Dem Bones

Get ready for Halloween with this adorable and snug intarsia-fest spooky sweater, perfect for kids! Crafted with drop shoulders and a traditional crew neck, this design showcases an oversized casual fit that is both stylish and comfortable. The back of the sweater is kept plain, allowing for quicker knitting and a classic look. Let your little one embrace the spirit of the holiday in this delightful skeleton sweater that they’ll be excited to wear, and you’ll be thrilled to see them in it!

DIFFICULTY: Intermediate - This pattern incorporates techniques such as intarsia, duplicate stitch, and picking up stitches.

SIZES AVAILABLE: This pattern includes children’s sizes 2 Yrs [3 Yrs, 4 Yrs, 5 Yrs, 6 Yrs, 7 Yrs]. The model, Caoimhe, is 4.5 years old and is wearing the size 5 Yrs sweater.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: The sweater features a chest measurement of 25 [26, 27, 28, 29, 30] inches and a length of 15 [15.5, 16, 16.5, 17, 17.5] inches, making it a cozy fit for any young trick-or-treater.

EASE: Designed with an oversized feel, this pattern provides 4” to 6” of positive ease for a relaxed and comfortable appearance.

MATERIALS REQUIRED: To create this spooky sweater, you'll need [MC] Caron Simply Soft yarn (100% acrylic; 315 yards/288 meters per 6oz/170g skein) in color Black, 9727; a total of 2 [2, 2, 2, 3, 3] skeins and [CC] Caron Simply Soft yarn in color White, 9701; requiring 1 skein for all sizes.

Additional materials include one pair of US 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles and one US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needle.

GAUGE: Achieve a gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch to ensure a perfect fit.

Join the fun this Halloween season by knitting this whimsical sweater that will keep your child warm and festive! Whether for trick-or-treating or festive gatherings, this knitted piece will be a hit!