A neat jumper / pullover in six sizes – 6 months to 8 years, in 5ply / sport yarn. Featuring contrasting elbow patches and pocket and a 3 button neck opening, it is worked bottom up, flat on two needles, with sleeves added from the top down to the cuff.

Instructions include how to work the 3-needle cast-off, how to “pick-up and knit”, simple buttonholes and an easy set in pocket.

Will suit an intermediate knitter.

Chest size in cm: 50, 52.5, 55, 60, 65, 70
Ages approx: 6-9 months, 9-12 months, 1-2 yrs, 3-4 yrs, 5-6 yrs, 7-8 yrs

Chest size in cm: 50, 52.5, 55, 60, 65, 70
Garment measurements in cms (2.54 cms = 1 inch)
At underarm: 55, 59, 62, 67, 72, 77
Length: 27, 31, 35, 39, 43, 47
Sleeve seam: 19, 21, 23, 28, 33, 38

Yarn required: 5 ply / sport weight (approx 135 m/147 yds – 150m/164 yds per 50 gm ball)
Suggested yarns: Patons Bluebell 5 ply; Heirloom Easy Care 5 ply; Cascade 220 Sport; Tahki Cotton Classic Lite

Main colour (gm) for the 6 sizes: 110, 135, 160, 190, 230, 275
Contrast colour (gm): 8, 8, 9, 10, 12, 12

Requirements
1 pair 3.5 mm (US 4) needles (or use circular as a pair)
a circular 3.5 mm (US 4) needle or same size double-pointed needles for working neckband
a spare needle 2 sizes larger for casting off
lockable stitch markers and safety pins
6 stitch holders or large safety pins
3 buttons, 1.5 – 2 cms diameter
tapestry needle for sewing seams