Key Cardigan Junior This colourful and modern raglan cardigan is knitted from the top down in a two-colour stripe pattern, making it a fun and engaging project for knitters who enjoy stranded colourwork. The neckline is shaped using German short rows, while the body is worked flat and sleeves are knit in the round. The Key Cardigan Junior includes ribbed plackets with neat buttonholes and a comfortable fit designed with approximately 25 cm of positive ease. Perfect for children aged 1 to 12, it's a versatile, playful knit that combines structure with softness. Size Chart Measurement (cm) 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 6-7 7-8 8-9 9-10 10-11 11-12 Bust circumference 72 76 80 84 84 88 88 92 96 100 104 Finished Length (Mid Back) 36 38 42 43 45 48 49 50 52 53 54 Yarn Requirements Yarn 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 6-7 7-8 8-9 9-10 10-11 11-12 Main Colour (Peer Gynt - 91m/50g) 273 364 364 364–455 455 455 455 546 546 546 637 Stripe Colour (Peer Gynt - 91m/50g) 182 182 273 273 273 364 364 364 455 455 546 Alternative yarns: 8ply Project Details Needles: 3.0 mm, 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm circular and DPNs (or use Magic Loop) Tension: 20 sts x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm in colourwork and stockinette on 4 mm needles Notions: 6 buttons (Ø 18–20 mm), stitch markers, tapestry needle Size Guide: Designed with approx. 25 cm of positive ease. Choose a size based on actual chest measurement and adjust length as needed. Difficulty: ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 out of 5)