Moby Sweater Mini Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Moby Sweater Mini — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down sweater with texture and cable panels. Short rows shape the back yoke and shoulder slope, then stitches are picked up for the shoulders and front. Work the body and sleeves in the round and finish with a folded ribbed neckline.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished item are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
| Size | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 68 | 36 |
| 2–3 years | 68 | 38 |
| 3–4 years | 72 | 40 |
| 4–5 years | 76 | 42 |
| 5–6 years | 80 | 44 |
| 6–7 years | 84 | 46 |
Length includes the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 20 stitches × 28 rows in the texture pattern on 4 mm needles, after washing and blocking = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 4 mm and 3.5 mm circulars: 40 or 60 cm; 3 mm circular: 40 cm; 3.5 mm and 4 mm double-pointed needles; cable needle.
Thin elastic thread for the neck edge.
Designer difficulty: 5 out of 5.
Stocked designer yarn options
Option 1
Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt (metres) |
|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 455 m |
| 2–3 years | 546 m |
| 3–4 years | 546 m |
| 4–5 years | 637 m |
| 5–6 years | 637 m |
| 6–7 years | 728 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt: 91 m per 50 g.
Option 2
Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, knitted with one strand on its own.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Double Sunday (metres) |
|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 540 m |
| 2–3 years | 648 m |
| 3–4 years | 648 m |
| 4–5 years | 756 m |
| 5–6 years | 756 m |
| 6–7 years | 864 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Double Sunday: 108 m per 50 g.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match both stitch and row gauge and check the fabric; adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
Does Double Sunday need mohair for Mini?
No. Peer Gynt and Double Sunday are each single-strand options in this version; choose one column.
Why do the first two sizes both measure 68 cm around?
They have different body lengths: 36 cm for 1–2 years and 38 cm for 2–3 years, including the neck edge.