Berroco Moval PDF

Berroco Moval PDF – Knitting Pattern by Amy Christoffers

The Berroco Moval is a beautifully designed pullover sweater by Amy Christoffers, available as a downloadable PDF from Berroco. Rated at an intermediate skill level, this pattern offers knitters two distinct versions to choose from: a long sleeve and a short sleeve pullover, making it a versatile addition to any handknit wardrobe. The pattern is sized generously across nine sizes, with finished bust measurements ranging from 38" to 68¼" (96.5–173.5 cm) and a recommended positive ease of approximately 6–10 inches (15–25 cm), lending the finished garment a relaxed, comfortable silhouette.

What Is Being Made

The Moval is a seamless, top-down pullover sweater worked primarily in the round. It is offered in two sleeve length variations — long sleeves and short sleeves — with the body and construction method remaining consistent between both versions. The sweater features a shaped neckline achieved through short rows, giving it a polished, well-fitted finish at the collar. The center back length ranges from 22¾" to 32" (58–81.5 cm) depending on the size chosen.

Construction Techniques

• Top-down construction: The pullover is begun at the neck and worked downward, allowing knitters to try on the garment as they go and adjust fit before completing the body and sleeves.
• Seamless and worked in the round: The majority of the sweater is knitted in the round, eliminating the need for seaming and creating a smooth, continuous fabric.
• Worked flat (short rows): The neckline shaping is achieved using short rows worked flat on the wrong side, with wrap-and-turn (w&t) technique used to create smooth, gradual shaping without holes or gaps.
• Lace: The pattern incorporates lace detailing, adding an elegant, decorative element to the design. Lace knitting involves a combination of yarn overs and decreases to create an open, airy pattern within the fabric.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch (St st): The primary stitch used throughout the body and sleeves, creating a smooth, classic knitted fabric.
• Lace stitches: Decorative openwork stitches formed through yarn overs and corresponding decreases, contributing visual interest and texture to the sweater.
• Short row shaping with wrap and turn (w&t): Used specifically in the neck shaping section to build gradual height at the back of the neckline for a more comfortable and professional fit.

Yarn and Materials

The Moval is designed to be knitted in Berroco Spree™, a DK weight yarn sold in 50-gram balls. Two colorways are featured in the pattern: #9456 Space (shown in the long sleeve version) and #9407 Chili (shown in the short sleeve version). Yarn requirements vary by size and sleeve length:

• Long sleeves (#9456 Space): (6, 7, 8) [9, 10, 11] {12, 13, 15} balls
• Short sleeves (#9407 Chili): (5, 6, 7) [7, 8, 9] {9, 11, 12} balls

Needles and Notions

The pattern calls for both circular needles and double-pointed needles (DPNs) in two sizes to accommodate different sections of the sweater:

• Circular needles: 16" / 40 cm and 32" / 80 cm lengths in sizes US 4 / 3.5 mm (smaller, for ribbing and neckband) and US 6 / 4 mm (larger, for the body)
• Double-pointed needles: One set each in sizes US 4 / 3