This dandy little jumper/sweater features a field of sprouting dandelions encircling the lower edge. It has a tailored look, with hemmed body and sleeves, A-line shaping and a ribbed yoke, with a generous neckline for fitting easily over baby’s head.

The stitch pattern is a novel take on dip stitch, in two ways: a particular method of locking floats enables the dandelion shape to be maintained when using a contrasting colour; and the central petal is taller than the two outer petals.

Dandy Field is a seamless knit worked in one piece in the round from the bottom up. Instructions for five sizes are included (newborn - 3 months, 3 – 6 months, 6 – 12 months, 12 – 18 months and 18 months – 2 years). Instructions are fully written out and a detailed schematic diagram is included.

Sport weight or a light DK can be used for main and contrasting colours, or fingering yarn can also be used for the dandelions, making it a great way to utilise small amounts of leftover sock yarn.