Pattern 10226 - Special DK

Girls Crochet Collared Sweater and Cardigan

This sweet collared crochet sweater and cardigan pattern is full of beautiful details that make it a joy to create and even lovelier to wear. Designed for ages 2–11 years, it’s a timeless piece that can grow with them year after year.

Perfect for layering over tees in winter or wearing with jeans during cooler summer days, it’s a versatile staple for every season.

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  • About the yarn
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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.

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Weight: 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: 4mm (UK 8 - US G/6) hook, stitch markers, Cardigan: 3 buttons , 2cm, ¾in.

Cardigan
Sizes71cm
28 in
56 cm
22 in
61 cm
24 in
66 cm
26 in
76 cm
30 in
Special DK, Cream (1005)11111
Special DK, Honey Mix (2194)22233
Sweater
Sizes56 cm
22 in
61 cm
24 in
66 cm
26 in
71cm
28 in
76 cm
30 in
Special DK, Green Lemon (2188)11111
Special DK, Pistachio (1822)22334

There are currently no amendments for this pattern.

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