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Kangaroo Pocket Sweater Knitting Pattern (2110)-Needlecraft Patterns-Wild and Woolly Yarns

Kangaroo Pocket Sweater Knitting Pattern (2110)

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Skill Level: Intermediate

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Child's Kangaroo Pocket Sweater in Crucci Luxury Merino Crepe 8ply

Description

The Child's Kangaroo Pocket Sweater is a practical and cozy project for children aged 2 to 10 years. Designed with a stylish kangaroo pocket, this intermediate-level sweater offers warmth and comfort. It’s crafted using Crucci Luxury Merino Crepe 8ply, making it soft and durable for everyday wear.

Tension

22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch, using 4.00mm needles.

Sizes

Size 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years 10 years
To Fit Chest (cm) 55 cm 60 cm 65 cm 70 cm 75 cm
Actual Chest (cm) 61 cm 68 cm 75 cm 81 cm 88 cm
Length (approx cm) 36 cm 40 cm 44 cm 48 cm 52 cm
Sleeve Length (cm) 23 cm 28 cm 33 cm 38 cm 40 cm

Materials

Item 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years 10 years
Crucci Luxury Merino Crepe 8ply (50g balls) 4 (MC), 2 (C1), 1 (C2) 4 (MC), 3 (C1), 1 (C2) 5 (MC), 3 (C1), 1 (C2) 6 (MC), 4 (C1), 2 (C2) 7 (MC), 4 (C1), 2 (C2)
Needle sizes 3.25mm and 4.00mm knitting needles
Notions 2 stitch holders, yarn needle

Needle Sizes

  • 3.25mm and 4.00mm knitting needles

Instructions Overview

Body
  • Back and Front: Both sections start with a hem in stocking stitch and feature a foldline. The front has additional shaping for the kangaroo pocket, with pocket linings added as the sweater progresses.
Sleeves
  • Cuff: Sleeves begin with ribbed cuffs and transition into stocking stitch with gradual increases to shape the sleeve.

Stitch Patterns

  • Stocking Stitch (St st): Knit one row, purl one row.
  • Rib Stitch: Used for the cuffs and neckband.

Finishing

  • Seams: Sew shoulder, side, and sleeve seams with mattress stitch.
  • Pocket: Secure pocket lining, stitching the edges to the main body.
  • Neckband: Pick up stitches around the neckline and work in rib stitch.
  • Blocking: Lightly block to finished measurements for a polished appearance.

Designer

Crucci Yarns

Yarn Size

8ply

Recommended Yarn

Crucci Luxury Merino Crepe 8ply

Notions

Stitch holders, yarn needle