To show the center cable at its most beautiful, the length of the lower ribbing varies between sizes and leads gently into the upcoming cables. However, if you wish to simplify the pattern, the ribbing can be worked in double rib and the sweater will look great. Additionally, if you wish to shorten the length of the sweater, part or all of the ribbing can be omitted entirely. The first three sizes are tunic length so that younger girls might wear the sweater as a dress. When knitting for children, it is always a good idea to knit sizes they can grow into.