This basic shape is great for kids – it fits well, without a lot of extra bulk.

Finished Measurements:
Infant: 13” circumference, 6.3” rise
3-6 months:15” circumference, 6.5” rise
12 -18 months:16.5” circumference, 7” rise
2 years:18” circumference, 7” rise
4 years:20.5” circumference, 7.5” rise

Skill level: Intermediate

Skills required: Knit in the round on circular and double-pointed needles, stranding colour-work.

Materials:
Yardage:
50 (65, 85,90,100) yds main colour, worsted weight yarn
10 (10, 20, 20 , 20) yds each of 2 complementary colours, worsted weight yarn
Size 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, 16” cord
Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle, 16” cord
Set of Size 7 (4.5 mm) dpn’s
6 stitch markers (5 of one colour, 1 of another)
Darning needle to sew ends in

Gauge: 4 inches = 18 sts and 26 rows in Stockinette Stitch on Size 7 (4.5 mm) needles