Accessories in Stylecraft Wondersoft Prints & Merry Go Round DK - 9639 - Downloadable PDF

Accessories in Stylecraft Wondersoft Prints & Merry Go Round DK – Pattern 9639

This downloadable PDF from Stylecraft brings together five easy-to-knit accessory designs sized to fit children aged 6 months through 7 years. The collection includes a Box Check Scarf, a Box Check Hat, a Garter Stitch Hat, a Garter Stitch Scarf, and Garter Stitch Mittens — all worked in Stylecraft Wondersoft Prints DK and Stylecraft Merry Go Round DK. Because every design is rated advanced beginner, the pattern is ideal for knitters who have mastered the basics and are ready to explore simple stitch patterns and shaping in a practical, gift-worthy project.

Yarns and Needles

All five designs are worked in DK weight yarn, specifically Stylecraft Wondersoft Prints DK and Stylecraft Merry Go Round DK. The recommended needle size throughout is 4mm. As with any pattern, knitters are encouraged to work a tension swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size up or down if their stitch and row counts do not match the stated tensions.

Tension

• Stocking stitch: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4 in) using 4mm needles
• Box check pattern: 24 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4 in) using 4mm needles
• Garter stitch: 20 stitches and 40 rows to 10 cm (4 in) using 4mm needles

Achieving the correct tension is essential for obtaining the right finished size across all five size options, which range from 6–12 months up to 6–7 years.

Box Check Scarf

The Box Check Scarf is worked in the box check stitch pattern, a classic textured design created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a regular grid arrangement. This produces a subtle, reversible checked surface that adds visual interest without requiring complex techniques. The scarf is sized across five lengths and two widths to suit different ages.

Box Check Scarf Measurements

• 6–12 months: approximately 63 cm (24¾ in) long, 13.5 cm (5¼ in) wide
• 12–24 months: approximately 74 cm (29¼ in) long, 13.5 cm (5¼ in) wide
• 2–3 years: approximately 82 cm (32¼ in) long, 13.5 cm (5¼ in) wide
• 4–5 years: approximately 82 cm (32¼ in) long, 17.5 cm (6¾ in) wide
• 6–7 years: approximately 94 cm (37 in) long, 17.5 cm (6¾ in) wide

Box Check Hat

The Box Check Hat uses the same box check stitch pattern as the scarf, giving the two pieces a coordinating look when worked in matching or complementary colourways of Stylecraft Wondersoft Prints DK and Stylecraft Merry Go Round DK. The hat is shaped with decreases at the crown to create a neat, fitted finish. It is designed to fit snugly, with the actual knitted measurement slightly smaller than the stated head circumference so that the fabric stretches comfortably around the head.

Box Check Hat Measurements

• To fit head circumference: 48 cm / 50 cm / 51 cm / 52 cm / 53 cm (19 / 19¾ / 20 / 20½ / 21 in)
• Actual measurement (will stretch for snug fit): 43 cm / 45 cm / 46 cm