Rolled Edges Sweater Knitting Pattern (K3023)
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Rolled Edges Baby & Toddler Sweater – Naturally K3023
A relaxed stocking-stitch sweater with softly rolled hems and cuffs, finished with a short ribbed neck edge. Self-patterning yarn brings colour to the simple fabric without colourwork.
Construction and pattern facts
Knit the back, front and sleeves separately in rows from the bottom up. Join one shoulder, pick up the neck edge and work it flat, then close the other shoulder and neckband. Sew in the sleeves and close the side and sleeve seams.
Designer: Naturally. Yarn weight: DK / 8ply. Work with one strand throughout.
Sizes and fit
| Size | To fit chest (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Back-neck length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 36 | 41 | 20 | 12 |
| 3 months | 41 | 46 | 23 | 14 |
| 6–9 months | 46 | 51 | 25 | 16 |
| 12–18 months | 51 | 56 | 29 | 18 |
| 2–3 years | 56 | 61 | 33 | 22 |
| 3–4 years | 61 | 66 | 37 | 25 |
The finished chest is 5 cm larger than the body chest listed. Measure lengths with the rolled edges sitting naturally, rather than unrolling them; ages are approximate.
Yarn requirements
The original yarn is Opal Wintersonne DK / 8ply, available while our remaining stock lasts. Metres below are converted from the leaflet using the verified 320 m per 150 g. Allowances are approximate.
| Size | Yarn required (m) |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 320 |
| 3 months | 320 |
| 6–9 months | 640 |
| 12–18 months | 640 |
| 2–3 years | 640 |
| 3–4 years | 960 |
For consistent self-patterning, work every yarn unit from the same end, either inside or outside. Colour placement will vary with garment size and may differ from the leaflet photograph.
Gauge
22 stitches × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4.00 mm needles. Check a washed and blocked swatch before starting and adjust needle size if needed to match the pattern gauge.
Needles and notions
4.00 mm needles for the body and main sleeve fabric; 3.75 mm needles for the beginning of the sleeves and the picked-up neck edge, following the actual instructions.
Stitch holders, stitch markers and a tapestry needle.
Skill guidance
Confident beginner to intermediate: stocking stitch, sleeve increases, shaping a neckline, picking up stitches, ribbing and seaming.
Frequently asked questions
Should I flatten the rolled edges when measuring?
No. The instructions say to measure with the bottom and cuff edges rolled naturally.
Is the neckband worked in the round?
No. It is worked flat after joining one shoulder; the other shoulder and neck edge are then sewn.
Pattern format
📥📬 Available as Digital Download or Printed Copy (choose option below).
Choose Digital PDF – Emailed or Printed Pattern – Posted. This purchase includes the knitting pattern only; yarn, needles and notions are purchased separately.