Chunky Sheep Sweater

Discover a delightful knitting pattern for a Chunky Sweater designed for children aged 4 to 11 years, featuring adorable fluffy sheep on both the front and back. This vibrant chunky sweater is knitted with soft Chunky (12 ply) yarn, allowing it to grow quickly and become a favorite for kids in no time. The pattern includes a large, color-coded intarsia chart that makes following the sheep design a breeze, ensuring a fun knitting experience for all skill levels.

YARN

For this charming chunky sweater, you can use any Chunky yarn (12 ply) as long as it matches the required tension specified below. The example garment is beautifully knitted using Stylecraft Special Chunky in Duck Egg (1820), Black (1002), and King Cole Cuddles Chunky in White (350) for a lovely appearance that kids will adore.

Garment Tension: Achieve the perfect fit with a tension of 14 stitches and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch using 6mm needles.

Suggested Needles: A pair of 5 mm (UK6 - USA8) needles for ribbing and a pair of 6 mm (UK4 - USA10) needles for the main body of the sweater. This combination helps achieve a cozy and comfortable fit for your little ones.

This easy and quick design makes it simple for knitters of all experience levels to create. The pattern is thoughtfully organized with color-coded sizes tailored for children aged 4 to 11 years, making it a versatile choice for parents and gift-givers. With the included large, full-page colored intarsia chart for the sheep, you’ll enjoy every stitch as you create a memorable and stylish piece that’s perfect for any occasion.

Start your knitting adventure today and bring warmth, comfort, and playful style to the children in your life with this unique Chunky Sweater pattern featuring fluffy sheep!