Family Hoodie Jumpers in Hayfield DK with Wool - 7256 - Downloadable PDF

Family Hoodie Jumpers in Hayfield DK with Wool - Pattern 7256

What Is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern from Hayfield provides instructions for creating a collection of family-sized hoodie jumpers in DK weight yarn blended with wool. The pattern includes four distinct design variations: a Striped Hoodie, a Plain Hoodie, a Contrast Edge Hoodie, and a Striped Rib Hoodie. Each design is available in six sizes ranging from children's 61/66cm (24/26 inches) chest to adult 112/117cm (44/46 inches) chest, making it suitable for coordinating family outfits across multiple age groups and body sizes.

Garment Specifications and Sizing

The hoodies are designed with the following measurements:

• Chest/Bust Sizes: 61/66cm, 71/76cm, 81/86cm, 91/97cm, 102/107cm, and 112/117cm (24/26in, 28/30in, 32/34in, 36/38in, 40/42in, 44/46in)
• Actual Garment Measurements: Approximately 70cm to 121cm (27½in to 47¾in)
• Full Length: Ranging from 48cm to 71cm (19in to 28in) depending on size
• Sleeve Length: Adjustable, ranging from 33cm to 49cm (13in to 19¼in)

Design Variations

Striped Hoodie: Features color blocking with a main shade (105) and contrast shade (701) in a striped pattern. Yarn requirements range from 4 to 9 balls of main shade and 2 to 4 balls of contrast shade in 100g balls.

Plain Hoodie: A solid-color design in shade 701, requiring 5 to 12 balls of 100g yarn depending on size.

Contrast Edge Hoodie: Uses main shade 108 with oddments of contrast shade 701 for edge detailing. Main shade requires 5 to 12 balls of 100g yarn.

Striped Rib Hoodie: Combines main shade 090 with contrast shade 108 in a striped rib construction, requiring 5 to 12 balls of main shade and 1 ball of contrast shade in 100g balls.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for creating structured, wearable garments. The construction includes ribbed edging, which provides elasticity and a professional finish to cuffs, waistbands, and necklines. Striped variations utilize color work techniques to create visual interest through alternating yarn shades. The adjustable sleeve length feature allows customization for different arm proportions across the size range. Rib stitching is specifically featured in the Striped Rib Hoodie variation, creating textured vertical lines that add dimension and stretch recovery to the finished garment.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Hayfield DK with Wool, a double knitting weight yarn that combines the softness of wool with practical durability. This yarn blend is available in multiple shades referenced in the pattern: shade 105, shade 701, shade 108, and shade 090. The yarn is supplied in 100g balls, with total yardage requirements varying by size and design choice. The wool content in this DK weight yarn provides warmth, elasticity, and resilience, making it ideal for family garments that require frequent washing and wear.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern, allowing immediate access to complete instructions for all four hoodie variations and all six sizes without shipping delays. The format enables easy printing and digital reference during the knitting process.