Product Description
Bc96 Phoenix Vest and Hat
An oatmeal multi textured vest with a button closure, teamed up with a pistachio popcorn beanie. The Beanie pattern has two versions, knitted flat on straight needles or on the round on double pointed needles.
TENSION: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10 cm [4 ins] over stst on 4 mm [6 US] needles.
MEASURMENTS:
To fit:
Vest
Age 0-3 3-6 6-9 9-12 12-18 Months
To fit size 40 43 46 48 51 Cm
16 17 18 19 20 Ins
Hat
Age 0-3 3-6 6-9 9-18 Months
To fit size 35 40 45 48 Cm
14 16 18 19 Ins
MATERIALS:
Recommended Yarn 8ply Merino
Natural 2 2 2 3 3 50gm Balls
Oatmeal 1 1 1 1 1 50gm Balls
One pair each size 3.25 mm [3 US], 4 mm [6 US] knitting needles, stitch holders and 1 button.
Phoenix Vest and Hat - Bc96 by LisaFdesign
Product Overview
The Phoenix Vest and Hat is a beginner-friendly knitting pattern designed for infants and toddlers, sized 0-18 months. This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer LisaFdesign features a textured vest paired with a distinctive popcorn hat, creating a coordinated two-piece set perfect for young children.
Vest Details
The vest component showcases textured stitch work that adds visual interest and dimension to the garment. The design is suitable for knitters of all skill levels, making it an accessible project for beginners exploring fitted garment construction. The vest is tailored to fit infants and toddlers across multiple size options within the 0-18 months range.
Hat Details
The coordinating hat features a popcorn texture created through bobble stitches, giving it a playful and dimensional appearance. This textured construction adds both aesthetic appeal and tactile interest to the accessory, making it a charming complement to the vest.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
This pattern employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginner-level crafters:
- Stocking Stitch (Stockinette Stitch): The primary fabric construction, created by knitting right-side rows and purling wrong-side rows for a smooth, classic finish
- Garter Stitch: Used in select areas, created by knitting every row for a textured, reversible fabric
- Bobble Stitch: The signature popcorn texture is created using the Make Bobble (MB) technique, which involves increasing into a single stitch, turning, purling, turning again, and knitting all stitches together to form a raised bobble
- Increases and Decreases: Standard shaping techniques for creating fitted garment pieces
- Slip Stitches: Used for joining and finishing details
Materials and Yarn Specifications
This pattern is designed for DK weight yarn (also known as 8-ply), a lightweight yarn suitable for creating garments with good drape and definition. The pattern requires 4 mm (US size 6) needles for the main fabric, with double-pointed needles (dpn) likely needed for the hat's crown shaping and any ribbed edges.
Tension and Gauge
Achieving proper tension is essential for this pattern. The specified gauge is 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) worked over stocking stitch on 4 mm needles. Knitters should swatch before beginning to ensure their finished garment fits correctly within the 0-18 months size range.
Pattern Format
The Phoenix Vest and Hat is provided as a downloadable PDF pattern, making it convenient for digital access and printing. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and instructions suitable for knitters following standard knitting notation, with clear guidance for multiple sizes within the infant and toddler range.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | LisaFdesign |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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