Striped Sweater & Hat in Baby Haven 4ply & Classic DK/8ply Description The Striped Sweater & Hat is an intermediate-level knitting project designed using Baby Haven 4ply and Classic DK/8ply yarns. This charming set is perfect for babies and toddlers, featuring a cozy sweater and a matching hat that are both stylish and comfortable. The project is suitable for children aged newborn to 4 years. Tension 4ply: 28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch, using 3.25mm needles. DK/8ply: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch, using 4.00mm needles. Size Materials and Measurements Note: Quantities are approximate as they vary between knitters. Needle Sizes 4ply: 3mm & 3.25mm (US 2-3) knitting needles. DK/8ply: 3.75mm & 4.00mm (US 5-6) knitting needles. Stitch holders, markers, and 1 button. Instructions Overview 4ply Sweater Back & Front: Worked flat in pieces, featuring a combination of ribbing, garter stitch, and stocking stitch with regular color changes to create stripes. Sleeves: The sleeves are knit separately, alternating between colors to match the sweater. Neckband: The neckband is picked up and knitted after assembling the shoulders, incorporating ribbing for a snug fit. Buttonband: Includes a small buttonhole on the right front for easy fastening. 4ply Hat Body: The hat is worked flat in stocking stitch with stripes matching the sweater. Shaping: Decreases are used to shape the crown, and the hat is seamed at the back. DK/8ply Version The DK/8ply version follows the same structure as the 4ply version but uses larger needles and fewer stitches. Stitch Patterns Stocking Stitch (St st): Knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side. Garter Stitch: Knit every row. Finishing Seams: Use mattress stitch to join the shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hat seams. Sew the button to the front of the sweater. Blocking: Block the pieces to the specified measurements before assembly. Designer Naturally Yarn Size 4ply and DK/8ply Recommended Yarn Baby Haven 4ply and Classic DK/8ply Notions Stitch holders, markers, 1 button
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