The Nellie Crop - Adult & Kids Knitting Pattern | PT 8673

A cropped cardigan perfect for a light extra layer in the wamer months. The Nellie Crop uses Cotton 4 ply for a sleek extra layer that would pair perfectly with a lacy tank, fitted dress or just with your favourite jeans and tee. 

 

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Construction

Knit in pieces from the bottom up, with front band knitted at the same time as garment.

Tension

28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch using 3.00mm needles.

Suitable Yarns

This pattern is designed for Cotton 4 ply. Any of our 4 ply yarns could be used with this pattern but will give a different result.

Accessories

1 pair each 2.25mm and 3.00mm knitting needles.

Difficulty Level (1 easy - 5 challenging)

 2 out of 5 sheep. About Difficulty Ratings

Techniques you'll be employing

Slipping stitches, passing slipped stitches over, knitting two together, make 1.

Fit & Related Yarn Requirements

Age	(years)	3-4	4-6	6-8	8-10	10-12
To Fit Chest	cm	52	55	60	65	70	75	80	90	100	110	120	130
Finished chest size	cm	57	61	66	71	76	81	87	97	107	117	127	137
Body Length	cm	24	26	29	32	35	38	42	43	44	45	46	47
Sleeve Length	cm	8	9	11	13	15	16	18	18	18	18	18	18
Yarn requirements	x 200g balls Cotton 4 ply	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	2	2	2	3	3

Knitted samples pictured in: Cotton 4 ply Pretty Pink and Blue Ice. Shown with Stella Tank.