Product Description
Foggy Mountain Coveralls is the perfect way to kick off fall/winter.
Sizes Directions are written for NB with changes for larger sizes in parentheses as follows: NB (3 month, 6 month, 9 month, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months / 2T, )
Finished and Blocked Measurements: Sizes newborn (3 month, 6 month, 9 month, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months / 2T,) Chest: 14 (16”, 17”, 18”, 19.5”, 20”, 22”,) Torso length 11” (12.5, 14, 15”, 16,“ 17”, 18” ) To measure for torso length measure from about 1” below the collar bone to the crotch. Inseam: 5.5” (6”, 8”, 9”, 10”, 11”, 12“ )
Materials Needed: worsted weight yarn Double pointed needles (or needles appropriate for your preferred method of small circumference circular knitting) and circular needles in US sizes 8 and US size 6 Scrap yarn, 4 stitch markers, 3 or 4 buttons about 3/4” - 1” in diameter, darning needle for weaving in ends.2T
Foggy Mountain Overalls by Heather Richard
What is Being Made
The Foggy Mountain Overalls is a knitted baby garment designed by Heather Richard, available as a downloadable PDF pattern. These are full-coverage overalls sized for infants and toddlers, ranging from newborn through 2T. The pictured pair features wider ribbed band straps that button to the bib front, creating classic overall styling with practical fastening details.
Sizing and Finished Measurements
This pattern accommodates seven size options to fit growing babies:
- Newborn: Chest 14", Torso length 11", Inseam 5.5"
- 3 Month: Chest 16", Torso length 13", Inseam 6"
- 6 Month: Chest 17", Torso length 14", Inseam 8"
- 9 Month: Chest 18", Torso length 15", Inseam 9"
- 12 Month: Chest 19.5", Torso length 16", Inseam 10"
- 18 Month: Chest 20", Torso length 17", Inseam 11"
- 24 Month/2T: Chest 22", Torso length 18", Inseam 12"
The pattern includes helpful guidance for customizing fit: if your child's chest measurement aligns with a particular size but the torso length runs long, knitters can follow the specified size and use pattern modifications provided later in the instructions to shorten the torso accordingly.
Knitting Techniques and Stitch Details
The Foggy Mountain Overalls employs several knitting techniques to create visual interest and functional details:
- Ribbed Band Straps: The wider ribbed bands that form the shoulder straps provide elasticity and structure, buttoning securely to the bib front
- Diagonal Seed Stitch Cuffs: The leg openings feature diagonal seed stitch, a textured stitch pattern that combines knit and purl stitches in an offset arrangement to create a subtle diagonal visual effect
These techniques are appropriate for intermediate level knitters who have experience with basic stitch patterns and garment construction. The combination of ribbed and textured stitch work adds depth and prevents rolling while maintaining the practical, durable qualities needed for baby clothing.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
This pattern is designed for worsted weight yarn, a medium-weight yarn that knits quickly and provides good stitch definition for textured patterns. Yardage requirements are generous estimates to accommodate individual gauge variations:
- Newborn: 225 yards
- 3 Month: 285 yards
- 6 Month: 335 yards
- 9 Month: 385 yards
- 12 Month: 435 yards
- 18 Month: 485 yards
- 24 Month/2T: 535 yards
The pattern calls for double-pointed needles, which are ideal for knitting small circumference pieces like baby garments and allow for seamless construction when working in the round.
Pattern Format and Difficulty Level
The Foggy Mountain Overalls pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF with comprehensive written directions. Size options are clearly marked, with the newborn size as the base pattern and larger sizes indicated in parentheses throughout. This intermediate-level project is suitable for knitters comfortable with gauge swatching, working with multiple sizes, and executing textured stitch patterns. The downloadable format allows knitters to print and reference the pattern while working, making it convenient for following detailed garment construction steps.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 13 |
| Designer: | Heather Richard |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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