This pattern is machine knit on a 9mm bulky machine. No punchcard or patterning device is needed. The child size is written for a 3-5 year old child with instructions for an older child. The style is raglan knit from the top down. The raglan yoke is finished on the machine. A small amount of contrasting yarn is an option. Pattern is written out. The 2 pictured samples of finished cardigans show that it is suitable for a boy or girl and a very comfortable style to wear.