Child's Snow Fleece Sweater in Crucci Snow Fleece 8ply

Description

The Child's Snow Fleece Sweater is an intermediate-level knitting project designed using Crucci Snow Fleece 8ply yarn. This cozy top-down sweater features a comfortable fit and is perfect for children aged 2 to 10 years.

Tension

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

Size

Materials and Measurements

Note: Quantities are approximate as they vary between knitters. Any other Crucci 8ply yarn can be used for this pattern.

Needle Sizes

• 4.00mm (UK 8) circular needles in 30cm, 40cm, and 60cm lengths.
• 3.25mm (UK 10) circular needles in 30cm and 40cm lengths.
• Double-pointed needles (DPNs) can be substituted for 30cm length circular needles for small circumference knitting.
• 4 stitch markers (including 1 to use as the start of the round marker).
• Darning needle.
• Waste yarn.

Instructions Overview

• Sweater: The sweater is worked top-down, beginning with flat short rows for the yoke before joining in the round. The body is worked in the round, followed by the sleeves, which are picked up and knitted in the round.
• Lower Band: The lower band is worked in ribbing to match the cuffs and neckline.
• Neckband: The neckband is picked up and knitted in ribbing, providing a snug fit.

Stitch Patterns

• Stocking Stitch (St st):
  • Knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side.

Finishing

• Seams: Sew in any loose ends after completing the sweater.

Designer

Crucci

Yarn Size

8ply

Recommended Yarn

Crucci Merino Crepe 8Ply

Notions

4 stitch markers, darning needle, waste yarn