Bertes sweater with raglan in Viking Alpaca Storm (Children’s version). The sweater is knitted from the bottom up and is available in sizes for children aged 2-12 years. The sweater in the photo is size 10 years. The pattern is also available in adult sizes.

Sizes
2 (4) 6 (8) 10 (12)

Measurements
Bust circumference: 61 (65) 69 (73) 81 (86) cm
Full length: 35 (40) 45 (50) 54 (58) cm
Sleeve length: 24 (27) 32 (37) 40 (42) cm
Neck circumference: 38 (38) 38 (39) 41 (42) cm

Gauge
21 stitches x 27 rows in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles = 10 x 10 cm

NOTE: Needle size is only a guide. If you get too many stitches on 10 cm, change to a larger needle size. If you get too few stitches on 10 cm, change to a smaller needle size.

Needles
Double-pointed needles and circular needles (40 cm) size 3 mm
Circular needles (40 cm and 60 cm) size 4 mm

Yarn and yarn amounts
Viking Alpaca Storm, 40% superfine alpaca, 40% merino wool, 20% nylon, yardage per skein 50 g = 133 m
Colour 527 Denim Blue, 150 (200) 250 (250) 300 (350) g
Colour 502 Natural, 50 g

Knitting the Bertes sweater
The Bertes sweater is knitted in the round, which means that instead of knitting back and forth in rows, you’ll be working in continuous circles to create a seamless garment. Knitting in the round is an efficient technique that eliminates the need for side seams, giving the jumper a smooth, even finish.