Back when I started working on Strands of Joy book, one of my first ideas was for Woodland cardigan that has this amazing enchanted forest on the hem. Many thought at first that it was a kid's design but no. I wanted it all for myself but now, I've gone and done a kiddo version as well.
What: Little Woodland / Own pattern
How: Circular needles 3.5 and 3.75 mm
From: nurja merino sock 3ply, 116 g
It was fun to do a new version of an old pattern. For kids, I chose a softer yarn that can be machine washed - hence the superwash treatment. I also turned the cardigan into a pullover because buttons can be tricky with children that don't want to stay put.
The pattern comes with sizes from 6MO to 12YO. The hem pattern features the same trees and animals as in the adult version but for this pullover, I fitted the patterns in every size such that it goes around the sweater unbroken.
The neckband worked with the contrast colour is a fun little detail. The neckband stays stretchy enough with using tubular bind-off.
I made my little sample in the size 18MO and one skein of MC was plenty enough for that.
I love the idea of adding unique stitch patterns to sweaters. This article gives great tips on how to make each sweater one-of-a-kind. #SweaterKnitting
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