How to Knit Ivy-Patterned Baby Sweater with Two Skewers

Knitting is a wonderful and relaxing hobby that allows you to create beautiful and unique clothing items for yourself or your loved ones. One of the most popular knitting patterns is the ivy-patterned baby sweater. This pattern is not only adorable but also practical, as it provides warmth and comfort for your little one. In this article, we will show you how to knit an ivy-patterned baby sweater with two skewers.

Materials Required

2 Skeins of baby yarn

1 Pair of skewers (size 4mm)

1 Pair of scissors

1 Tapestry needle

Instructions

Step 1: Cast on 62 stitches onto one of your skewers.

Step 2: Knit two rows in stockinette stitch.

Step 3: Start knitting the ivy pattern. To do this, follow the instructions below:

Row 1: *Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 16, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 2: *Purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 16, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 3: *Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 2, purl 14, knit 2, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 4: *Purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 2, knit 14, purl 2, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 5: *Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 4, purl 12, knit 4, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 6: *Purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 4, knit 12, purl 4, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 7: *Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 6, purl 10, knit 6, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 8: *Purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 6, knit 10, purl 6, repeat from * to end of row.

Row 9: *Knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 8, purl 8, knit 8, repeat from * to end of row.

: *Purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 1, knit 1, purl 8, knit 8, purl 8, repeat from * to end of row.

Step 4: Repeat rows 3 to 10 until the ivy pattern reaches 11 inches.

Step 5: Knit two rows in stockinette stitch.

Step 6: Bind off all stitches.

Step 7: Sew the front and back of the sweater together at the shoulders.

Step 8: Pick up stitches along the armhole and knit two rows in stockinette stitch.

Step 9: Start knitting the ivy pattern again. Repeat rows 3 to 10 until the ivy pattern reaches 5 inches.

Step 10: Knit two rows in stockinette stitch.

Step 11: Bind off all stitches.

Step 12: Sew the sleeves onto the body of the sweater.

Step 13: Pick up stitches along the neckline and knit two rows in stockinette stitch.

Step 14: Bind off all stitches.

Step 15: Sew the sides of the sweater together.

Congratulations! You have successfully knitted an ivy-patterned baby sweater with two skewers. This beautiful and cozy sweater is perfect for keeping your little one warm and stylish. We hope you enjoyed this tutorial and happy knitting!