Bold cables for kids aged 2-10, knit in your favourite 8 ply yarn, creating a warm and snuggly jumper that's sure to be a modern classic.
Construction
Knit in pieces from the bottom up, seamed, then picking up stitches to knit neckband in the round. Set-in sleeves with cable detail.
Tension
25 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over cable pattern using 4.50mm needles.
Suitable Yarns
Shown in Whisper 8 ply. This pattern is suitable for any of our 8 ply wool yarns like Luxury 8 ply or Classic 8 ply. (Equivalent yarns: DK or Light Worsted).
Accessories
1 pair each 3.75mm and 4.50mm knitting needles and a 3.75mm circular needle for neckband, or size needles to give correct tension, 2 stitch-holders, cable needle.
Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging)
4 out of 5 sheep. About Difficulty Ratings
Techniques you'll be employing
Shaping while keeping pattern correct. Knitting up stitches around neck. Cable pattern includes C6F and C6B.
Fit & Related Yarn Requirements
| Years approx |
|
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
| To fit chest |
cm |
55 |
60 |
65 |
70 |
75 |
| Finished chest size |
cm |
60 |
65 |
70 |
75 |
80 |
| Body length |
cm |
33 |
37 |
41 |
45 |
49 |
| Sleeve Length |
cm |
23 |
28 |
33 |
38 |
40 |
| Yarn requirements |
x 200g balls Whisper 8 ply, Luxury 8 ply or Classic 8 ply.
|
2 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
Shown in Whisper 8 ply Spruce