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This cute baby and toddler jacket is a functional shape with a wide cut sleeve to fit over other clothing easily. The lumber jacket styling has hidden mid front pockets to keep little hands warm or for hiding soothers! Of course you can omit these when knitting too.
3 sizes written pattern, will fit up to a large age two to three.
We love wool and it's offered here in three shades of an aran weight merino spun in Donegal.
Needle Size 5mm throughout or size to achieve tension
Tension on Stockinette: 16 sts and 22-24 rows to 4in (10 cm) square
Notions needed: tapestry needle for sewing (not included)
Measurements
Small Size 1 : Chest 20ins (51cm) Length 9.5ins (24cm)
Medium Size 2: Chest 24ins (61cm) Length 11ins (28cm)
Large Size 3: Chest 28ins (32cm). Length 12.5ins (32cm)
the width is generous, we suggest knitting small for up to six month, medium for up to one year and large for up to two years. The kaftan is quite a 'box' or square shape, increase the length of the back and the fronts to make a longer jacket. ADD another ball of the colour from our wool shop. However, you will have enough in the kit to add a couple of inches of length.
Included in the Kit:
For size 1, the pattern printed and as a download, 200 g of merino wool, and one floral buttons
For size 2, the pattern printed and as a download, 250g of merino wool and two floral buttons
For size 3, the pattern printed and as a download, 300 g of merino wool and three floral buttons
(We will send the download to your contact e mail given, any questions you might have about the pattern can be sent back to us at the same address)
BUTTONS: if you would prefer dark olive wood buttons x 2 please ADD this to notes when ordered, or in a follow up e mail.
The yarns are dyed and spun in Donegal and conform to the REACH European standard.
As it knits in one piece there is very little sewing, only the short side and underarm seams need stitched. Suitable for boys and girls.
WOOL CARE wool wash with other wool garments in a suitable wool liquid, dry flat. or lightly hand wash in a bit of hair shampoo, since, squeeze in a towel and dry flat.Wool is naturally antibacterial and self cleaning through a process called 'wicking', it is the ideal choice for baby outerwear, offering breathable warmth and insulation.
Lead Time: Should ship within week of ordering