raise the back neckline, ensuring a better fit. This pattern is perfect for knitters looking for a cozy, yet stylish wardrobe staple. Whether worn casually or dressed up, the Yarn Nerds Sweater is a modern essential for any knitter’s collection.

Size

To fit bust sizes: 1 - 34” (2 - 38”, 3 - 42”, 4 - 46”, 5 - 50”, 6 - 54”, 7 - 58”, 8 - 62”, 9 -

66”). 0 - 4” positive ease.

Yarn

Yarn Nerds Bella Merino Worsted Yarn, 100% Fine Merino Wool; 219 yds; 100g.

Color in photo: Plum. 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8, 9) hanks. Approximate amount of yarn - 950 (1050, 1150, 1250, 1350, 1450, 1550, 1650, 1750) yards.

Needles

US 10 (6mm) circular knitting needle or size used to obtain gauge.

US 8 (5mm) circular knitting needle or a size down from the needle used to obtain gauge.

Notions

Scrap yarn or stitch holder

Scissors

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle

Tape measure

Gauge

4” = 16 sts and 24 rows in stockinette stitch using US 10 (6mm) knitting needle, unblocked.