Zippity Raglan
Discover the perfect knitting project to create an easy crew-neck sweater designed for fast-growing toddlers and kids! This delightful sweater is knit from the top down, featuring decorative raglan shaping for a stylish touch. Its seamless design allows for quick and enjoyable knitting sessions, making it an ideal choice for busy parents looking to craft adorable garments for their little ones.
Sizes Available
12m (18m, 2, 4, 6, 8) – designed to fit a chest measurement of 18 (19, 21, 23, 25, 26½) inches, ensuring a comfortable and snug fit for various ages.
Finished Sweater Measurements
Chest: 21 (22, 24, 26, 27¾, 29¼) inches
Length: 11¼ (12, 13¼, 14¾, 16, 17) inches
Recommended Yarn
For this project, you will need DK weight yarn, with an approximate yardage of 330 (370, 430, 510, 590, 660) yards, depending on the size you choose. The size 2 sample is shown in Sweet Paprika Minuet, made of 100% superwash merino wool (100g/220 yds). You will require 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) skeins in the beautiful color Azul for this cozy creation.
Suggested Needles
This pattern calls for Size 6 (4mm) circular needles in two lengths: a 16" (40cm) circular needle and a 24" (60cm) circular needle. Additionally, you will need Size 6 (4mm) double-pointed needles to work the sleeves with ease.
Essential Notions
Gather your stitching supplies, including stitch markers, smooth waste yarn, and a yarn needle for weaving in those pesky ends, to complete your project successfully.
Gauge Information
Achieving the right gauge is crucial for a well-fitting sweater. The gauge for this pattern is 21 stitches and 30 rounds = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch worked in the round after wet blocking.
Additional Details
This pattern PDF is user-friendly, providing instructions in both English (pages 1-3) and French (pages 4-6) to accommodate a wider audience of avid knitters. Note: Le PDF comprend les versions anglaise (pages 1 à 3) et française (pages 4 à 6).
Start your next delightful knitting adventure with this quick crew-neck sweater pattern, perfect for keeping your children warm and stylish all season long!
