Happy Families Sweater

**Get 40% Off This Beautiful Girls Sweater Pattern Until December 16, 2013!** Create a charming girls' sweater featuring a delightful graphic on a front pocket that showcases a loving family group—mum, dad, and their baby. This adorable sweater is designed to be worked in the round from the bottom up, giving you a seamless finish that is perfect for little ones. The pocket front and the intricate colourwork are crafted flat, while the sleeves are effortlessly picked up and knit in the round from the top, ensuring an easy and enjoyable knitting experience. The unique rib pattern used is a stylish cable rib, adding texture and flair to this cozy piece. A chart is provided exclusively for the colourwork, making it simple for knitters to follow along and achieve beautiful results. **Sizes Available:** This pattern is designed for a range of sizes: 6 months (12 months, 2 years, 4 years), fitting chest measurements of 43 (48, 53.5, 58.5) cm (17 (19, 21, 23) in). The sweater is intentionally designed to be worn with 5 cm (2 in) of positive ease, ensuring comfort as your little one grows. Please note that the sweater shown in the photos is the 6-month size. **Materials Needed:** To create this lovely sweater, you'll need DK weight yarn in two colors. We recommend using wool, acrylic, or a wool/acrylic blend for the best results. Here’s the yarn requirement breakdown: - **Main Color (MC):** 290 [370, 450, 530] m (317 [405, 492, 580] yds) - **Contrast Color (CC):** 80 [100, 120, 140] m (87 [109, 131, 153] yds) Additionally, you'll need 3 buttons, each measuring 1.5 cm (0.5 in). **Equipment Required:** For this project, gather the following equipment: - 3.25 mm (US3) circular needle, 40 cm (16 in) long, along with double-pointed needles (dpns) or the size necessary to achieve the required gauge. - 4 mm (US6) circular needles (length not specified). Don't miss out on this fantastic offer! With 40% off until December 16, 2013, this pattern is perfect for both seasoned knitters and those just starting their knitting journey. Create a beautiful keepsake for the little girls in your life with this delightful sweater pattern. Happy knitting!