Cloud Sweater Junior Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Cloud Sweater Junior
The Cloud Sweater Junior is a soft, cozy sweater worked seamlessly from the top down. The relaxed silhouette and simple stockinette stitch make it a timeless wardrobe staple for children, while the seamless construction allows for an enjoyable knitting experience and a beautifully finished garment.
The back yoke is worked flat while short rows shape the shoulders. Each shoulder is then worked separately before they are joined to form the front yoke. The front and back are joined at the underarms, and the body is worked in the round. Sleeves are picked up and knitted from the armholes and worked in the round. Finally, stitches are picked up around the neckline to create the stockinette stitch funnel neck.
The Cloud Sweater Junior is designed with approximately 20–25 cm of positive ease. Choose the size based on the child's actual chest measurement. If the child's chest measurement differs from the age guide, simply adjust the body and sleeve lengths for the perfect fit.
Before beginning your project, knit a swatch to ensure the recommended needle size achieves the correct gauge. Taking the time to check your gauge will help ensure the finished measurements match those listed in the pattern.
Sizes
1–2 (2–3) 3–4 (4–5) 5–6 (6–7) 7–8 (8–9) 9–10 (10–12) 12–14 years
Size Guide
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designed to fit bust (cm) | 53 | 54 | 56 | 57 | 59 | 62 | 64 | 68 | 72 | 78 | 82 |
| Finished size (cm) | 71 | 73 | 78 | 82 | 85 | 87 | 89 | 92 | 96 | 101 | 106 |
| Length (cm) | 34 | 36 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 53 | 55 |
*Measured mid back excluding the collar.
Yarn Requirements
Snefnug by CaMaRose (50 g = 110 m)
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meterage (m) | 440 | 440 | 550 | 550 | 660 | 660 | 660 | 770 | 770 | 880 | 990 |
Kos by Sandnes Garn (50 g = 150 m) held together with Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting for Olive (25 g = 225 m)
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kos (m) | 450 | 450 | 600 | 600 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750–900 | 900 | 900 | 1050 |
| Soft Silk Mohair (m) | 450 | 450 | 675 | 675 | 675 | 675 | 675 | 675–900 | 900 | 900 | 900 |
Kos by Sandnes Garn (50 g = 150 m) held together with Silk Mohair by Isager / Brushed Lace by Mohair By Canard / Tynn Silk Mohair by Sandnes Garn
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silk Mohair / Brushed Lace / Tynn Silk Mohair (m) | 424 | 636 | 636 | 636 | 636 | 848 | 848 | 848 | 848 | 848 | 1060 |
Recommended Yarns (Local)
The following local yarns are suitable alternatives to the original yarn. Meterage requirements are based on the original pattern requirements and should be considered approximate. Always purchase an extra ball if you are between sizes or matching gauge for the first time.
Chaka Alpaca Air (50 g = 100 m)
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meterage (m) | 440 | 440 | 550 | 550 | 660 | 660 | 660 | 770 | 770 | 880 | 990 |
Inca Spun Worsted (50 g = 100 m)
| 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–9 | 9–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meterage (m) | 440 | 440 | 550 | 550 | 660 | 660 | 660 | 770 | 770 | 880 | 990 |
Needles
Circular needles: 4.5 mm (US 7) / 40, 60 and 80 cm
Double-pointed needles: 4.5 mm (US 7)
Gauge
17 stitches × 26 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch using 4.5 mm (US 7) needles.
Construction
The sweater is worked from the top down. The back yoke is shaped with short rows before each shoulder is worked separately. The shoulders are joined to create the front yoke, after which the body is worked in the round. Sleeves are picked up from the armholes and worked in the round. The stockinette stitch funnel neckline is completed last by picking up stitches around the neck opening.
Difficulty
★★★☆☆ (3 out of 5)