Hooded and Round Neck Sweaters in Hayfield Baby Chunky - 4765 - Downloadable PDF

Hooded and Round Neck Sweaters in Hayfield Baby Chunky – Pattern 4765

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two classic baby and children's sweater designs: a Round Neck Sweater and a Hooded Sweater, both worked in Hayfield Baby Chunky yarn. The pattern covers six sizes ranging from Birth to 7 years, making it a versatile addition to any knitter's collection for gifting or building a child's wardrobe. Both designs share the same chunky-weight construction and raglan shaping, giving them a cosy, structured silhouette that is practical for everyday wear.

Who These Patterns Are For

Rated as intermediate in difficulty, these sweaters are well suited to knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping techniques and are ready to work through a multi-size pattern. The chunky yarn weight means the fabric grows quickly on the needles, making the projects rewarding to complete without requiring advanced skills. Beginners who have already made a simple project and are looking to progress will find these designs an excellent next step.

Sizes and Measurements

The pattern is written for the following six sizes, allowing knitters to work from newborn through early school age:

• 0–6 months – to fit 41 cm (16 in) chest, actual measurement 44 cm (17¼ in)
• 6–12 months – to fit 46 cm (18 in) chest, actual measurement 50 cm (19¾ in)
• 1–2 years – to fit 51 cm (20 in) chest, actual measurement 56 cm (22 in)
• 2–3 years – to fit 56 cm (22 in) chest, actual measurement 61 cm (24 in)
• 4–5 years – to fit 61 cm (24 in) chest, actual measurement 64 cm (25¼ in)
• 6–7 years – to fit 66 cm (26 in) chest, actual measurement 70 cm (27½ in)

Full lengths range from approximately 25 cm (9¾ in) for the smallest size up to 49 cm (19¼ in) for the largest. Sleeve lengths are adjustable, running from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in), giving knitters the flexibility to customise the fit as children grow.

Materials Required

Yarn

Both designs use Hayfield Baby Chunky, a chunky-weight yarn sold in 100g balls. The two colourways specified in the pattern are:

• Shade 401 – used for the Round Neck Sweater, requiring between 2 and 6 balls depending on size
• Shade 403 – used for the Hooded Sweater, requiring between 3 and 8 balls depending on size

The hooded version uses slightly more yarn across all sizes due to the additional fabric required for the hood construction. Yarn amounts stated are based on average requirements when the specified tension and yarn are used.

Needles and Notions

• 1 pair of 6½mm (UK 3 / USA 10.5) knitting needles – used for the main body fabric
• 1 pair of 5½mm (UK 5 / USA 9) knitting needles – used for ribbed edgings and finishing details
• Stitch holders – required for holding live stitches during shaping

Tension

Achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the finished garment matches the stated measurements. The pattern specifies:

• 14 stitches and 19 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 6½mm needles
• 14 stitches and 22 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over pattern