Lark
The Lark Boy’s Sweater is a beautifully crafted knitting pattern designed for seamless construction, working from the bottom up. This unique and stylish sweater is perfect for young boys, making it an ideal project for knitters looking to create a cozy garment that combines comfort and fashion.
You will need: – yarn: Quince and Co. Lark (100% merino wool, 50 g – 123 m) or Mondial Superwool (100% merino wool, 50 g – 125 m) – circular knitting needles in sizes 3.25 mm (US3) and 4.5 mm (US7), or alternative sizes to achieve your desired gauge. Additionally, you will need stitch markers, a cable needle, a tapestry needle, and either a stitch holder or waste yarn to keep your project organized.
Sizes: The Lark Boy’s Sweater comes in various sizes to accommodate different ages: 12 months with a back width of 25 cm (9.85”) requiring a total of 200 g (7 oz) of yarn; 18–24 months with a back width of 26 cm (10.25”) needing 230 g (8.11 oz); 3 years with a back width of 28 cm (11”) utilizing 300 g (10.58 oz); 4 years with a back width of 29 cm (11.42”) using 320 g (11.3 oz); 5 years with a back width of 30.5 cm (12”) requiring 350 g (12.35 oz); 6–7 years with a back width of 32 cm (12.6”) needing 400 g (14.11 oz); 8–9 years with a back width of 33 cm (13”) utilizing 450 g (15.9 oz); 10–12 years with a back width of 36 cm (14.2”) requiring 500 g (17.64 oz); and finally, 12–14 years with a back width of 40 cm (15.75”) needing 550 g (19.4 oz).
Difficulty level: This pattern is rated as Medium difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience. Skills required include casting on (co), knit (k), purl two together (p2tog), purl (p), purl front and back (pfb), bind off (bo), knitting in the round on circular needles, stockinette stitch (st st) in the round, and executing short rows with wrap and turn (w&t). Additionally, you will work with simple cables and techniques such as right lifted increase (RLI) and left lifted increase (LLI).
The Lark Boy’s Sweater is not only a practical addition to any child's wardrobe but also a wonderful opportunity to enhance your knitting skills. Create lasting memories as you knit this adorable sweater that will keep your little one warm and stylish through many seasons.
