Sweaters in Stylecraft Merry Go Round Chunky - 10048 - Downloadable PDF

Stylecraft Merry Go Round Chunky Sweaters – Pattern 10048: Two Children's Knitting Designs

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Stylecraft presents two children's sweater designs — a Round Neck Sweater and a Polo Neck Sweater — both worked in Merry Go Round Chunky yarn. The pattern covers sizes to fit ages 2–3, 4–5, 6–7, 8–9, and 10–11 years, corresponding to chest measurements of 56–76 cm (22–30 inches). Both garments are knitted flat in separate pieces and then seamed, making this an approachable project for intermediate knitters looking to work with chunky-weight yarn on a relatively quick and satisfying make.

One of the most distinctive features of this pattern is its use of Stylecraft Merry Go Round Chunky, a self-patterning random colourway yarn that creates a fair isle-style effect without the complexity of working with multiple strands. The pattern notes that the knitter in the photographs carefully matched the patterning across pieces by starting each section at a similar point in the yarn, achieving a coordinated, intentional look from a single ball of self-striping yarn.

Round Neck Sweater

The Round Neck Sweater is worked in the colourway Paddington 3161 and requires 3 to 5 balls of Merry Go Round Chunky 100g depending on the size being made. It features a classic, comfortable round neckline that suits everyday children's wear and is finished with a neat ribbed neckband.

Construction and Techniques

• Back and Front pieces are worked identically, simplifying the construction process.
• Each piece begins with a k1, p1 rib border worked on 5mm needles, providing a neat, stretchy hem.
• A decrease row is worked at the transition point to shape the lower body before moving into the main fabric.
• The body is then worked in stocking stitch (st-st) on 6mm needles, creating a smooth knit fabric that showcases the colour changes of the Merry Go Round yarn to full effect.
• Sleeves are worked separately and set in, with ribbed cuffs to match the hem.

Stitches Used

• K1, P1 Rib — used for the welts, cuffs, and neckband, providing elasticity and a tidy finish.
• Stocking Stitch — the primary body fabric, worked by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side.

Materials

• Yarn: Stylecraft Merry Go Round Chunky 100g, colourway Paddington 3161 — 3 balls (ages 2–3 and 4–5), 4 balls (ages 6–7 and 8–9), 5 balls (ages 10–11).
• Needles: A pair of 5mm (UK 6 / USA 8) knitting needles and a pair of 6mm (UK 4 / USA 10) knitting needles. A 6mm circular needle (40cm / 16in) or set of 6mm double-pointed needles for the neckband. A 5mm circular needle (40cm / 16in) or set of 5mm double-pointed needles may also be required.
• Notions: Stitch holders, stitch marker.

Polo Neck Sweater

The Polo Neck Sweater is worked in the colourway Pink/Lilac 3119 and requires 3 to 5 balls of Merry Go Round Chunky 100g. It shares the same body and sleeve construction as the Round Neck version but is distinguished by its polo neck collar — a tall, folded ribbed neckband that adds