This sweater is quick and interesting to knit, with minimal finishing. The claw cables, one of which travels up the back and over the hood like a dragon’s dorsal ridge, add to the organic feel of the design. The hood and the thickness added by the cables make this a cozy sweater for chilly days. Instructions are given for both long-sleeve and vest versions.

This pattern is also available in the Quick Baby and Toddler Sweaters Pattern Collection, which also includes the Cocoon Sweater and Fireside Jacket, for $12.00. All three patterns are knit seamlessly from the bottom up with aran or bulky weight yarns for quickly finished sweaters.

GAUGE
4” = 16.5 sts and 20.5 rows in Stocking Stitch on larger needles

SIZES
2 years(4 years, 6 years)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Chest: 23”(25”, 27.5”)
Body Length: 13.5”(15.25”, 16.5”)
Sleeve Length: 9”(10”, 11.5”)

MATERIALS
Sweater: 450(550, 650) yards aran weight yarn
Vest: 360(460, 560) yards aran weight yarn
US 6 (4mm) and 8 (5mm) 24-29” circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
US 6 (4mm) and 8 (5mm) sets of 4 double-pointed needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
cable needle
stitch markers
stitch holders or scrap yarn
yarn needle
10”(12”, 14”) separating zipper in color similar to yarn, if possible
sewing needle and thread in color similar to yarn