Knit the perfect nursing jumper for any season: our pattern adapts to your chosen yarn!
Simply enter your tension swatch measurements into the calculator, and it will automatically work out the corresponding knitting instructions.
Your perfect nursing jumper awaits!
My lovely, soft merino jumper, perfect for enjoying spring feeds without shivering!
Cotton is the way to go: lightweight and breathable, perfect for those slightly chilly summer evenings!
For autumn, I'm going for super-soft merino, ideal for the in-between seasons!
I'm all for lovely, warm, soft wool, perfect for those long winter feeds!
Whether you want to knit a lightweight cotton nursing sweater or a cozy winter wool one, this pattern adjusts perfectly to your project.
Start by choosing the perfect yarn for your sweater: cotton, linen, wool… it’s totally up to you!
Then pick your favorite needle size — anything from 3.5 mm (US 4) to 7 mm (US 10.5) will work just fine.
No need to stress about matching a specific gauge — you set your own! This pattern is designed to follow your swatch, not the other way around.
Size: S
Yarn: Drops Alpaca in dark green
Fiber content: 100% alpaca
Needle size: 3.5 mm (US 4)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 26
Rows: 32
Skeins used: 7
Size: S
Yarn: Drops Alpaca in dark green
Fiber content: 100% alpaca
Needle size: 3.5 mm (US 4)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 26
Rows: 32
Skeins used: 7
Size: M
Yarn: 2 strands of Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk in Natural
Fiber content: 77% alpaca, 23% silk
Needle size: 5 mm (US 8)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 17
Rows: 23
Skeins used: 9
Size: M
Yarn: 2 strands of Drops Brushed Alpaca Silk in Natural
Fiber content: 77% alpaca, 23% silk
Needle size: 5 mm (US 8)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 17
Rows: 23
Skeins used: 9
Size: M
Cotton: Drops Belle in Natural
Fiber content: 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen
Needle size: 4 mm (US 6)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 21
Rows: 28
Skeins used: 8
Size: M
Cotton: Drops Belle in Natural
Fiber content: 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen
Needle size: 4 mm (US 6)
Gauge (4x4"):
Stitches: 21
Rows: 28
Skeins used: 8
Once you've found the perfect yarn/needle combination, head over to our calculator page. You’ll find the link in the PDF instructions you'll receive after placing your order.
Simply fill in the form fields, and your custom pattern will be calculated automatically!
To make breastfeeding easy and discreet, the sides of the sweater open completely.
Perfect to wear over your nursing T-shirt, it also works with any other opening system.
With this sweater, you can breastfeed comfortably anywhere—no more drafts!
Dreaming of a stylish nursing sweater but don’t know how to knit? Ask your grandma, mom, or a crafty friend to make it for you!
This pattern is available in sizes XS to XXXL.
You’ll find the finished sweater width in the table below.
| Size | Finished width | |
|---|---|---|
| cm | in | |
| XS | 48 cm | 18 7/8" |
| S | 51 cm | 20" |
| M | 56 cm | 22" |
| L | 66 cm | 26" |
| XL | 69 cm | 27 1/8" |
| XXL | 74 cm | 29 1/8" |
| XXXL | 79 cm | 311/8" |
To determine the right size, measure your bust and compare it to the measurements above (multiply them by 2 to get the full circumference).
The amount of ease to allow depends on the type of yarn used: a lightweight cotton sweater will usually be worn more fitted than a chunky wool pullover.
You’ll find all the details to help you choose the right size in the model’s PDF instructions.
You can already picture the perfect nursing sweater, but you’re worried about not being able to knit it?
Our step-by-step video tutorial is here to guide you!
So, ready to create the nursing sweater of your dreams? Order your pattern and get started!