This unisex lattice cable sweater has simple drop shoulder shaping. The collar opening is edged with knitted cord, shaped into button loops. A suitable project for the average skilled knitter with experience in cable knitting. The yarn for the girls version (002 Pistachio) is available, however the boys version is knitted with Chestnut which is now discontinued. We suggest the following Classic DK Wool shades for a boy: 327 Navy, 902 Ebony, 801 Owl, 908 Glade, 913 Ironwork, 345 Beetle.
Other suitable yarns to use for these garments:
Alpaca Kid Lustre
Soho Summer DK Cotton
Silkroad DK Tweed
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Experienced in Cable Knitting
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Yarn
Colour Quantity
Size 5-6 7-8 9-10 Years old
Jo Sharp Classic DK Wool x 50g balls
Version 1
002 Pistachio 10 12 14
Version 2
506 Chestnut 10 12 14
Measurements
Measurements given in inches are approximate.
Sizing
5-6 7-8 9-10 Years old
To fit chest
62-66 67-71 72-76
241/2-26 261/4-28 281/4-30 in
Bodice circumference
86 94 102 cm
34 37 401/4 in
Bodice length (Version 1 and 2)
44 48 52 cm
171/4 19 201/2 in
Sleeve length
30 33 36 cm
113/4 13 141/4 in
TENSION
Measured over 10cm (approx 4”)
using 4.00mm needles
Bodice 28sts and 30rows of Cable Pattern.
Sleeves 23sts and 31rows of Double Moss st.
NEEDLES
1 pair 3.75mm needles (USA 5) (UK 9)
1 pair 4.00mm needles (USA 6) (UK 8)
1 pair 3.75mm circular needles (USA 5) (UK 9)
1 pair 3.75mm double pointed needles
(USA 5) (UK 9)
1 cable needle