By Sirdar Snuggly
| To Fit Age: | Newborn-6 Months | 6-12 Months | 1-2 Years | 2-3 Years | 4-5 Years | 6-7 Years |
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2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
This downloadable knitting pattern from Sirdar creates a classic boy's sweater designed for infants and young children, available in six size options ranging from newborn (0-6 months) through 6-7 years. The sweater is tailored to fit chest measurements from 41cm to 66cm, with actual finished measurements from 45cm to 70cm for a comfortable, relaxed fit. The garment features adjustable sleeve lengths, making it adaptable as children grow.
The primary yarn specified is Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK in shade 462 or 456, a double knit weight yarn. The pattern requires between 2 and 5 50g balls depending on the child's age and size. The design is also compatible with several alternative Sirdar DK-weight yarns, including Snuggly DK, Snuggly Baby Crofter DK, Snuggly Doodle DK, Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, Snuggly Spots DK, and Snuggly Pattercake DK, though yarn amounts may vary slightly with substitutions.
Essential equipment includes 4mm (UK8 – USA6) knitting needles for the main fabric and 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) knitting needles for ribbed sections, along with a stitch holder for managing stitches during construction.
This intermediate-level knitting project is worked primarily in stocking stitch, the fundamental knit fabric that creates a smooth, classic appearance ideal for children's garments. The pattern employs ribbed edgings, typically worked on the smaller needles, which provide elasticity and help the sweater maintain its shape during wear and washing—a practical consideration for active children's clothing.
The construction method involves knitting separate pieces that are subsequently seamed together. The adjustable sleeve length feature allows knitters to customize the garment's proportions, accommodating different arm lengths or allowing for growth room.
The pattern is worked to a tension of 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential for producing a garment that fits properly across all the available size options. The pattern provides detailed measurements for each age group, enabling knitters to select the appropriate size based on the child's chest measurement and desired finished dimensions.
| Brand: | Sirdar Snuggly |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Needles Required: | 4.00mm (US 6) & 3.25mm (US 3) Single Point Needles |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Age: Newborn to 7 Years |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Designer: | Sirdar |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 2 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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Desperately disappointed. I worked solidly on this in order to finish it in time for my grandson's birthday. Went to sew it up last night and the collar is far too small. No way will he get his head through it and very brief instructions for assenbling the shawl collar. I've wasted ny time and money.
