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Fairy sweater
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Cascade Yarns Yarns Heritage
Living Coral (5750)
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Debbie Bliss Rialto 4 Ply
Speedwell Blue (60)
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× £6.50
Lang Yarns Merino 150
466
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× £5.99
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Product Description
This sweater has a double neckline and is knitted top down in one piece. It is loose fitted, but not oversized, making it comfortable to wear for the little ones.
NEEDLES: US 1.5 / 2.5 mm DPNs for ribbing sleeve. US 1.5 / 2.5 mm needle 12 or 16 “/ 30 or 40 cm for ribbing neck. US 1.5 / 2.5 mm circular needle 24 “/ 60 cm for ribbing body. US 2.5 / 3.0 mm circular needle 24 “/ 60 cm for body and Yoke. US 2.5 / 3.0 mm DPNs for sleeves.
YARDAGE: MC (Main Color): 495, (525, 580, 645), 710 Yd. / 450, (480, 530, 590), 650 m. CC1 (Pink color): 82, (87, 92, 98), 98 Yd. / 75, (80, 85, 90), 90 m. CC2 (Purple color): 109, (120, 131, 142), 158 Yd. / 100, (110, 120, 130), 145 m.
GAUGE: 27 sts x 32 rows = 4 x 4 “/ 10 x 10 cm in st st on larger size needles. Blocked
Fairy Sweater by Aida Sofie Knits
What is Being Made
The Fairy sweater is a children's pullover featuring a mystical fairy motif with fairies dancing in a circle around the garment. This top-down knitted design includes a distinctive double neckline and is constructed in one continuous piece. The sweater is designed with a loose, comfortable fit that is not oversized, making it ideal for children to wear comfortably throughout the day.
Construction Method and Techniques
This sweater is knitted from the top down in a single piece, a technique that allows for easy fitting adjustments and seamless construction. The top-down method begins at the neckline and progresses downward to the body and sleeves, eliminating the need for seaming. The garment features a double neckline detail that adds visual interest and comfort at the neck opening.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns Used
The primary stitch used throughout the sweater is stockinette stitch (st st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric surface. Ribbing is incorporated at the neckline, cuffs, and hem to provide elasticity and a finished appearance. The pattern includes yoke shaping to create proper sleeve cap fit and body shaping for a well-proportioned garment.
Materials and Gauge Information
Yarn Weight: The pattern calls for fingering weight yarn (4-ply). The sample sweater was knitted using Sandnes Tynn merinoull, a premium merino wool yarn. Any fingering weight yarn that achieves the correct gauge is suitable for this project.
Gauge: The pattern specifies a gauge of 27 stitches by 32 rows over a 4 x 4 inch (10 x 10 cm) square in stockinette stitch on the larger needles, measured after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished size.
Needles Required
- US 1.5 / 2.5 mm small circular needles or double-pointed needles (DPNs) for ribbing on sleeves
- US 1.5 / 2.5 mm circular needle in 12 or 16 inch (30 or 40 cm) length for ribbing the neckline
- US 1.5 / 2.5 mm circular needle in 24 inch (60 cm) length for ribbing the body
- US 2.5 / 3.0 mm circular needle in 24 inch (60 cm) length for knitting the body and yoke
- US 2.5 / 3.0 mm small circular needles or double-pointed needles (DPNs) for knitting the sleeves
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters who have mastered basic techniques and are ready to tackle more complex construction methods such as top-down seamless knitting and colorwork integration.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Featured Products: | Cascade Yarns Yarns Heritage Debbie Bliss Rialto 4 Ply Lang Yarns Merino 150 |
| Pages: | 18 |
| Designer: | Aida Sofie Knits |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, Norwegian |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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