Product Description
Sweater is worked from the top down, flat to start and then joined in the round at front when neckline shaping is complete. Remainder of the sweater is worked in the round. Please slip all markers as you come to them throughout the pattern. Suggested ease is 2-4”/5-10 cm of positive ease.
Willard Mini is the perfect staple adventuring sweater with a twist- unisex, cozy, and perfect for helping your little face whatever weather autumn throws their way!
Techniques to Adventure With: -knitting -purling -casting on -binding off -increasing -making an I-cord -picking up stitches
Willard Mini Knitted Sweater by Alicia Plummer
What is Being Made
The Willard Mini is a top-down knitted sweater designed for children, available in five sizes with finished chest measurements ranging from 24 inches (61 cm) to 32 inches (81 cm). This beginner-friendly knitting project creates a classic pullover sweater with a fitted neckline and body worked primarily in the round.
Knitting Techniques Used
The Willard Mini employs a top-down construction method, beginning with flat knitting for the initial neckline shaping before transitioning to circular knitting. The sweater is worked in the round for the majority of the body, which creates a seamless garment and allows for efficient stitch management. The pattern incorporates neckline shaping during the flat section, then joins the front and back pieces to continue in the round once the neckline is complete. This technique is ideal for beginners as it allows for easy try-ons during construction and minimizes finishing work.
Stitches and Stitch Details
The primary stitch used throughout the Willard Mini is stockinette stitch, worked on the larger needles at a gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches (10 cm). The pattern requires careful stitch marker placement and management, with five stitch markers used throughout to track pattern repeats and shaping points. Knitters must slip all markers as they are encountered during knitting to maintain pattern integrity.
Yarn and Materials
- Yarn: Julie Asselin Nurtured, 100% fine wool in aran weight
- Yardage: 450 to 850 yards (411 to 777 meters) depending on size, with approximately 130 yards per 56-gram skein
- Needles: US 8 (5 mm) and US 6 (4 mm) circular needles, 24 inches (61 cm) long, plus coordinating double-pointed needles (DPNs)
- Additional Notions: Five stitch markers, stitch holders or spare yarn for holding stitches, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Pattern Details and Fit
The Willard Mini is designed with 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 cm) of positive ease, providing a comfortable, slightly relaxed fit suitable for children's wear. The downloadable PDF pattern includes complete instructions for all five sizes, making it accessible for knitters working on various scales. The use of two needle sizes—the larger for the main fabric and smaller for ribbed sections—creates proper tension and structure in the finished garment.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | alicia plum |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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