Kids Contrast Cardigan - Knitting Pattern | PT 8691
So cute in contrast colours, the Kids Contrast Cardigan is a fun wardrobe staple in Spring Cotton 8 ply for kids 2-12.
Construction
Worked in pieces, bottom-up, with set-in sleeves. Buttonbands picked up and added at end before seaming.
Tension
22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4.50mm needles.
Suitable Yarns
This pattern is designed for Spring Cotton 8 ply. Any of our 8 ply (DK/Light Worsted equivalent) yarns could be used with this pattern but will give a different result.
Accessories
1 pair each 3.75mm and 4.50mm knitting needles or size needles to give correct tension, 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6) buttons.
Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging)
2 out of 5 sheep. About Difficulty Ratings
Techniques you'll be employing
Working through back loop, buttonholes, picking up stitches for bands.
Fit & Related Yarn Requirements
Age (approx) | years | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
To Fit Chest Size (cm) | 55 | 60 | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | |
Finished Chest Size (cm) | 61 | 66 | 72 | 77 | 83 | 88 | |
Body Length (cm) | 32 | 36 | 40 | 45 | 49 | 53 | |
Sleeve Length (cm) | 20 | 23 | 28 | 31 | 34 | 37 | |
Required Number of Balls (8 ply 200g) | x Spring Cotton 8 ply MC | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
x Spring Cotton 8 ply CC | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Knitted samples pictured in: Spring Cotton Crush 8 ply Blue Waters and Soft Sage.
Try this pattern in 7 new limited shades of our Spring Cotton Crush 8 ply - our favourite Cotton base with a hint of Lycra for elasticity and a springy texture, now in a delicious palette of soft shades. Stocks strictly limited. Shop Yarn
