Product Description
The Little Pine Sweater was inspired by all the beautiful pine trees here in the mountains--my goal was the make a sweater that looked like a forest of pine trees. The name for the sweater comes from a nearby canyon which, no surprise, has many pine trees in it.
The sweater is a set-in sleeve design that is knitted from the bottom up. Though it does have set in sleeves, there are no seams in the entire sweater as I personally hate seaming. Instead, I used top down sleeves and the three-needle bind off to achieve the same look. There is both a chart and written instructions for the cable portion of the sweater.
This pattern is Intermediate in difficulty, though an adventurous beginner would certainly be able to do it. Techniques and stitches used include: cabling, m1, k2tog, ssk, three needle bind off, and wrap and turn. All techniques are explained in the pattern.
Little Pine Sweater by Camilyn Crane
What is Being Made
The Little Pine Sweater is a children's knitted pullover sweater designed by Camilyn Crane through Golden Pine Creations. This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for creating a fitted, classic sweater in five child sizes, ranging from size 2 through size 10. The sweater features a traditional construction with a body, sleeves, and ribbed finishing details.
Sizing and Fit
The Little Pine Sweater is available in five sizes with the following measurements:
- Size 2: Child chest size 21 inches (53 cm), garment chest size 23 inches (58.5 cm)
- Size 4: Child chest size 23 inches (58.5 cm), garment chest size 25 inches (63.5 cm)
- Size 6: Child chest size 25 inches (63.5 cm), garment chest size 27 inches (68.5 cm)
- Size 8: Child chest size 26.5 inches (67 cm), garment chest size 28.5 inches (72 cm)
- Size 10: Child chest size 28 inches (71 cm), garment chest size 30 inches (76 cm)
Yarn and Materials
This pattern calls for DK weight yarn, with yardage requirements ranging from approximately 430 yards for the smallest size to 970 yards for the largest size. The yarn weight options provide flexibility for crafters working with DK or worsted weight yarns. Additional materials include a cable needle, tapestry needle, measuring tape, waste yarn, and six stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping.
Needles and Tools
The Little Pine Sweater requires multiple needle sizes to achieve proper gauge and construction:
- US 8 (5 mm) circular needles in 16 to 32 inches (40 to 80 cm) length, depending on size, for the main body knitting
- US 6 (4 mm) circular needles in 16 to 32 inches (40 to 80 cm) length for ribbed sections and finer gauge work
- US 6 (4 mm) DPNs or 9-inch (23 cm) circular needles for knitting the sleeves in the round
Gauge and Stitches
Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit. The pattern specifies 19 stitches and 26 rows to 4 inches when working in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4 mm) needles. Stockinette stitch, created by alternating knit and purl rows in flat knitting or knitting every round in circular knitting, forms the smooth, classic fabric base of this sweater. The pattern incorporates cable stitches as a design element, requiring the use of a cable needle to create twisted, three-dimensional texture details.
Knitting Techniques
The Little Pine Sweater employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques. The sweater is constructed using circular needle knitting, which allows for seamless construction and the ability to try on the garment as it progresses. Ribbing is used for the cuffs and hem to create elastic edges that hug the body. Cable knitting adds decorative texture and visual interest to the design. The pattern requires knitters to work increases and decreases for sleeve shaping and armhole construction, making it suitable for knitters with intermediate experience. Stitch markers are used throughout to help track pattern repeats and construction sections.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it appropriate for knitters who have mastered basic knitting techniques and are ready to tackle more complex stitch patterns and garment construction. The combination of stockinette stitch, ribbing, and cable work requires familiarity with multiple techniques and the ability to read and follow detailed pattern instructions.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK, Worsted |
| Pages: | 10 |
| Designer: | Camilyn Crane |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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