Easy Tunic Knitting Pattern (K493)
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NATURALLY K493 EASY TUNIC KNITTING PATTERN
An easy-fitting little tunic with a flared lower edge, grown-on short sleeves and a textured upper panel.
Pattern overview: The back and front are knitted flat from the lower edge. Decreases shape the flared body before a twisted-stitch section begins; stitches are then increased and cast on to form the short grown-on sleeves. The shoulders and sleeve edges are seamed, and a picked-up ribbed neckband completes the tunic. A confident-beginner to intermediate project with simple shaping, a left-twist texture and finishing.
Sizes and finished measurements
| Age | 6 months | 9–12 months | 18 months | 2 years | 3 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit chest (cm) | 43 | 46 | 49 | 53 | 58.5 |
| Finished chest (cm) | 50 | 53 | 57 | 61 | 67 |
| Lower-edge circumference (cm) | 66 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 88 |
| Length to shoulder (cm) | 26 | 34 | 38 | 42 | 48 |
Yarn requirements
Allowances are approximate and have been converted from the authorised pattern using the stated yarn metreage.
| Item | 6 months | 9–12 months | 18 months | 2 years | 3 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunic – metres | 300 | 300 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
Recommended yarn: Sesia Batik 10ply (75m per 50g).
Pattern details
- Yarn weight: 10ply
- Strand count: one strand throughout
- Needles: 4mm and 4.5mm straight needles
- Notions: stitch holders and markers
- Gauge: 20 stitches and 26 rows to 10cm in stocking stitch on 4.5mm needles
This listing is for the knitting pattern only, not a finished garment.