Hanstholm Sweater Junior Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Hanstholm Sweater Junior
The Hanstholm Sweater Junior is worked from the top down with raglan increases along the yoke.
After the neck rib is worked, short rows are added to shape the neckline for a comfortable fit. The sweater is worked seamlessly throughout.
The sweater is designed with approx. 15 cm of positive ease.
Choose a size based on the child’s chest measurement. If the child’s measurements differ from the age guide, the body and sleeve lengths can be adjusted accordingly.
Sizes
1–2 (2–3) 3–4 (4–5) 5–6 (6–7) 7–8 (8–10) 10–12 (12–14) years
Designed to fit chest circumference:
53 (54) 56 (57) 59 (62) 64 (72) 78 (82) cm
Finished Measurements
| Size (years) | 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust circumference (cm) | 65 | 67 | 71 | 74 | 77 | 81 | 84 | 88 | 92 | 96 |
| Length (cm)* | 36 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 54 | 57 |
*Measured mid back including neck edge.
Designed with approx. 15 cm of positive ease.
Yarn Requirements
Peer Gynt by Sandnes Garn (50 g = 91 m)
| Size (years) | 1–2 | 2–3 | 3–4 | 4–5 | 5–6 | 6–7 | 7–8 | 8–10 | 10–12 | 12–14 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meterage required (m) | 455 | 546 | 546 | 637 | 637 | 728 | 728 | 910 | 910 | 1,001 |
Needles
Circular needles:
4 mm (40 cm and 60 or 80 cm)
3 mm (40 cm)
Double-pointed needles:
4 mm
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Gauge
21 stitches × 28 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles
Construction
• Worked top down
• Raglan increases
• Short-row neckline shaping
• Seamless construction
Skill Level
★ ★ ★
Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable with raglan shaping and short rows.