Dag & Dagmar
Welcome to our delightful pattern for Dag and Dagmar, two charming knitted garments designed for children, worked seamlessly in the round from the bottom up. Dag and Dagmar feature unique necklines; Dag sports a classic higher crew neck, while Dagmar embraces a more relaxed, wider neckline, making them perfect for various styles and occasions.
Immerse yourself in the knitting experience as you create these beautiful pieces. The sleeves are knitted separately before being joined to work a stunning circular yoke. One of the key benefits of this pattern is that decreases are cleverly worked during the purl rounds. This technique ensures that the decreases remain virtually invisible, giving your finished garment a polished look.
These garments are available in sizes for children aged 1 (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) years, but we recommend selecting the size based on actual measurements rather than solely on age.
MEASURES:
Chest: 19 (21.5, 23.75, 26.25, 27.5, 28.75) inches. The design is intended to fit with approximately 1-inch positive ease, allowing for a comfortable and relaxed fit as your child wears it.
GAUGE
Achieve a gauge of 19.5 stitches over four inches in garter stitch. Although row gauge is not critical, be sure to knit to the given measurements for optimal results.
YARN
Crafted using Blue Sky Alpacas Skinny Cotton (150 yards per 65-gram skein), this pattern offers flexibility for creativity. For the solid version, you will need 2 (3, 4, 4, 5, 6) skeins. If you’re feeling adventurous, try the two-color version: for the yoke, use 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2) skeins, and for the body and sleeves, 1 (2, 2, 2, 2, 3) skeins. For a stunning three-color version, the yoke requires 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2) skeins, and both the body and sleeves will need 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2) skeins each of two different colors.
This versatile pattern allows you to express your creativity while creating a timeless piece for any child. Perfect for both beginner and experienced knitters alike, Dag and Dagmar are sure to become wardrobe staples. Start your knitting journey today with this exciting and rewarding pattern!
