
Harald's Sweater Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
Harald’s Sweater
Harald’s Sweater is a comfortable top-down pullover featuring a ribbed yoke with increases, followed by short rows to shape the back. The body and sleeves are worked in stockinette stitch, with classic ribbed hems for a clean finish. Designed with a generous 18 cm of positive ease, it’s perfect for everyday wear with a relaxed fit and minimal detailing. A timeless knit for children aged 9 months to 12 years.
Size Chart
Measurement (cm) | 9–12 m | 1–2 y | 2–3 y | 3–4 y | 4–5 y | 5–6 y | 6–7 y | 7–8 y | 8–9 y | 9–10 y | 10–11 y | 11–12 y |
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Bust circumference | 66 | 68 | 72 | 74 | 74 | 78 | 82 | 84 | 86 | 90 | 94 | 98 |
Length | 37 | 39 | 42 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 50 | 52 | 53 | 54 | 56 |
Yarn Requirements (8ply)
Yarn | 9–12 m | 1–2 y | 2–3 y | 3–4 y | 4–5 y | 5–6 y | 6–7 y | 7–8 y | 8–9 y | 9–10 y | 10–11 y | 11–12 y |
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Peer Gynt (91 m/50g) |
546 | 546 | 637 | 637 | 637 | 728 | 728 | 728 | 819 | 819 | 819 | 910 |
Double Sunday (108 m/50g) |
540 | 540 | 648 | 648 | 648 | 756 | 756 | 756 | 864 | 864 | 864 | 972 |
Project Details
- Needles: 3.5 mm and 4 mm circular needles (40–80 cm), plus matching DPNs
- Tension: 20 sts x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles
- Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle
- Size Guide: Designed with approx. 18 cm of positive ease. Choose size based on actual chest measurement and desired fit.
Difficulty: ★ ★ ★ (3 out of 5)