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Apy Men's Sweater Knitting Pattern

"Knitting a beautiful cardigan for your little one is a rewarding project, and this free pattern is perfect for creating a charming and practical layer for girls of all ages. This cardigan features delicate eyelet details along the cuffs, collar, hem, and sides, adding a touch of elegance to a cozy, everyday piece. Designed for sizes ranging from 3 months to 14 years, it's a versatile pattern that can grow with your child, making it a go-to knit for years to come. Made with worsted-weight yarn, this cardigan provides warmth without being too bulky, making it ideal for layering in any season. The three-button closure at the top keeps it secure while allowing for easy movement, making it perfect to wear over dresses or casual outfits. Whether you're knitting for a baby or an older girl, this design is timeless, stylish, and practical. You can view this baby girl cardigan knitting pattern free on my blog. /PATTERN DETAILS • Baby and girl cardigan knitting pattern • Cute eyelet details around all edges (cuffs, collar, bottom and sides) • Sizes 3 months to 14 years • Worsted weight • 3 button closure at the top → easy to wear over dresses too • Free on the blog /MATERIALS • 4.5 mm/ US 7 circular knitting needles. • Caron Simply Soft (Worsted weight, 100% acrylic, 288m/315yd, 170g) in Country Blue colorway: 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) (4, 4, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins • Tapestry needle to weave in the ends • 4 Stitch markers • 2 stitch holders (you can use interchangeable needle cables or pieces of scrap yarn to hold the sleeve stitches while you work on the body) /SIZE The baby/kid sweater knitting pattern is available in the following sizes: 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years, 10 years, 12 years, 14 years and 16 years. Sizes are noted throughout the pattern in the following way: 3 (6, 12, 18, 24) months (4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14,16) years. The pictures illustrate the 18 months. Final garment measurements are: Bust measurement: 50 (51, 53, 57, 62) (67, 72, 76, 80, 84, 89, 91) cm / 19.75 (20, 21, 22.25, 24.5) (26.25, 28.5, 29.75, 31.5, 33.25, 35, 35.75)” Sleeve length: 17 (18, 21, 22, 23) (28, 31, 33, 36, 40, 42, 44) cm / 6.75 (7, 8.25, 8.5, 9) (11, 12.25, 13, 14.25, 15.75, 16.5, 17.25)” Total length: 21 (23, 25, 28, 30) (35, 38, 44, 49, 52, 55, 57) cm / 8 (9, 10, 11, 12) (13.75, 14.75, 17.25, 19.5, 20.5, 21.75, 22.5)” You can easily adjust the length to your desired length, just try on the cardigan before the final eyelet border and add / remove rounds."
Knitting Needle Size7 or 4.5 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Materials List
- Yarn: Worsted/Aran
- Needles: 4.5 mm/ US 7 circular knitting needles
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends
- 4 Stitch markers
- 2 stitch holders
- 3 x 15mm buttons
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