Description
1318 Tweedie Child’s Sweater – Knitting Pattern
Soft, stylish, and just a little bit rustic.
Designed especially for tweed and alpaca blend 4ply yarns like Tweedie Sox Easy Wash, this classic pullover is perfect for young ones who love comfort with a touch of texture. With gentle melange shades and a neat finish, the Tweedie Sweater is a go-to piece for chilly days and handmade charm.
🧶 Pattern Details:
– Skill Level: Intermediate
– Construction: Knit flat in pieces and sewn together
– Suggested Yarn: Tweedie Sox Easy Wash 4ply or similar alpaca/tweed blends
– Gauge: 26 sts x 34 rows over stocking stitch on 3mm needles
– Needles Required: 3mm and 2.5mm, or size to obtain tension
– Extras Needed: 2 stitch holders + tapestry wool needle
📏 Finished Measurements (approx.):
Years: 4 (6, 8, 10, 12/14)
– Chest: 68 (74, 78, 84, 95) cm
– Length to shoulder: 41 (45, 48, 52, 58) cm
– Sleeve length: 26 (30, 34, 38, 43) cm
– Underarm: 60 (65, 70, 75, 80) cm
🧵 Yarn Requirements:
2 (3, 3, 3, 4) balls of 4ply yarn (based on 387m per 100g)
Whether you're knitting for a child, tween, or teen, this well-shaped sweater makes for a timeless, handmade staple — and one they’ll want to wear again and again.