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Page 1: merino - Fastly... · and are therefore approximate. ABBREVIATIONS K - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st - stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc -

1st row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.2nd row – P1, P2tog, P to end.3rd row – K2tog, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.4th row – P1, P2tog, P to end.Rept the 1st and 2nd rows 0 (1, 1, 0, 0) times more.Continue working to correspond with Left Front reversing all shapings.

Sleeves (both alike)Work exactly as instructions given for Sleeves of Round Neck Version BUT casting off 7 (7, 7, 7, 9) remaining sts.

PressingPin out pieces to the measurements given. Place a damp cloth on top of pieces and leave for several hours.

Making UpBoth designsPin sleeves into position, sew in by top sewing.

Round Neck VersionButtonbandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Continue in rib until band is long enough when slightly stretched to fit up front to commencement of neck shaping finishing on a 2nd row. Sl these sts onto a safety pin.Mark positions for buttons on buttonband, the first one to correspond with buttonhole already worked allowing for one in the neckband and 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) more equally spaced between.

Buttonhole BandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Work to correspond with buttonband, working buttonholes as before to correspond with positions marked for buttons.

neck.Cast off in rib.Mark positions for buttons on buttonband, the first one to correspond with buttonhole already worked, the last one at commencement of front shaping and 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) more equally spaced between.

Buttonhole BandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Work to correspond with buttonband, working buttonholes as before to correspond with positions marked for buttons.Join band at centre back by top sewing.

Both DesignsJoin side and sleeve seams by top sewing. Pin front bands into position, sew on by top sewing.Sew on buttons.

NeckbandWith right side of work facing, using 3¼mm needles, rib 7 sts from right front band, K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sts from safety pin at front neck, pick up and K8 (8, 10, 10, 12) sts up right side neck, K7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts from right sleeve, K19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts from back neck st holder, K7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts from left sleeve, pick up and K8 (8, 10, 10, 12) sts down left side neck, K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sts from safety pin, rib across 7 sts of left front band. 67 (69, 75, 81, 91) sts.Commencing on a 2nd row, work 7 rows in rib as given for Back working a buttonhole as before on the 4th and 5th rows.Cast off in rib.

V Neck VersionButtonbandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn. Continue in rib until band is long enough when slightly stretched to fit up front, across sleeve top to centre back

babymerinoP116141-61cm16-24ins

DK

Thomas B. Ramden & Co Ltd, Guiseley, Yorks LS20 9PDVisit www.tbramsden.co.uk and subscribe to Wool ‘n’ Threads for free patterns

P1161 © Thomas B Ramsden. All our designs and publications are protected by copyright. Unauthorised copying, in any form, is illegal and represents a breach of this copyright. In the event of any unauthorised and illegal copying we reserve the right to take appropriate legal action to protect

our interests. Prices apply to Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Printed in England.

Page 2: merino - Fastly... · and are therefore approximate. ABBREVIATIONS K - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st - stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc -

Bubble Cardigan.in Peter Pan Merino Baby DK

Special AbbreviationK5B (Knit 5th st Below) - slip next st off left-hand needle and drop 4 rows down. Insert point of right-hand needle under strads and into the st on the 5th row down, insert left-hand needle under the strands and into the stitch. Knit the st normally catching the strands at the same time.

TENSIONIt is important to check your tension before commencing the garment. Tension 22 st and 31 rows to 10 cm 4 ins over pattern on 4mm needles. If there are too many stitches to 10cm, then your tension is tight and you will need to change your needle to a larger size. If there are too few stitches to 10cm, then your tension is loose and you will need to change your needle to a smaller size.

Bubble CardiganRound Neck VersionBackUsing 3¼mm needles, cast on 55 (61, 67, 71, 79) sts.1st row – K1, *P1, K1, rept from * to end.2nd row – P1, *K1, P1, rept from * to end.

Rept the last 2 rows for 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins, finishing on a 2nd row.Change to 4mm needlesCommence PatternWork 4 rows in st st, starting Knit (1st row is right side).5th row – K3, *K5B, K3, rept from * to end.6th row – Purl.Work 4 rows in st st, starting Knit.11th row – K1, *K5B, K3, rept from * to last 2 sts, K5B, K1.12th row – Purl.

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.All SizesCont in st st

2nd and 4th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at each end of 1st row. 55 (61, 67, 73, 79) sts.Continue until work measures 15 (17.5, 19, 20.5, 23)cm, 6 (7, 7½, 8, 9)ins from commencement finishing on a P row.

Shape ArmholesCast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – P1, P2tog, P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the last 2 rows until 39 (41, 47, 57, 63) sts remain.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2 tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts remain finishing on a P row.Sl sts onto a st holder. Break off yarn.

Left FrontUsing 3¼mm needles cast on 30 (34, 38, 38, 42) sts.Work 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins in K1, P1 rib as given for Back finishing on a 2nd row, at the same time make a buttonhole on the 5th and 6th rows if required for a boy as follows:-5th row – Rib to last 4 sts, cast off 1, rib 3.6th row – Rib 3, cast on 1, rib to end.Change to 4mm needles.Next row – K to last 7 sts, turn, sl

Instructions given for smallest chest size, larger sizes given in round brackets. Where only one figure is given this applies to all sizes.

Please note that the limitations of the printing process mean that the actual yarn colour may not always match the colours in the photograph.

IMPORTANTUse only the Peter Pan yarn specified. We cannot accept responsibility for an imperfect garment if any other brand is used. It is essential to work to the tension stated.The quantities of yarn stated are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate.

ABBREVIATIONSK - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st -stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc - increase, dec - decrease, cm - centimeters, ins - inches, tog - together, 0 - no st, rows or times to be worked in that particular size, psso - pass slipped stitch over, rept - repeat, sl - slip, s1- slip 1 stitch knitways, tbl - through back of loop.

Materials and Measurements

Photographed using shade Pink 3032, buttons P3-0008-size 20 and Blue 3033, buttons P527-0022-size 18.

Cardigans

To fit chest sizes41 46 51 56 61 cm

16 18 20 22 24 ins

ActualMeasurements

46 52 56 62 66 cm

18 20½ 22 24½ 26 ins

Length from Back Neck

23.5 26.5 29 31.5 35.5 cm

9¼ 10½ 11½ 12½ 14 ins

Sleeve Seam12.5 15 16.5 21.5 26.5 cm

5 6 6½ 8½ 10½ ins

Peter Pan Merino Baby DK 50g

Both Designs 2 3 3 4 4 Balls

2 – 4mm (UK8 – US6) and 2 -3¼mm (UK10 – US3) Knitting Needles Stitch Holders. 5 (5, 5, 5, 6) Buttons for round neck cardigan.4 (4, 4, 4, 5) Buttons for V neck cardigan.

these 7 sts onto a safety pin. 23 (27, 31, 31, 35) sts.Next row – PurlWork rows 3-12 of pattern

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.

All SizesCont in st st1st, 2nd and 5th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at beg of 1st row

3rd Size OnlyDec 1 st at beg of 1st row.

4th Size OnlyInc 3 st evenly along the row 24 (28, 30, 34, 36) sts.Cont until work measures same as Back to armholes finishing on a P row.

Shape ArmholesCast off 4 sts at beg of next row.Purl 1 row.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.Next row – P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the last 2 rows until 16 (18, 20, 26, 28) sts remain.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 11 (13, 14, 17, 18) sts remain finishing on a K row.

Shape NeckNext row – P2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sl these sts onto a safety pin, P to end.Continue to dec at armhole edge as before on the next and every following alt row at the same time dec 1 st at neck edge on every row until 6 (5, 6, 5, 6) sts remain.Continue to dec at armhole edge only as before until 2 sts remain.K2tog. Fasten off.

Right FrontUsing 3¼mm needles, cast on 30 (34, 38, 38, 42) sts.Work 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins in K1, P1 rib as given for Back finishing on a 2nd row, at the same time make a buttonhole on the 5th and 6th rows if required for a girl as follows:-5th row – Rib 3, cast off 1, rib to

end.6th row – Rib to cast off st , cast on 1, rib to end.Next row – Rib 7, sl these 7 sts onto a safety pin 23 (27, 31, 31, 35) sts.Change to 4mm needles, K to end.Work rows 2-12 of patt.

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.

All SizesCont in st st.

1st, 2nd and 5th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at beg of 1st row.

3rd Size OnlyDec 1 st at beg of 1st row.

4th Size OnlyInc 3sts evenly along the row.24 (28, 30, 34, 36) sts.Cont until work measures same as Back to armhole finishing on a K row.

Shape ArmholeCast off 4 sts at beg of next row.Next row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – P1, P2tog, P to end.Rept the last 2 rows until 16 (18, 20, 26, 28) sts remain.Next row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept last 2 rows until 11 (13, 14, 17, 18) sts remain finishing on a P row.Shape NeckNext row – K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sl these sts onto a safety pin, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Continue working to correspond with Left Front reversing all shapings.

Sleeves (both alike)Using 3¼mm needles, cast on 31 (33, 35, 37, 39) sts.Work in rib as given for Back for 2.5 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1 (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins finishing on a 2nd row.Change to 4mm needles. Continue in st st, inc 1 st at each end of the needle on the 5th and every following 6 (6, 6, 8, 8)th row until 39 (41, 45, 49, 55) sts are on the needle.Continue without further inc until

Sleeve measures 12.5 (15, 16.5, 21.5, 26.5)cm, 5 (6, 6½, 8½, 10½)ins from commencement finishing on a P row.

Shape TopCast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts remain finishing on a P row.Sl sts onto a st holder. Break off yarn.

V Neck VersionBackWork exactly as instructions given for Back of Round Neck Version BUT cast off remaining 19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts.

Left FrontWork exactly as instructions given for Left Front of Round Neck Version to armhole finishing on a P row.

Shape Armhole and FrontNext row – Cast off 4 sts, K to last 2 st, K2tog.Purl 1 row.1st row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.2nd row – P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.3rd row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 2 sts, K2tog.4th row P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the 1st and 2nd rows 0 (1, 1, 0, 0) times more.Continue to dec at armhole edge as before on the next and every following alt row at the same time dec 1 sts at Front edge on every following 4th row from previous front dec until 8 (5, 7, 3, 5) sts remain. Dec at armhole edge only until 2 sts remain K2tog. Fasten off.

Right FrontWork exactly as instructions given for Right Front of Round Neck Version to armhole finishing on a P row.

Shape Front and ArmholeK2tog (for first front dec) at beg of next row.Cast off 4 sts at beg of next row.

Page 3: merino - Fastly... · and are therefore approximate. ABBREVIATIONS K - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st - stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc -

Bubble Cardigan.in Peter Pan Merino Baby DK

Special AbbreviationK5B (Knit 5th st Below) - slip next st off left-hand needle and drop 4 rows down. Insert point of right-hand needle under strads and into the st on the 5th row down, insert left-hand needle under the strands and into the stitch. Knit the st normally catching the strands at the same time.

TENSIONIt is important to check your tension before commencing the garment. Tension 22 st and 31 rows to 10 cm 4 ins over pattern on 4mm needles. If there are too many stitches to 10cm, then your tension is tight and you will need to change your needle to a larger size. If there are too few stitches to 10cm, then your tension is loose and you will need to change your needle to a smaller size.

Bubble CardiganRound Neck VersionBackUsing 3¼mm needles, cast on 55 (61, 67, 71, 79) sts.1st row – K1, *P1, K1, rept from * to end.2nd row – P1, *K1, P1, rept from * to end.

Rept the last 2 rows for 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins, finishing on a 2nd row.Change to 4mm needlesCommence PatternWork 4 rows in st st, starting Knit (1st row is right side).5th row – K3, *K5B, K3, rept from * to end.6th row – Purl.Work 4 rows in st st, starting Knit.11th row – K1, *K5B, K3, rept from * to last 2 sts, K5B, K1.12th row – Purl.

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.All SizesCont in st st

2nd and 4th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at each end of 1st row. 55 (61, 67, 73, 79) sts.Continue until work measures 15 (17.5, 19, 20.5, 23)cm, 6 (7, 7½, 8, 9)ins from commencement finishing on a P row.

Shape ArmholesCast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – P1, P2tog, P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the last 2 rows until 39 (41, 47, 57, 63) sts remain.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2 tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts remain finishing on a P row.Sl sts onto a st holder. Break off yarn.

Left FrontUsing 3¼mm needles cast on 30 (34, 38, 38, 42) sts.Work 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins in K1, P1 rib as given for Back finishing on a 2nd row, at the same time make a buttonhole on the 5th and 6th rows if required for a boy as follows:-5th row – Rib to last 4 sts, cast off 1, rib 3.6th row – Rib 3, cast on 1, rib to end.Change to 4mm needles.Next row – K to last 7 sts, turn, sl

Instructions given for smallest chest size, larger sizes given in round brackets. Where only one figure is given this applies to all sizes.

Please note that the limitations of the printing process mean that the actual yarn colour may not always match the colours in the photograph.

IMPORTANTUse only the Peter Pan yarn specified. We cannot accept responsibility for an imperfect garment if any other brand is used. It is essential to work to the tension stated.The quantities of yarn stated are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate.

ABBREVIATIONSK - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st -stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc - increase, dec - decrease, cm - centimeters, ins - inches, tog - together, 0 - no st, rows or times to be worked in that particular size, psso - pass slipped stitch over, rept - repeat, sl - slip, s1- slip 1 stitch knitways, tbl - through back of loop.

Materials and Measurements

Photographed using shade Pink 3032, buttons P3-0008-size 20 and Blue 3033, buttons P527-0022-size 18.

Cardigans

To fit chest sizes41 46 51 56 61 cm

16 18 20 22 24 ins

ActualMeasurements

46 52 56 62 66 cm

18 20½ 22 24½ 26 ins

Length from Back Neck

23.5 26.5 29 31.5 35.5 cm

9¼ 10½ 11½ 12½ 14 ins

Sleeve Seam12.5 15 16.5 21.5 26.5 cm

5 6 6½ 8½ 10½ ins

Peter Pan Merino Baby DK 50g

Both Designs 2 3 3 4 4 Balls

2 – 4mm (UK8 – US6) and 2 -3¼mm (UK10 – US3) Knitting Needles Stitch Holders. 5 (5, 5, 5, 6) Buttons for round neck cardigan.4 (4, 4, 4, 5) Buttons for V neck cardigan.

these 7 sts onto a safety pin. 23 (27, 31, 31, 35) sts.Next row – PurlWork rows 3-12 of pattern

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.

All SizesCont in st st1st, 2nd and 5th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at beg of 1st row

3rd Size OnlyDec 1 st at beg of 1st row.

4th Size OnlyInc 3 st evenly along the row 24 (28, 30, 34, 36) sts.Cont until work measures same as Back to armholes finishing on a P row.

Shape ArmholesCast off 4 sts at beg of next row.Purl 1 row.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.Next row – P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the last 2 rows until 16 (18, 20, 26, 28) sts remain.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 11 (13, 14, 17, 18) sts remain finishing on a K row.

Shape NeckNext row – P2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sl these sts onto a safety pin, P to end.Continue to dec at armhole edge as before on the next and every following alt row at the same time dec 1 st at neck edge on every row until 6 (5, 6, 5, 6) sts remain.Continue to dec at armhole edge only as before until 2 sts remain.K2tog. Fasten off.

Right FrontUsing 3¼mm needles, cast on 30 (34, 38, 38, 42) sts.Work 4 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1½ (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins in K1, P1 rib as given for Back finishing on a 2nd row, at the same time make a buttonhole on the 5th and 6th rows if required for a girl as follows:-5th row – Rib 3, cast off 1, rib to

end.6th row – Rib to cast off st , cast on 1, rib to end.Next row – Rib 7, sl these 7 sts onto a safety pin 23 (27, 31, 31, 35) sts.Change to 4mm needles, K to end.Work rows 2-12 of patt.

3rd, 4th and 5th Sizes OnlyRept 12 patt rows once.

All SizesCont in st st.

1st, 2nd and 5th Sizes OnlyInc 1 st at beg of 1st row.

3rd Size OnlyDec 1 st at beg of 1st row.

4th Size OnlyInc 3sts evenly along the row.24 (28, 30, 34, 36) sts.Cont until work measures same as Back to armhole finishing on a K row.

Shape ArmholeCast off 4 sts at beg of next row.Next row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – P1, P2tog, P to end.Rept the last 2 rows until 16 (18, 20, 26, 28) sts remain.Next row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept last 2 rows until 11 (13, 14, 17, 18) sts remain finishing on a P row.Shape NeckNext row – K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sl these sts onto a safety pin, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Continue working to correspond with Left Front reversing all shapings.

Sleeves (both alike)Using 3¼mm needles, cast on 31 (33, 35, 37, 39) sts.Work in rib as given for Back for 2.5 (4, 4, 5, 5)cm, 1 (1½, 1½, 2, 2)ins finishing on a 2nd row.Change to 4mm needles. Continue in st st, inc 1 st at each end of the needle on the 5th and every following 6 (6, 6, 8, 8)th row until 39 (41, 45, 49, 55) sts are on the needle.Continue without further inc until

Sleeve measures 12.5 (15, 16.5, 21.5, 26.5)cm, 5 (6, 6½, 8½, 10½)ins from commencement finishing on a P row.

Shape TopCast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows.Next row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.Next row – Purl.Rept the last 2 rows until 7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts remain finishing on a P row.Sl sts onto a st holder. Break off yarn.

V Neck VersionBackWork exactly as instructions given for Back of Round Neck Version BUT cast off remaining 19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts.

Left FrontWork exactly as instructions given for Left Front of Round Neck Version to armhole finishing on a P row.

Shape Armhole and FrontNext row – Cast off 4 sts, K to last 2 st, K2tog.Purl 1 row.1st row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to end.2nd row – P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.3rd row – K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 2 sts, K2tog.4th row P to last 3 sts, P2tog tbl, P1.Rept the 1st and 2nd rows 0 (1, 1, 0, 0) times more.Continue to dec at armhole edge as before on the next and every following alt row at the same time dec 1 sts at Front edge on every following 4th row from previous front dec until 8 (5, 7, 3, 5) sts remain. Dec at armhole edge only until 2 sts remain K2tog. Fasten off.

Right FrontWork exactly as instructions given for Right Front of Round Neck Version to armhole finishing on a P row.

Shape Front and ArmholeK2tog (for first front dec) at beg of next row.Cast off 4 sts at beg of next row.

Page 4: merino - Fastly... · and are therefore approximate. ABBREVIATIONS K - knit, P - purl, st(s) - stitch(es), st st - stocking stitch (1 row knit 1 row purl), beg - beginning, inc -

1st row – K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.2nd row – P1, P2tog, P to end.3rd row – K2tog, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1.4th row – P1, P2tog, P to end.Rept the 1st and 2nd rows 0 (1, 1, 0, 0) times more.Continue working to correspond with Left Front reversing all shapings.

Sleeves (both alike)Work exactly as instructions given for Sleeves of Round Neck Version BUT casting off 7 (7, 7, 7, 9) remaining sts.

PressingPin out pieces to the measurements given. Place a damp cloth on top of pieces and leave for several hours.

Making UpBoth designsPin sleeves into position, sew in by top sewing.

Round Neck VersionButtonbandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Continue in rib until band is long enough when slightly stretched to fit up front to commencement of neck shaping finishing on a 2nd row. Sl these sts onto a safety pin.Mark positions for buttons on buttonband, the first one to correspond with buttonhole already worked allowing for one in the neckband and 3 (3, 3, 3, 4) more equally spaced between.

Buttonhole BandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Work to correspond with buttonband, working buttonholes as before to correspond with positions marked for buttons.

neck.Cast off in rib.Mark positions for buttons on buttonband, the first one to correspond with buttonhole already worked, the last one at commencement of front shaping and 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) more equally spaced between.

Buttonhole BandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn.Work to correspond with buttonband, working buttonholes as before to correspond with positions marked for buttons.Join band at centre back by top sewing.

Both DesignsJoin side and sleeve seams by top sewing. Pin front bands into position, sew on by top sewing.Sew on buttons.

NeckbandWith right side of work facing, using 3¼mm needles, rib 7 sts from right front band, K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sts from safety pin at front neck, pick up and K8 (8, 10, 10, 12) sts up right side neck, K7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts from right sleeve, K19 (21, 23, 27, 29) sts from back neck st holder, K7 (7, 7, 7, 9) sts from left sleeve, pick up and K8 (8, 10, 10, 12) sts down left side neck, K2 (2, 2, 3, 3) sts from safety pin, rib across 7 sts of left front band. 67 (69, 75, 81, 91) sts.Commencing on a 2nd row, work 7 rows in rib as given for Back working a buttonhole as before on the 4th and 5th rows.Cast off in rib.

V Neck VersionButtonbandSl 7 sts from safety pin onto a 3¼mm needle, rejoin yarn. Continue in rib until band is long enough when slightly stretched to fit up front, across sleeve top to centre back

babymerinoP116141-61cm16-24ins

DK

Thomas B. Ramden & Co Ltd, Guiseley, Yorks LS20 9PDVisit www.tbramsden.co.uk and subscribe to Wool ‘n’ Threads for free patterns

P1161 © Thomas B Ramsden. All our designs and publications are protected by copyright. Unauthorised copying, in any form, is illegal and represents a breach of this copyright. In the event of any unauthorised and illegal copying we reserve the right to take appropriate legal action to protect

our interests. Prices apply to Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Printed in England.