Poppy Kids Cardigan

Free video tutorial only! Knitting pattern (PDF) for sizes 3-4 (5-6) 7-8 (9-10) 11-12 years: https://seventhsedge.etsy.com/listing/1558121873 The Poppy Kids Cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down in one piece, with classic raglan construction, raglan increases, and short rows at the back of the neck for an improved fit. The body is worked back and forth, with the button bands worked at the same time, while the sleeves are worked in the round using either double-pointed needles or circular needles with the Magic Loop technique. The length of both the body and sleeves can easily be adjusted to suit your preference. SIZES 3-4 (5-6) 7-8 (9-10) 11-12 years. MEASUREMENTS Chest circumference: 26 (28) 30 (32) 34 inches / 66 (71) 76 (81) 86 cm. Sweater length: 15 (16) 17 (18.5) 20.5 inches / 38 (41) 44 (47) 52 cm. Sleeve length: 16 (17.5) 19 (20.5) 22 inches / 40 (44) 48 (52) 56 cm. Gauge: 17 stitches and 23 rows = 4 × 4 inches / 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch. NEEDLES U.S. 8 (5 mm) circular needles and U.S. 8 (5 mm) double-pointed needles (if not using the Magic Loop technique), or size needed to obtain gauge. YARN Worsted weight yarn; approx. 197 yds / 180 m per 85 g / 3 oz skein: 170 (200) 230 (260) 300 g. Sample shown in Lion Brand Wool-Ease. MATERIALS 5 (5) 6 (6) 7 buttons 0.75 inches / 2 cm; scissors; stitch markers; tapestry needle; measuring tape. TECHNIQUES USED Cast on, knit, purl, m1R, m1L, k2tog, p2tog, Wrap and Turn (W&T) – Short Rows Method, Bind Off