Netzpullover mit Borte in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120 - 4811

Netzpullover mit Borte – Crochet Net Stitch Pullover Pattern in Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120

This free downloadable PDF crochet pattern from Schachenmayr guides you through creating a beautifully textured net stitch pullover with a decorative border (Borte). The design combines an elegant open-work mesh with a structured stitch section and a wide ornamental border trim, making it a sophisticated warm-weather or transitional-season top. The pattern is offered in two sizes — 36–38 and 42–44 — with the larger size instructions given in parentheses throughout.

Garment Overview

The pullover consists of a back panel (Rückenteil), a front panel (Vorderteil) with a V-neckline, sleeves (Ärmel), and a separately worked decorative border (Borte). Each section is worked according to its own crochet chart (Häkelschrift), combining two distinct stitch patterns to create visual interest and structure throughout the garment.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed specifically for Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine Cotton 120, a DK weight yarn. As the name suggests, this yarn blends the softness and breathability of cotton with the elasticity and stitch definition of fine merino wool, making it well-suited to open-work crochet designs. A crochet hook appropriate for DK weight yarn is required; refer to the original PDF for the specific hook size recommendation.

Techniques and Construction

Back Panel (Rückenteil)

The back is begun by casting on 87 (97) chain stitches (Luftmaschen), which establishes a foundation for 82 (93) double crochets (Stäbchen) plus a turning-chain substitute. The lower section of the back is worked in a double crochet pattern (Stäbchenmuster) for approximately 17 cm (22 rows), providing a solid, structured base to the garment. After this foundation, the work transitions into the net stitch pattern (Netzmuster), which is an open-work mesh formed by chain-stitch arches (Luftmaschen-Bogen). The back panel is worked until a total length of 46 cm is reached.

Front Panel (Vorderteil)

The front panel is worked identically to the back for the first 26 cm. At this point, the work is divided at the center to shape the V-neckline (V-Ausschnitt), with both sides completed separately. The neckline shaping is achieved by gradually reducing the number of chain-stitch arches — specifically by reducing half an arch per row, 13 times. This is accomplished by working a single crochet (feste Masche) over the arch of the previous row at the end of each row, and working 3 slip stitches (Kettmaschen) to the center of the arch at the beginning of each row. The remaining 9 (11) chain-stitch arches are then worked straight until the front panel also reaches a total length of 46 cm, matching the back.

Sleeves (Ärmel)

The sleeves are begun with a foundation chain of 53 (62) chain stitches and are worked according to the pattern chart. Like the body panels, the sleeves incorporate the same combination of stitch patterns, ensuring a cohesive look across the entire garment.

Decorative Border (Borte)

A standout feature of this design is the separately worked decorative border (Borte), which measures approximately 15 cm wide with a repeat length (Rapport) of approximately 11 cm. This border adds an intricate, lace-like edging detail that elevates the finished pullover from a simple mesh top to a more refined, fashion-forward piece. The border is worked following its own dedicated crochet chart.

Stitch Patterns Used

• Stäbchenmuster (Double Crochet Pattern): A classic, dense stitch worked in rows to form the lower body of the pullover. Gauge