Half sweater, half poncho - like the sails on a ship, steadfast and sturdy but constantly caught in beautiful moments of movement

Original Adult Sailing Sweater for purchase here

Pattern is both written and charted in entirety.

Yarn / Needles / Notions
624 yards (832 yards) Worsted Weight Yarn
24” or 32” US 8 / 5.00mm needle
12” circular or DPNs US 8 / 5.00mm needle
Stitch Markers
Darning Needle

Gauge
20 sts & 24 rows = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch & in pattern, after blocking

Notes on Construction & Sizing
The garment is knit in two identical pieces, wrist to wrist

This pattern has been written with the intent to fit with a lot of ease - perfect for growing kiddos who will be able to enjoy this for years.

Please see schematics in photos for measurements of finished project if knit to exact pattern gauge.

Knit the Age 5-8 for an overall neckline to bottom hem of 14”, and 40” total circumference
Knit the Age 9-11 for an overall neckline to bottom hem of 14”, and 50” total circumference

If you would like to add or remove additional ease you just need to add or remove repeats in Section 3 - Body. Each body repeat represents 2.5” of width (blocked) to the mid-section of the sweater. Knowing these measurements you can add or remove as you like to fit best.

Approximate yardage requirements for additions to the Body are as follows:
Per Body panel repeat / per side - 15 grams / 28 yards

*** sweater shown in photos is size Age 5-8 on 6 year old

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Special Thanks
To my smart, beautiful, kind niece Avery - just looking at these photos and seeing you wear your sweater brightens my days

Jennine, my awesome sister in law for the amazing photos - they’re beautiful.

Sean my brother for the laughs and for being Aves Manager ;-)

Charlie, my sweet, funny, smart nephew - if you ever stand still long enough I might be able to grab some measurements from you for a sweater in the future!