Reykjavik Soft Kids

Reykjavik Soft Kids Knitting Pattern by Meiju Kallio

What is Being Made

Reykjavik Soft Kids is a child's pullover sweater designed by Meiju Kallio as a sized-down version of the original Reykjavik Soft pattern. This knitted garment is specifically engineered for children ranging from 4 to 20 years old, with eight different size options to accommodate growing kids. The sweater is intended to be worn with approximately 4 inches (10 centimeters) of positive ease at the bust for comfortable, relaxed fit suitable for active children.

Techniques and Construction

The pattern employs thoughtful modifications to scale down the adult design for children. The primary sizing adjustments are accomplished through gauge modification and neck design alterations, allowing the same stitch patterns and construction methods to work across the full range of children's sizes. This approach maintains design integrity while ensuring proper proportions for younger wearers. The sweater is worked as a pullover style, indicating it is constructed by knitting pieces that are later assembled together.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

While specific stitch details are not fully outlined in the available pattern information, the intermediate difficulty rating indicates the pattern includes techniques beyond basic stockinette stitch. The design likely incorporates textured or patterned stitches that create visual interest while remaining achievable for knitters with some experience.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Reykjavik Soft Kids pattern is designed to be worked with Hjertegarn Blend Bamboo yarn, a specialty blend composed of 70% bamboo and 30% cotton. This fiber combination is selected specifically for its year-round wearability and gentle properties ideal for children with sensitive skin. The yarn is a sport weight, classified at 50 grams per skein with approximately 150 meters (164 yards) per skein.

Yardage requirements vary by size:

• Sizes 4-6 years and 6-8 years: 3 skeins each
• Size 10 years: 3 skeins
• Sizes 12 years and 14 years: 4 skeins each
• Size 16 years: 4 skeins
• Size 18 years: 5 skeins
• Size 20 years: 6 skeins

Finished bust measurements range from 28 inches (71 centimeters) for the smallest size to 42.25 inches (approximately 107 centimeters) for the largest size, providing comprehensive sizing coverage throughout childhood and into early teen years.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters who have progressed beyond beginner techniques and are comfortable working with stitch patterns and garment construction methods. The intermediate classification reflects the pattern's design complexity while remaining accessible to experienced hobbyist knitters.

Designer Information

Reykjavik Soft Kids is designed by Meiju Kallio, an independent knitwear designer. Pattern support and inquiries can be directed to meijuknits@gmail.com. The pattern is protected by copyright and is intended for personal use only.