Sweaters, Waistcoat, Hat and Mittens Knitted in King Cole DK - 5703 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters, Waistcoat, Hat and Mittens Knitted in King Cole DK

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern collection from King Cole includes four coordinating knitted garments: sweaters, a waistcoat, a hat, and mittens. The designs are suitable for sizes ranging from 31 to 51 cm (12 to 20 inches), making them ideal for babies and young children. All pieces are worked in King Cole DK yarn weight, allowing for a cohesive, coordinated look across the collection.

Yarn and Materials

These patterns are designed specifically for King Cole DK (Double Knit) yarn, a medium-weight yarn that provides excellent stitch definition and drape for children's garments. The projects are worked on 4mm and 4.5mm needles depending on the stitch pattern and desired tension, allowing crafters to adjust needle size to achieve proper gauge.

Techniques and Stitches

The patterns employ fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level knitters. Key stitches and methods include:

• Stocking Stitch (st-st) – the foundation stitch combining knit stitches on the right side with purl stitches on the wrong side, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Garter Stitch (gst) – knitting every row to produce a textured, reversible fabric often used for borders and edgings
• Pattern Stitches – decorative stitch patterns that add visual interest to the garments
• Increases and Decreases – shaping techniques used to form armholes, necklines, and fitted areas
• Slipped Stitches and Pass Slipped Stitch Over (psso) – techniques for creating decreases and refined stitch details
• Yarn Round Needle (yrn) – a method for creating decorative eyelets and lace effects

Tension and Gauge

Achieving proper tension is essential for successful completion of these garments. The pattern specifies two key tension measurements: 24 stitches and 32 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over pattern on 4.5mm needles, and 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch on 4mm needles. Knitters are advised to knit a tension square before beginning the garment to ensure accurate sizing. If your tension square contains fewer stitches or rows than specified, switch to finer needles; if it contains more, use larger needles.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern, providing immediate access to all instructions, charts, and schematics. The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations including K (knit), P (purl), st(s) (stitch/stitches), alt (alternate), approx (approximately), beg (beginning), cont (continue), inc (increase), dec (decrease), foll (following), rem (remaining), rep (repeat), sl (slip), tog (together), and yrn (yarn round needle).

About King Cole

King Cole is a respected yarn brand known for quality yarns and well-designed patterns. For every King Cole pattern purchased, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation, supporting important charitable work.