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Edmond Sweater

"Looking for the perfect knitting project for your little one? This striped kid sweater pattern is a cozy and colorful option that’s fun to make and easy to wear! Designed with comfort and simplicity in mind, this sweater uses soft cotton yarn and features classic garter stitch for a squishy, textured finish. The loose, relaxed fit makes it ideal for layering throughout the year, whether your child is crawling, playing, or heading off to school. This pattern is beginner friendly and includes sizes from 3 months to 16 years, so you can make one for every kid in the family! With simple shaping, 2x2 ribbing at the cuffs and hem, and cheerful stripes to customize in your favorite colors, it’s a joyful knit that works up quickly. Best of all, the full pattern is free on the blog, so grab your needles and let’s get started on a handmade sweater your kid will love to wear! /PATTERN DETAILS • Striped kid sweater • 3 months to 16 yo • Garter stitch • Perfect for cotton yarn • Loose comfy fit • Beginner friendly • 2x2 ribbing • Free on the blog /MATERIALS • 4 mm / US 6 knitting needles. Note: The entire sweater can be worked on straight needles. All pieces are worked flat. Notes to adjust the collar to be worked in rows are also provided. • Rosarios Atlântico (worsted weight 4, 80% Cotton, 20% Lyocell, 100g / 3.5 Oz, 180m / 196 yd): 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) skein in yellow 05 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) skein in green 11 1 (1, 1, 1, 1) (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins in blue 15 Note: Although classified as a worsted weight category 4 yarn by the company, it is closer to a category 3 DK weight yarn to me. • Tapestry needle to weave in the ends • Stitch marker • 2 x 21-mm leather covered buttons"
Knitting Needle Size6 or 4 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)
Materials List
- Yarn: Worsted/Aran 4
- Needles: 4 mm / US 6 knitting needles
- 2 x 21-mm leather covered buttons
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends
- Stitch marker