This fingering weight project is a perfect layering piece for mild fall or winter days but light enough for a summer baby. It’s worked from the top down with a simply sweet stripe pattern. The onesie style neckline overlaps on each side providing room to go over baby’s head without a gaping wide neck or button closure. This top is seamless and has nothing more than end-weaving for finishing work. Instructions are included for both short and long sleeves. Shown in 2 years with Baby Joggers (pattern sold separately). Pattern is written for intermediate-level knitters and an online photo tutorial is available for the neckline technique.
Size
Preemie (Newborn, 6 months, 12 months)[2 years, 4 years].
Finished Measurements
15.25 (16.75, 19.25, 21.5)[23.25, 24. 75]"/38.5 (43, 48.5, 54.5)[59, 63] cm.
Materials
Yarn for Short Sleeves:
60 (70, 85, 100)[110, 125] yards/50 (60, 75, 90)[100, 115] meters A & 75 (100, 125, 175)[200, 225] yards/70 (95, 120, 150)[180, 215] meters B fingering weight yarn.
Yarn for Long Sleeves:
65 (85, 100, 125)[150, 175]yards/60 (75, 90, 110)[135, 155] meters A & 100 (150, 175, 225)[300, 350] yards/90 (130, 165, 205)[270, 320] meters B fingering weight yarn.
Gauge
28 sts and 40 rows per 4"/2.5 cm in stockinette on larger needles.