Crucci Double Stranded Baby Sweater Top-Down Knitting Pattern – CRU2323 Create a cosy little sweater with this Crucci Double Stranded Baby Sweater knitting pattern, designed for either Crucci Sock Yarn 4ply held double or Crucci 8ply Pure Wool held single. This intermediate baby sweater pattern is worked top down in the round, with raglan shaping, short-row back neck shaping, ribbed trims, and a comfortable fit for babies from newborn to 24 months. The double-stranded 4ply option creates playful colour blending by combining one patterned yarn with one solid yarn, while the 8ply pure wool option offers a classic single-strand alternative. A practical and satisfying project for knitters who enjoy seamless-style baby garments, circular knitting, and soft everyday handmade layers. Why knitters will love this pattern Top-down baby sweater with raglan shaping Two yarn options included: 4ply held double or 8ply held single Designed for sizes 0 to 24 months Short-row back neck shaping for a better baby fit Ribbed neckband, hem, and cuffs Great for colourful sock yarn combinations A cosy handmade baby knit for gifting or everyday wear Sizes Size 0 months 3 months 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months To fit chest 38cm 40.5cm 43cm 45.5cm 48cm 50.5cm Actual size approx. at underarm 44cm 47cm 51cm 54cm 58cm 61cm Length approx. 26cm 27.5cm 30.5cm 33.5cm 34.5cm 34.5cm Sleeve length 14cm 15cm 18cm 23cm 24cm 25.5cm Yarn requirements Option 1: Crucci Sock Yarn 4ply held double Size Patterned Yarn Solid Yarn Total quantity Approx. total metres required 0 months 1 x 100g ball / 400m 1 x 100g ball / 400m 2 balls 800m 3 months 1 x 100g ball / 400m 1 x 100g ball / 400m 2 balls 800m 6 months 1 x 100g ball / 400m 1 x 100g ball / 400m 2 balls 800m 12 months 1 x 100g ball / 400m 1 x 100g ball / 400m 2 balls 800m 18 months 2 x 100g balls / 800m 2 x 100g balls / 800m 4 balls 1,600m 24 months 2 x 100g balls / 800m 2 x 100g balls / 800m 4 balls 1,600m Option 2: Crucci 8ply Pure Wool held single Size Yarn Quantity Approx. metres required 0 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 3 x 50g balls 300m 3 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 3 x 50g balls 300m 6 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 3 x 50g balls 300m 12 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 4 x 50g balls 400m 18 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 4 x 50g balls 400m 24 months Crucci 8ply Pure Wool 5 x 50g balls 500m Quantities are approximate and may vary between knitters. Needles and notions 3.50mm circular knitting needle 4.00mm circular knitting needle DPNs in 3.50mm and 4.00mm sizes, if preferred for sleeves 5 stitch markers, including 1 start-of-round marker Waste yarn Yarn needle Needle lengths depend on your preferred method of small-circumference circular knitting. For magic loop, use 80cm or 100cm circular needles. Otherwise, use 30cm and 40cm circular needles for the body and DPNs for the sleeves. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 4.00mm needles. Skill level Intermediate Techniques used This pattern includes working in the round, top-down sweater construction, raglan increases, short-row back neck shaping, M1R and M1L increases, purl-side increases, separating sleeves from body, backward loop cast-on, sleeve decreases, ribbing, stocking stitch, and casting off loosely in rib. Add this Crucci baby sweater pattern to your knitting collection and create a colourful, cosy top-down knit for little ones.
