Niels Sweater Junior Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Niels Sweater Junior — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down sweater with short rows and increases shaping the upper back yoke. Pick up each shoulder, then the rest of the yoke; work body and sleeves in the round and finish with a folded ribbed neck edge incorporating double knitting.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished garment are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Approximately 18–20 cm positive ease.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 53 | 72 | 38 |
| 2–3 years | 54 | 74 | 40 |
| 3–4 years | 56 | 76 | 42 |
| 4–5 years | 57 | 78 | 44 |
| 5–6 years | 59 | 80 | 46 |
| 6–7 years | 62 | 82 | 48 |
| 7–8 years | 64 | 84 | 50 |
| 8–9 years | 68 | 88 | 52 |
| 9–10 years | 72 | 92 | 54 |
| 10–11 years | 75 | 94 | 56 |
| 11–12 years | 78 | 96 | 57 |
| 12–13 years | 80 | 98 | 58 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 20 stitches × 28 rows in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm circulars: 40, 60 and/or 80 cm; 3.5 mm circulars: 60 or 80 cm; 3 mm circular: 40 cm; 4 mm and 3.5 mm double-pointed needles, unless using Magic Loop.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5.
Stocked designer yarn options
Option 1
Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (metres) |
|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 546 m |
| 2–3 years | 546 m |
| 3–4 years | 546–637 m |
| 4–5 years | 637 m |
| 5–6 years | 637 m |
| 6–7 years | 728 m |
| 7–8 years | 728 m |
| 8–9 years | 819 m |
| 9–10 years | 819 m |
| 10–11 years | 910 m |
| 11–12 years | 910 m |
| 12–13 years | 1001 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt: 91 m per 50 g.
Option 2
Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Double Sunday (metres) |
|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 540 m |
| 2–3 years | 540 m |
| 3–4 years | 540–648 m |
| 4–5 years | 648 m |
| 5–6 years | 648 m |
| 6–7 years | 756 m |
| 7–8 years | 756 m |
| 8–9 years | 864 m |
| 9–10 years | 864 m |
| 10–11 years | 972 m |
| 11–12 years | 972 m |
| 12–13 years | 1080 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Double Sunday: 108 m per 50 g.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match both stitch and row gauge and check the fabric; adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose Junior’s size by age alone?
Check chest measurements as well. A child measuring 62 cm around the chest has 20 cm of room in the 82 cm size 6–7 years; adjust length if their height differs from the age guide.
Are Peer Gynt and Double Sunday used together?
No. They are separate single-strand designer options, each with its own quantities. Choose one column.