Guernsey Sweater Knitting Pattern (K511)
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Guernsey Sweater Knitting Pattern — K511
A classic children’s sweater with a knit-and-purl Guernsey front panel and buttoned shoulder.
Construction and skill guidance
Knitted flat from the lower edges in separate back, front and sleeve pieces, then seamed. The neckline is picked up, with shoulder bands and a two-button opening.
Intermediate: textured knit-and-purl panels, shaping, picked-up bands and seaming.
Sizes and measurements
Choose by measurements; ages, where provided, are approximate.
| To fit chest (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Back-neck length (cm) | Sleeve seam (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 46 | 26 | 15 |
| 46 | 51 | 28 | 17.5 |
| 51 | 56 | 31.5 | 20.5 |
| 56 | 61 | 35.5 | 25 |
| 61 | 66 | 38 | 27.5 |
Estimated yarn requirements
New Zealand Merino 8ply, worked single-stranded. Approximately 138 m per 50 g. Approved shop replacement.
| Size | Yarn (m) |
|---|---|
| 41 cm chest | 414 |
| 46 cm chest | 414 |
| 51 cm chest | 414 |
| 56 cm chest | 552 |
| 61 cm chest | 690 |
Equivalent-metre estimates based on Classic DK quantities at the owner-confirmed 138 m per 50 g. These are not confirmed designer consumption for the replacement yarn. Knit and wash/block a swatch to match the pattern gauge; allow extra for swatching or changes.
Gauge
22 stitches and 31 rows to 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles. Match the pattern’s row gauge as well as stitch gauge.
Needles and notions
3.25 mm and 4 mm needles; stitch holders, markers, 2 buttons and a sewing-up needle.
Pattern format
Choose Digital PDF – Emailed or Printed Pattern – Posted. This purchase includes the pattern; yarn, needles and notions are purchased separately.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use the yarn label’s row gauge?
Use this pattern’s 31 rows per 10 cm; the yarn label’s standard gauge is not a replacement for the pattern gauge.