Sweater and Hoodie in King Cole Safari Chunky - 5932pdf - Downloadable PDF

King Cole Safari Chunky Sweater and Hoodie – Pattern 5932 Summary

This knitting pattern (pattern number 5932) from King Cole provides instructions for two children's knitwear designs worked in King Cole Safari Chunky yarn: a classic sweater and a hoodie. Both garments are sized to fit chest measurements of 56–76 cm (22–30 in), making them suitable for younger children across a range of ages. The pattern is rated as beginner level, making it an excellent choice for those who are new to knitting or looking to build confidence with straightforward construction techniques.

Garments Included

Classic Children's Sweater

The sweater is a timeless, pull-on style garment designed for everyday wear. Worked in chunky yarn on relatively large needles, it knits up quickly and produces a satisfying result even for newer knitters. The straightforward construction and minimal shaping make this an ideal beginner project while still delivering a polished, wearable finished piece.

Children's Hoodie

The hoodie shares the same chunky yarn and needle size as the sweater but adds the practical and popular feature of an attached hood. The hood construction introduces a small amount of additional shaping and technique, giving knitters a gentle step up in skill while remaining firmly within beginner-friendly territory. The hoodie is a versatile layering piece suitable for casual and outdoor wear.

Knitting Techniques Used

Both designs in this pattern are constructed using classic flat knitting techniques, meaning the pieces are worked back and forth in rows and then seamed together. Key techniques referenced in the pattern include:

• Stocking stitch (st-st) – the primary fabric stitch, created by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side, producing a smooth, classic knitted fabric
• Increasing (inc) – used to shape the garment pieces, such as sleeve tapers and hood shaping
• Decreasing (dec) – used to shape armholes, necklines, and other fitted sections
• M1 (Make 1) – a specific increase technique where the horizontal strand lying between two stitches is picked up and knitted into the back of it, twisting it to avoid a hole; used for neat, invisible increases
• M1P (Make 1 Purlwise) – a variation of the Make 1 increase worked in purl, used on wrong-side rows for symmetrical shaping
• Seaming – the finished pieces are joined together using standard seaming methods to complete the garment

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch – the dominant stitch pattern throughout both garments, creating a smooth right side and textured wrong side
• Knit (k) and purl (p) stitches form the foundation of all construction
• Ribbing is typically used on cuffs, hems, and neckbands in garments of this style, providing stretch and a neat finish at edges

Tension

The stated tension for both designs is 14 stitches and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over stocking stitch. Achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the finished garment matches the intended size. Knitters are advised to work a tension swatch before beginning: if fewer stitches are produced than stated, thinner needles should be used; if more stitches appear, thicker needles are recommended.

Materials – Yarn and Needles

Both the sweater and the hoodie are designed to be knitted in King Cole Safari Chunky yarn. This is a chunky weight yarn, which means it works up quickly on larger needles and produces a cosy, substantial fabric ideal for children's outerwear and knitwear. The recommended needle size is 6 mm, though knitters should adjust needle size as necessary to achieve the correct tension. Yarn quantities will vary depending on the size being knitted.

Additional Notes

Pattern 5932 is available as a downloadable PDF, allowing instant access after purchase. King Cole also notes that for every pattern purchased, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation