Knitting Pattern - 2401 Nimbus (Mohair ) Simple Top Down Sweater

Knit a beautifully simple and modern garment with the Crucci Knitting Pattern 2401 – Nimbus Simple Top Down Sweater. Designed for seamless knitting, this pattern is worked top-down in the round, making it a great choice for knitters wanting a clean finish with minimal seaming.

Using Crucci Nimbus 12 ply mohair blend, this sweater has a soft halo, lightweight warmth, and effortless style. With options for short (3/4) or long sleeves, it’s a versatile project for all seasons.

✨ Product Features

• Brand: Crucci

• Pattern Number: 2401

• Garment Type: Women’s sweater

• Yarn Weight: 12 Ply

• Recommended Yarn: Crucci Nimbus mohair blend

• Skill Level: Intermediate

• Style Features:

  • Top-down seamless construction
  • Raglan sleeve shaping
  • Option for short (3/4) or long sleeves
  • Clean, simple modern design
  • Lightweight with soft halo finish

• Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

Measurements

To Fit Bust (cm):

• 75–80 | 85–90 | 95–100 | 105–110 | 115–120 [crucci.com.au]

Actual Garment Size (cm):

• 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 | 140 [crucci.com.au]

Length from Underarm (cm):

• 27 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 35 [crucci.com.au]

Sleeve Lengths:

• Short (3/4): 25 | 26 | 28 | 30.5 | 34.5 cm [crucci.com.au]
• Long: 42 | 46 | 48 | 48 | 48 cm [crucci.com.au]

Yarn Requirements

Crucci Nimbus 12 Ply (50g balls)

• Short Sleeve: 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 balls
• Long Sleeve: 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 balls [crucci.com.au]

Needles & Notions

• 5.00mm circular knitting needles
• 6.00mm circular knitting needles
  (40–100cm length depending on method) [crucci.com.au]
• 5 stitch markers
• 2 lengths of contrast yarn
• Yarn needle [crucci.com.au]

Construction

• Worked top-down in the round (seamless) [knitnstitch.co.nz]
• Raglan shaping from neckline
• Ideal for knitters wanting to try seamless garment construction

Why Customers Love This Pattern

• No seaming – knit in one piece from the top down
• Simple, clean design that suits any wardrobe
• Flexible sleeve-length options
• Lightweight yet warm mohair finish
• Excellent introduction to top-down garment knitting

Perfect For

• Everyday wearable knits
• Transitional seasonal garments
• Beginners moving into garment knitting
• Quick, satisfying projects