2005 Childs Cabled Sweater DK Knitting Pattern

Classic cabled sweater knitting pattern suitable any soft pure wool yarn in an 8ply DK weight. Five sizes for children aged 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 years.

Chest sizes 55 (60, 65, 70, 75) cm
Actual measurements (approx.) 61 (67, 73, 79 85) cm

Made in pieces and sewn together, this pattern requires someone with intermediate knitting skills or just patience and perseverence.

Gauge: 22 sts and 30 rows of 10cm square swatch of purl fabric using 4mm needles or size required to get pattern gauge to ensure fit and accurate quantities of yarn.

Materials

Wool: approx: 600 (700, 700, 800, 900) metres of pure wool DK 8ply yarn or suitable alternative.

Also requires 3.25mm and 4mm knitting needles, a cable needle, 2 stitch holders and a tapestry needle for sewing up.