Kids Contrast Cardigan - Knitting Pattern | PT 8691

So cute in contrast colours, the Kids Contrast Cardigan is a fun wardrobe staple in Spring Cotton 8 ply for kids 2-12.

Construction

Worked in pieces, Bottom up, with set-in sleeves. Buttonbands picked up and added at end before seaming.

Tension

22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4.50mm needles.

Suitable Yarns

This pattern is designed for Spring Cotton 8 ply. Any of our 8 ply (DK/Light Worsted equivalent) yarns could be used with this pattern but will give a different result.

Accessories

1 pair each 3.75mm and 4.50mm knitting needles or size needles to give correct tension, 5 (5, 5, 6, 6, 6) buttons.

Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging)

2 out of 5 sheep. About Difficulty Ratings

Techniques you'll be employing

Working through back loop, buttonholes, picking up stitches for bands.

Fit & Related Yarn Requirements

Age (approx)	years	2	4	6	8	10	12
To Fit Chest Size (cm)		55	60	65	70	75	80
Finished Chest Size (cm)		61	66	72	77	83	88
Body Length (cm)		32	36	40	45	49	53
Sleeve Length (cm)		20	23	28	31	34	37
Required Number of Balls (8 ply 200g)	x Spring Cotton 8 ply MC	1	1	2	2	2	2
	x Spring Cotton 8 ply CC	1	1	1	1	1	1

Knitted samples pictured in: Spring Cotton Crush 8 ply Blue Waters and Soft Sage.