Preston - Child’s cable and rice stitch jumper
Unleash your creativity with this charming child’s 8ply/DK crew neck jumper, expertly designed with intricate cables and delightful rice stitch patterns. While I have chosen to use two eye-catching colours—light blue and royal blue—for this vibrant design, you have the flexibility to knit it in a single colour if that suits your taste better.
Our pattern is available in a range of sizes to fit children aged 2, 4, 6, and 8 years, making it a versatile option for all your little ones. The jumper is designed to fit chest sizes of 55 cm (21¾ inches), 60 cm (23½ inches), 65 cm (25½ inches), and 70 cm (27½ inches). The actual measurements of the completed garment will be 63 cm (25 inches), 69 cm (27 inches), 74 cm (29 inches), and 79 cm (31 inches), ensuring a comfortable fit.
With a length of 40 cm (15¾ inches), 44 cm (17¼ inches), 48 cm (19 inches), or 52 cm (20½ inches), this jumper is perfect for layering in cooler weather. For this project, you will need 4 Seasons Marvel 8ply yarn, available in 100g balls with a generous 270m length. The yarn requirements are 2 balls of the first colour (light blue) and 2 balls of the second colour (royal blue).
To create this beautiful jumper, you will need a pair of 4.00mm [UK 8, US 6] knitting needles, as well as a 4.00mm [UK 8, US 6] circular knitting needle for added versatility in your knitting. Don't forget your wool needle for the finishing touches! Additionally, you will require a cable needle and 2 stitch holders to help manage your stitches as you progress through the pattern.
The tension for this project is 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using the 4.00mm needles, ensuring consistency and quality in your knitting. This fun and engaging pattern is rated as intermediate, perfect for knitters ready to take their skills to the next level.
Please note that this pattern is protected by copyright, and you do not have permission to copy or resell the pattern itself. However, you are welcome to sell the adorable knitted products you create from it! Dive into this delightful knitting adventure and create a cozy, stylish jumper that your child will love.
