This little sweater, in 4 sizes to fit baby from Newborn to 18 months, is knit in the round to the armhole shaping where the front and back are divided and worked separately. The sleeves are also knit separately with a shaped cap then set-in for a fitted, more dressy look. The Eastport Alpaca, either factory or Hand Spun, makes it extra luxurious and oh, so soft.

This knitting pattern is well illustrated and includes a bonus tutorial teaching 3 needle bind off with lots of pictures.

Nancy Elizabeth Designs downloadable knitting patterns.

Skill levels: 2 Easy

Skills Required:
Work in the round on a circular needle, Knit, Purl and Decreases for shaping.

INTRO:
I wanted a simple but classy design for a little boy. The shaped armhole gives it a dressier, more fitted look. Of course, this would also look beautiful on a baby girl if knit in a complimentary colour. A trio of buttons on the shoulder adds style and makes for easier dressing.

Size
0-3 months 6 months, 12 months, 18 months,

Finished Measurements
Chest: 21 21.5, 22.25, 23 inches - 54 55, 56.5, 58 cm
Length: 10.5 11.25, 12, 13 inches - 26.5 28.5, 31, 32.5 cm

Materials
Yarn:
Louet Sales Eastport Alpaca DK Wt. 900yds/lb, 70% Alpaca (Huacaya & Suri)/ 30% Merino Snowy Natural 75gr Skein 3 3, 3, 4, skeins
OR Nancy Elizabeth Designs HandSpun Eastport Alpaca DK Wt. approx. 40 yds/oz. 70% Alpaca (Huacaya & Suri)/ 30% Merino, 1 oz (28 gram skeins) 6 7, 9, 10, skeins

Recommended needle sizes
Size 4 mm (US size 6) circular 16 inches long.

Notions
• Stitch holders or yarn lengths to hold stitches
• 3 Buttons

Gauge
20 sts and 32 rows per 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern stitch

We also have this designs as a finished handknit sweater in 2 different yarns (oops one has been sold) The Hand Knit Alpaca Baby Sweater and as a kit “The Alpaca Baby Pullover Kit” for you to knit yourself which includes your choice of commercial or handspun Eastport Alpaca Yarn to complete the project.