Product Description
Every fantastic child deserves an equally fantastic sweater. Phoebe Fantastic is a fun, oversized sweater that’s perfect for colder weather. Any child will love the snuggly feel and vintage inspired look. You’ll love the fact that the top-down design means no seaming is required, while worsted weight yarn makes it a quick project.
Technique Crochet
Skill Level Easy
Pattern is written for size 2 with changes for (4, 6, 8) in parentheses.
Finished Measurements 23 (25.5, 28, 28.75) inch circumference at bust and 12.5 (12.75, 14.75 16.5) inches long
Materials Worsted weight yarn 320 (320, 480, 480) yds MC, 160 (320, 320, 320) yds CC
Sample size 2 made in Spud & Chloe Sweater 55% superwash wool, 45% organic cotton (3.5 oz [100 g], 160 yd [146 m]) per skein: 2 skeins #7501 Popsicle (MC), 1 skein #7504 Teal (CC)
J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size need to obtain gauge
4 stitch markers
Yarn needle
**Pattern pdf updated 12/9/12. For those who do
Phoebe Fantastic Sweater by Lindsey Stephens
What is Being Made
The Phoebe Fantastic Sweater is a children's crocheted pullover sweater designed with a vintage-inspired aesthetic and an intentionally oversized fit. This top-down construction garment is suitable for colder weather and is crafted to provide a snuggly, comfortable feel for children. The sweater is available in four sizes with finished bust circumferences of 23, 25.5, 28, and 28.75 inches, and corresponding lengths of 12.5, 12.75, 14.75, and 16.5 inches.
Crochet Techniques and Construction
This pattern employs a top-down construction method, which is a significant advantage for garment makers as it eliminates the need for seaming. Working from the neckline downward allows for easier fitting adjustments and a seamless final product. The worsted weight yarn and straightforward construction make this an efficient project that works up relatively quickly compared to lighter weight yarn alternatives.
Stitches and Pattern Details
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern description, the design is classified as Easy skill level, indicating that the stitchwork uses fundamental crochet techniques accessible to beginners and intermediate crocheters. The pattern includes the use of stitch markers (four are required) to help track pattern repeats and shaping throughout the construction process.
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The Phoebe Fantastic Sweater is designed for worsted weight yarn, which provides excellent drape and durability for children's garments. Yarn requirements vary by size:
- Sizes 2 and 4: 320 yards main color (MC), 160 yards contrasting color (CC)
- Sizes 6 and 8: 480 yards main color (MC), 320 yards contrasting color (CC)
The sample size 2 was created using Spud & Chloe Sweater yarn, a blend of 55% superwash wool and 45% organic cotton. Each skein contains 3.5 ounces (100 grams) and yields 160 yards (146 meters). The sample used 2 skeins in #7501 Popsicle for the main color and 1 skein in #7504 Teal for the contrasting color accents.
Tools and Gauge
A J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook is recommended, though the pattern notes that hook size should be adjusted as needed to obtain proper gauge. Accurate gauge is essential for achieving the finished measurements specified in the pattern. A yarn needle is required for weaving in ends upon completion.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Lindsey Stephens |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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