These cosy ridge stitch sweater and cardigan designs are perfect for little explorers who are always on the move. Easy to knit and wonderfully comfy to wear, they’re ideal for layering up before heading out to play, visiting friends, or snuggling in on cooler days.
With sizes from age 2-11 years, this versatile pattern is made to grow with them, a timeless wardrobe staple they’ll reach for again and again. Whether you choose the classic sweater or the handy button-up cardigan, you’ll have a go-to knit that’s as practical as it is adorable.
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Special DK
Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market with a huge number of colours to choose from. This yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine. The Special range includes 4-ply, DK, Aran, Chunky, XL and Baby qualities in a fabulous range of colours to meet every knitter (and crocheters) needs.
View all Special DK shadesWeight: DK
Composition: 100% Premium Acrylic
Ball Size: 100g
Meterage: 295m/322yds
Wash & Care: Machine washable 30C, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron
You will need: 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10 – USA 3) knitting needles. 1 pair 4mm (UK 8 – USA 6) knitting needles. 3.25mm (UK 10 – USA 3) circular knitting needle, 60cm, 24in. Stitch holders, stitch marker. For cardigan only: 5[5:5:6:6] buttons, 1.5cm, ¾in .
| Cardigan | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sizes | 56 cm 22 in | 61 cm 24 in | 66 cm 26 in | 71 cm 28 in | 76 cm 30 in |
| Special DK, Wisteria 1432 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Sweater | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sizes | 56 cm 22 in | 61 cm 24 in | 66 cm 26 in | 71 cm 28 in | 76 cm 30 in |
| Special DK, Indigo Mix 219 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
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