Harriet

Harriet Cardigan and Pullover by JustJussi

What is Being Made

Harriet is a versatile knitwear design available as either a cardigan or pullover silhouette. The garment features a simple, classic style enhanced with designer touches and includes an optional lace collar detail. This pattern is designed for babies and children, with sizing options spanning from 3 months through 10 years of age, making it suitable for a wide range of young wearers.

Sizes and Fit

The pattern provides eight size options with corresponding chest measurements:

• 3 months: 40.5 cm (16 inches)
• 6 months: 43 cm (17 inches)
• 12 months: 48 cm (19 inches)
• 24 months: 50.5 cm (20 inches)
• 4 years: 57.5 cm (22.75 inches)
• 6 years: 62.5 cm (24.5 inches)
• 8 years: 66.5 cm (26 inches)
• 10 years: 70 cm (27.5 inches)

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

Harriet employs several intermediate-level knitting techniques that add visual interest and construction detail to the garment. The pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches and shaping methods appropriate for an intermediate skill level.

Key techniques include:

• Centred double decrease (cdd): A shaping technique where two stitches are slipped together as if to knit, followed by knitting the next stitch from the left needle, then slipping the two previously slipped stitches over the newly knitted stitch. This creates a centered decrease where the middle stitch sits neatly on top, producing a refined visual effect.
• Knit two together (k2tog): A standard decrease method that combines two adjacent stitches into one.
• Make one (m1): An increase technique for adding stitches within the fabric.
• Cast off (bind off): The finishing technique used to secure stitches and complete edges.
• Lace collar option: An optional decorative element that adds an elegant designer touch to the neckline.

Yarn and Materials

Harriet is designed to be knitted with DK weight (8 ply) wool yarn. The pattern specifies White Gum Wool 8 ply as the recommended yarn, with a standard yardage of 236 meters per 100 grams.

Yarn requirements by size:

• 3 months: 236 m (258 yards)
• 6 months: 306 m (335 yards)
• 12 months: 378 m (413 yards)
• 24 months: 458 m (501 yards)
• 4 years: 572 m (626 yards)
• 6 years: 649 m (710 yards)
• 8 years: 779 m (852 yards)
• 10 years: 885 m (968 yards)

The pattern also references 4 ply (fingering weight) wool yarn, which may be used for the optional lace collar or other accent elements. Knitters will require appropriate needles for DK weight yarn to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape.

Design Features

The Harriet pattern combines simplicity with designer details, making it an appealing choice for knitters seeking a straightforward project with refined finishing touches. The option to knit either a cardigan or pullover version provides versatility, while the optional lace collar allows customization based on personal preference and desired aesthetic.