A knitted jumper pattern for kids aged 2 - 12, in Cotton 8 ply yarn with drop sleeves.
Construction
Knit from bottom up in pieces, seamed, with bands added at end. Drop shoulders.
Tension
22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4.00mm needles.
Suitable Yarns
This pattern is written for Cotton 8 ply.
Accessories
1 pair each 3.25mm and 4.00mm knitting needles and a 3.25mm circular needle, 2 stitch-holders
Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging)

2 out of 5 sheep About Difficulty Ratings
Techniques you'll be employing
Increasing and decreasing, picking up stitches, knitting in the round (neckband), M1 (make one) increasing.
Fit & Related Yarn Requirements
| Years approx |
|
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
| To fit chest |
cm |
55 |
60 |
65 |
70 |
75 |
80 |
| Finished chest size |
cm |
61 |
66 |
71 |
76 |
81 |
86 |
| Body length |
cm |
31 |
35 |
39 |
43 |
47 |
50 |
| Sleeve Length |
cm |
23 |
28 |
33 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
| Yarn requirements |
x 200g balls Cotton 8 ply
|
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
Shown in Cotton 8 ply Blue Ice and Watermelon.