Mina Striped Sweater by Debbie Bliss

Mina Striped Sweater

Knitting
April 2014
Sport (12 wpi) ?
25 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch on larger needle
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
US 3 - 3.25 mm
Ages 3-4 (5-6, 7-8, 9-10) years
English
This pattern is available from lovecrafts.com for £3.50.

Knit the adorable Mina Striped Sweater for your little one—it’s destined to become their cherished favourite. It’s made in Debbie Bliss Eco Baby, a soft and comfortable yarn made from smooth 100% cotton, perfect for all-day wear. Whether you follow the pattern or opt for two beloved colours for the stripes, this jumper will surely delight. The charming stripes on the body of the sweater are mirrored on the drop-shoulder sleeves. Knitted in separate pieces and seamed together, this project promises joy in every stitch.

SIZES
To fit ages 3-4 (5-6, 7-8, 9-10) years

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Chest 67 (74, 80, 86)cm
26½ (29¼, 31½, 34)in

Length to shoulder
38 (44, 50, 56)cm
15 (17¼, 19¾, 22)in

Sleeve length
27 (32, 37, 42)cm
10½ (12½, 14½, 16½)in

MATERIALS
Yarn available at lovecrafts.com
• 50g/1¾oz balls of Debbie Bliss Baby Eco Baby:
· 3 (3, 4, 4) in French Navy 19 (A)
· 4 (4, 5, 5) in White 01 (B)
• Pair of 3mm (US 2-3) knitting needles
• Pair of 3.25mm (US 3) knitting needles

TENSION
25 sts and 34 rows to 10cm/4in square over St st using
3.25mm (US 3) needles.