Variegated yarns can be tricky to work with, but this hoodie maximizes the possibilities in all that color. Knit in one piece, this sweater comes pre-kid-approved as “cool” but also (because of the lighter weight yarn) “not too hot.”

Sizing
Approx age 4 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 years (shown in size 8)

Materials
MC Yarn Love Amy March 100% superwash merino wool;
270 yd/247m per 113g skein; color: Earl Grey; 3 4, 4, 5, 5, 6
skeins
CC Yarn Love Amy March 100% superwash merino wool;
270 yd/247m per 113g skein; color: Tulips; 1 1, 1, 1, 2, 2
skein(s)

Set of US #5/3.75mm double-point needles
Set of US #7/4.5mm double-point needles
24-inch US #5/3.75mm circular needle
24-inch US #7/4.5mm circular needle

Stitch markers
Yarn needle