Nele Woman's Top in Schachenmayr Cotton4Future - S10866 - Downloadable PDF

Nele Woman's Top in Schachenmayr Cotton4Future – Pattern S10866 by Quail Studio

The Nele Woman's Top is a free, downloadable knitting pattern designed by Quail Studio and published by MEZ GmbH under the Schachenmayr brand. This relaxed, wearable top is aimed at beginner knitters and is worked in Schachenmayr Cotton4Future, a sustainably minded aran-weight cotton yarn. The pattern number is S10866, and it is available as a downloadable PDF at no cost, making it an ideal starting point for anyone new to garment knitting.

What Is Being Made

The Nele Top is a classic women's pullover-style top with a defined neckline, shaped armholes, and a consistent total length of 57 cm across all sizes. It is designed to fit a range of body sizes, from XS (32/34) through XL (48/50), offering inclusive sizing for a broad range of wearers. The garment features a back and a front panel, each constructed separately and then seamed together. The silhouette is clean and straightforward, making it a practical warm-weather wardrobe staple.

Sizing and Measurements

The pattern provides detailed measurements for each of the five sizes available:

• XS (32/34): Width at bottom 46 cm, width after armhole increases 52 cm, shoulder width 14 cm, neck width 24 cm, neck height front 14 cm
• S (36/38): Width at bottom 50 cm, width after armhole increases 56 cm, shoulder width 15 cm, neck width 26 cm, neck height front 15 cm
• M (40/42): Width at bottom 54 cm, width after armhole increases 60 cm, shoulder width 17 cm, neck width 26 cm, neck height front 15 cm
• L (44/46): Width at bottom 58 cm, width after armhole increases 64 cm, shoulder width 19 cm, neck width 26 cm, neck height front 15 cm
• XL (48/50): Width at bottom 64 cm, width after armhole increases 70 cm, shoulder width 21 cm, neck width 28 cm, neck height front 16 cm

The length to the beginning of the armhole decreases slightly as sizes increase, ranging from 38 cm in XS down to 34 cm in XL, while the armhole height increases from 19 cm to 23 cm across the size range. All sizes share the same total length of 57 cm.

Yarn and Materials

The recommended yarn is Schachenmayr Cotton4Future, sold in 50 g balls. This is an aran-weight yarn, meaning it is a medium-to-heavy weight that knits up relatively quickly and produces a fabric with good stitch definition. Cotton4Future reflects Schachenmayr's commitment to more responsible fiber sourcing, making this pattern appealing to knitters who are mindful of sustainability. The use of cotton makes the finished top breathable and comfortable for warmer seasons. Specific needle sizes and exact yardage requirements are referenced within the full PDF instructions.

Techniques and Construction

The Nele Top is constructed in two flat panels — a back and a front — worked separately from the cast-on edge upward. The instructions are written for the smallest size first, with changes for larger sizes noted in different colors throughout the pattern, a helpful formatting choice for beginner knitters navigating multi-size instructions.

Key construction techniques used in this pattern include:

• Flat knitting: Both panels are worked back and forth in rows, making this accessible to knitters who are not yet comfortable with working in the round.
• Armhole shaping: Increases are worked at the armhole edges to shape the body of the top, adding width at that section of the garment.
• Neckline shaping: The front panel features a shaped neckline with a defined neck height, creating a finished, polished look.
• Seaming: The back and front panels are joined after kn