Frankie Sweater Baby Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
Frankie Sweater Baby
The Frankie Sweater Baby is a soft and cozy striped sweater for babies, worked seamlessly from the top down. Featuring raglan increases and short-row neck shaping, the construction allows for a comfortable fit and easy dressing. The narrow stripe pattern can be knit in multiple colours or with a single contrast for a classic look. The sleeves are worked in the round using double-pointed needles or the Magic Loop technique, making this a seamless and stylish wardrobe staple for little ones.
Size Chart
| Size (months) | 0–1 | 1–2 | 2–4 | 4–6 | 6–9 | 9–12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest Circumference (cm) | 49cm | 51cm | 53cm | 57cm | 60cm | 62cm |
| Length (cm) | 23cm | 24cm | 26cm | 27cm | 29cm | 31cm |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 10cm | 11cm | 13cm | 15cm | 17cm | 18cm |
Designed with approx. 10–12 cm [4–4¾"] of positive ease.
Yarn Requirements (in meters)
| Yarn Option | 0–1 | 1–2 | 2–4 | 4–6 | 6–9 | 9–12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Colour | ||||||
| Cashmere Classic (112 m/25g) | 224 | 224 | 224 | 336 | 336 | 336 |
| Mandarin Naturell (130 m/50g) | 260 | 260 | 260 | 260 | 390 | 390 |
| Duo by Sandnes Garn (115 m/50g) | 230 | 230 | 230 | 345 | 345 | 345 |
| Stripe Colour | ||||||
| Cashmere Classic (112 m/25g) | 45 | 54 | 63 | 76 | 90 | 99 |
| Mandarin Naturell (130 m/50g) | 47 | 55 | 62 | 78 | 91 | 99 |
| Duo by Sandnes Garn (115 m/50g) | 48 | 55 | 62 | 79 | 92 | 101 |
Stripe colour estimates are approximate. Yarn quantities reflect total meterage required.
Project Details
Needles
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3.5 mm [US 4] circular needles – 40 cm and 60 cm
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3.5 mm [US 4] double-pointed needles or use Magic Loop
Tension
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23 sts × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch (after blocking)
Notions
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Stitch markers, tapestry needle
Skill Level
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★ ★ ★ (Intermediate – 3 out of 5)
Construction
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Top-down seamless construction
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Raglan increases and short-row neck shaping
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Sleeves knit in the round
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Striped body and sleeves, worked in either multicolour or single contrast