Finley in Berroco Remix - Downloadable PDF

Finley Kids' Sweater in Berroco Remix – Pattern Summary

Finley is a charming children's pullover sweater designed by Brenda York and published by Berroco. Rated as an intermediate skill level knitting project, this pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is worked in a playful colorblock and stripe aesthetic that makes it an eye-catching wardrobe staple for kids. The design is offered in five children's sizes — (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) — with the sample shown in size 8, making it a versatile pattern that can grow with a child over several years.

What Is Being Made

Finley is a children's pullover sweater with a relaxed, comfortable fit. The pattern recommends approximately 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) of positive ease, giving the finished garment a relaxed silhouette that allows for easy movement and layering. Finished chest measurements range from 26 inches (66 cm) for size 2 up to 33½ inches (85 cm) for size 10, with lengths ranging from 13½ inches (34.5 cm) to 21 inches (53.5 cm) depending on the size worked. The multi-color design incorporates a main color alongside two contrast colors, creating visual interest through stripe patterning.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Berroco Remix, an aran weight yarn sold in 100-gram balls. Three colorways are used to achieve the sweater's distinctive look:

• #3927 Old Jeans – the Main Color (MC), requiring 2 balls for sizes 2 and 4, and 3 balls for sizes 6, 8, and 10
• #3922 Buttercup – Contrast Color 1 (C1), 1 ball across all sizes
• #3901 Birch – Contrast Color 2 (C2), 1 ball across all sizes

Berroco Remix is a well-regarded yarn known for its unique fiber blend and soft texture, making it a practical and comfortable choice for children's knitwear. Its durability and ease of care are well suited to everyday garments for active kids.

Needles and Notions

The pattern requires two needle sizes to achieve the correct gauge and finish:

• US size 6 / 4 mm straight or circular needles for ribbing and finishing details
• US size 8 / 5 mm needles for the main body fabric
• A 16-inch / 40 cm circular needle in size 6 / 4 mm for working the neckline
• 2 stitch holders, 1 stitch marker, and waste yarn for holding stitches

Gauge

Achieving accurate gauge is emphasized throughout the pattern. On the larger needles, the gauge is 17 stitches and 23 rows to 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch, and 17 stitches and 30 rows to 4 inches in the Stripe Pattern. Because the row gauge differs between the two stitch patterns, knitters are strongly encouraged to swatch carefully before casting on.

Techniques and Stitches Used

Finley is classified as an intermediate knitting project, meaning it is well suited to knitters who have moved beyond basic scarves and hats and are comfortable working with shaping and multiple colors. The key techniques and stitches involved include:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – the primary fabric stitch used throughout the body of the sweater, created by alternating knit and purl rows when worked flat
• Stripe Pattern – a structured colorwork technique involving the three specified yarn colors; stripes are worked by carrying or joining yarns at regular intervals, adding visual rhythm and color contrast to the garment
• Ribbing – typically used at the cuffs, hem, and neckline to create a neat, elasticated edge that helps the garment retain its shape; worked on the smaller needle size