A simple textured striped hoodie with knit as you go garter stitch front bands for a boy or a girl.

Drop shoulder sleeves and a neat hood make this is an easy to knit pattern.

Knitted in 8ply merino and sized 1-10 years.

TENSION: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10 cm [4 ins] over stst on 4 mm [6 US] needles.

To fit:

Age:1-2/ 3-4/ 5-6/ 7-8/ 9/ 10 years

To fit size: 51/ 56/ 61/ 66/ 71 76 cm  //  20/ 22/ 24/ 26/ 28/ 30 ins

MATERIALS:

Recommended yarn - 8ply Merino: 5/ 6/ 6/ 7/ 8/ 9 x50gm Balls

One pair each size 3.25 mm [3 US], 4 mm [6 US] knitting needles knitting needles, stitch holders and 6/7 buttons.