What you'll need
| Age: | 3 months | 6 months | 12 months | 18 months | 2 years | 3 years |
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YDR014_16
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3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Lang Yarns Merino 200 Bebe
311
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3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Product Description
This pattern came from a desire for a simple, top-down hoodie with clean lines for easy toddler wear. In order to keep the fabric sleek, ribbing, garter and seed stitch have given way to hemmed edges. To keep the look of a basic hoodie this pattern features an optional zipper closure and front pockets. The decorative ribbon draw-string is not particularly functional, it just gives the sweater a little extra personality. The fingering weight yarn makes it a nice, light, versatile sweater to throw on for extra warmth.
The pattern contains a Special Techniques section with photo tutorials for German Short Rows, Zipper Placement, Kitchener Stitch, and Crochet Chain Button Loops.
Everyday Hoodie by Kate Bostwick
What is Being Made
The Everyday Hoodie is a knitted cardigan designed for babies and toddlers, available in six sizes ranging from 3 months to 3 years old. The garment features a finished chest circumference of 20.75 inches (51.5 cm) for the smallest size up to 27 inches (67.5 cm) for the largest size, and is designed to be worn with approximately 5 inches (12.5 cm) of positive ease for comfortable everyday wear.
Techniques Used
This intermediate-level knitting project employs several essential techniques to create a well-constructed garment. The pattern uses marker placement throughout to track key shaping points, which must be slipped as you come to them on every row. Increases are worked using M1L (make one left) and M1R (make one right) techniques to create symmetrical shaping at marked intervals. The construction method involves working from the bottom up, with increases strategically placed to shape the body and sleeves. The pattern also includes options for a two-colour design, allowing knitters to incorporate a contrasting color (CC) for visual interest.
Stitches Used
- Knit stitch (K) - forms the primary fabric texture
- Purl stitch (P) - used on wrong-side rows to create stockinette stitch
- M1L (Make One Left) - a left-leaning increase stitch
- M1R (Make One Right) - a right-leaning increase stitch
- Slip marker (sm) - used to track shaping points throughout the pattern
Materials
The Everyday Hoodie is designed to be knitted with 4-ply yarn weight, which creates a lightweight, breathable fabric ideal for a baby garment. The pattern suggests two yarn options, both 100% merino wool for softness and breathability: Garnstudio Drops Baby Merino (191 yards / 175 meters per 1.76 oz / 50g ball) or Lang Yarns Merino 200 Bébé (222 yards / 203 meters per 1.75 oz / 50g ball). Yardage requirements range from 3 balls for the smallest size (3 months) to 5 balls for the largest size (3 years). For the two-colour option, an additional ball of contrasting color yarn is required. The pattern is worked on circular needles, which allow for seamless construction and easy stitch management across the multiple size ranges.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | Lang Yarns Merino 200 Bebe |
| Pages: | 7 |
| Designer: | Kate Bostwick |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Zipper or Buttons required, crochet hook if making buttoned option, 1 yard /1 m grosgrain ribbon (optional) |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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