Sweaters with Bell and Rib Edging in Hayfield Baby Blossom Chunky - 4715 - Downloadable PDF

Hayfield Baby Blossom Chunky Sweaters with Bell and Rib Edging – Pattern 4715

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two charming baby and children's sweater designs worked in Hayfield Baby Blossom Chunky yarn. Rated as easy knit and suitable for beginner knitters, the pattern covers six sizes ranging from birth (0–6 months) through to 7 years, making it a versatile addition to any handknitter's collection. The two designs — a Sweater with Bell Edging and a Sweater with Ribbed Edging — share the same basic construction but each features a distinctly different decorative finish at the hems, cuffs, and neckline.

The Two Designs at a Glance

Sweater with Bell Edging

The first design features a decorative bell edging detail, a classic and pretty finish that adds a delicate, flared border to the garment's edges. Bell edging is created by working a series of increases and then decreases — or vice versa — across the cast-on rows to produce a gentle wave or flare effect that lies flat and frames the hem, cuffs, and neckline beautifully. This style of edging is particularly popular on baby and children's knitwear as it adds a touch of sweetness without complicated construction.

• Sizes: 0–6 months up to 6–7 years
• Actual chest measurement: 46 cm (18 in) to 70 cm (27½ in)
• Full length: 22 cm (8¾ in) to 41 cm (16 in)
• Sleeve length (adjustable): 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in)
• Yarn: Hayfield Baby Blossom shade 350 — 1 to 3 x 100g balls depending on size

Sweater with Ribbed Edging

The second design replaces the bell edging with a more traditional ribbed edging, giving the sweater a neat, classic finish with a snug, stretchy border. Ribbing is typically worked in a combination of knit and purl stitches in a repeating sequence — such as knit 1, purl 1 or knit 2, purl 2 — which creates an elastic fabric that hugs the body at the hem and cuffs. This style of edging is a timeless choice for children's knitwear, offering both practicality and a tidy, tailored appearance.

• Sizes: 0–6 months up to 6–7 years
• Actual chest measurement: 46 cm (18 in) to 70 cm (27½ in)
• Full length: 24 cm (9½ in) to 48 cm (19 in)
• Sleeve length (adjustable): 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in)
• Yarn: Hayfield Baby Blossom shade 355 — 1 to 3 x 100g balls depending on size

Yarn and Materials

Both sweaters are knitted in Hayfield Baby Blossom Chunky, a chunky weight yarn specifically designed for baby and children's projects. The chunky weight means the fabric knits up quickly, making these patterns ideal for beginners or for those who want a satisfying, fast make. The yarn is available in the two shades specified in the pattern — shade 350 for the Bell Edging version and shade 355 for the Ribbed Edging version — and is sold in 100g balls.

• Needles required: One pair of 6½mm (UK3 / USA 10.5) knitting needles for the main body
• Needles required: One pair of 5½mm (UK5 / USA 9) knitting needles for edging sections
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