Named for astronomer and mathematician Galileo Galilei, this adorable crochet sweater is an excellent project for mastering basic techniques, such as single crochet, double crochet, and seaming. The simple stripe pattern and easy shaping make it a quick and enjoyable project. The pattern includes five sizes (from 0-24 months) and buttonhole instructions for both boy’s and girl’s versions.

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Sizes
0-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months

To Fit
Chest: 16 (17½, 19, 20, 21)“

Finished Measurements
Chest circumference: 19½ (21, 23, 24, 25)“
Length: 8¾ (10, 11, 12¼, 13¾)”

Yarn
DK weight:
220 (275, 330, 385, 440) yds in main colour (MC)
90 (110, 135, 160, 185) yds in contrast colour (CC)

Shown in Sweet Paprika Minuet, 1 (2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s) Moonshadow (MC) and 1 skein Natural (CC).

Hook
Size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook

Notions
Yarn needle, 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) buttons

Gauge
17 sts and 12 rows = 4” in stripe pattern, after blocking.