This simple design, based on a traditional fisherman’s style, is worked mainly in stocking stitch with yoke and shoulder details. The ribs begin or end with some stocking stitch rows that roll back onto the fabric.

The pattern is sized for children aged 3-4 (7 balls), 4-6 (8 balls) and 6-8 years (9 balls). Actual chest measurements are:

• 3-4: 32 ins/81 cms
• 4-6: 34 ins/86 cms
• 6-8: 37.75 ins/96 cms