A satisfying knit for kids, with a circular yoke. Worked in the round for a perfect fit. Construction Knit in pieces from the bottom up, then joined. Short rows and raglan decreases are used to start the yoke and sleeve shaping, with the final sections joined to knit the yoke and neckband in the round. Primarily in stocking stitch, with ribbing at band and cuffs. Tension 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 3.75mm needles. Suitable Yarns Most Bendigo Woollen Mills 8 ply yarns would suit this pattern. (Equivalent yarns: DK or Light Worsted). Accessories 3.75 and 4.50mm pair & 3.75 and 4.50 long circular needles (for Yoke and Neckband), 4 stitch-holders. Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging) 3 out of 5 sheep. About Difficulty RatingsTechniques you'll be employing - knitting in the round (for the yoke), short rows, picking up stitches, decreasing at end of rows & decreasing at mid rows for yoke. Fit & Related Yarn Requirements Approximate age (years) 2 4 6 8 10 12 Finished Chest Size cm 62 70 74 78 86 90 200g balls 8 ply 1 1 1 1 2 2 Samples shown in Nurture 8 ply shade Fairytale, Calypso 8 ply shade Cornflower (no longer available), and Party Mix Cotton 8 ply shade Popsicle
