Veronica’s Beginner Baby/Toddler Lace Sweater

This angelic sweater is an excellent introduction into the wonderful world of lace knitting. Although the design is simple, this elegant sweater is versatile and can be worn over an eye-catching dress or with jeans. Sizes: 6 mo (12-18 mo, 2T, 4T) Body measurement: 19 (20, 21, 22)”

DIFFICULTY: Easy-Intermediate. The sweater is worked from the bottom up. The fronts and back are worked in one piece to the underarms. Advanced techniques used are yo, k2tog, ssk, p2tog, p2tog-b, increasing and picking up sts

MATERIALS: Yarn: Elann Peruvian Baby Cashmere – 4 (4, 5, 6) skeins Fiber content: 60% Baby Alpaca/ 30% Merino Wool/ 10% Cashmere Yardage: 365 (425, 510, 620) yds Gauge: 28 sts, 36 rows per 4” in st st. Needles: US 3 (or any needle size that gives correct gauge) Notions: 4 Stitch markers; 2 Stitch holders or scrap yarn; 3 hook and eye closures

This design is similar to the larger sized [Emma's Beginner Lace Child Sweater][1] shown in the last 2 photos.