Children's Raglan Sweater Pattern

Description:

This children's raglan sweater is a cozy and stylish addition to any little one's wardrobe. The raglan sleeves provide a comfortable fit and the seamless construction makes it a fun and rewarding project for knitters of all skill levels.

Materials:

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (UK: Aran, Metric: 10 ply) in your choice of color - approximately 300-500g (UK: 12-18 oz, Metric: 600-1000m)
Needles: US 8 (UK: 6, Metric: 4mm) and US 9 (UK: 5, Metric: 4.5mm) circular needles
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Scissors

Gauge:

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch with US 8 needles

Size:

Children's sizes: 2 (4, 6, 8, 10)

Instructions:

Body: Using US 8 circular needles, cast on 60 (68, 74, 80, 86) stitches. Work in stockinette stitch until piece measures 10 (12, 14, 16, 18) inches from cast on edge.
Raglan Shaping: Next round: K15 (17, 19, 21, 23), place marker, increase 1 stitch, k30 (34, 38, 42, 46), place marker, increase 1 stitch, k15 (17, 19, 21, 23). Repeat this round every other round 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) more times.
Sleeves: Transfer sleeve stitches to scrap yarn. Cast on 4 (4, 6, 6, 8) underarm stitches. Join for working in the round, placing marker at beginning of round. Work in stockinette stitch for 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) inches. Bind off.
Collar: With US 9 circular needles, pick up and knit stitches around neckline. Work in ribbing (k1, p1) for 1 inch. Bind off in pattern.
Finishing: Sew underarm and sleeve seams. Weave in ends and block sweater to finished measurements.

Enjoy your new children's raglan sweater!