Micah’s Raglan Sweater was designed with my sweet nephew in mind. This sweater is meant to be a classic closet staple, elevated by cabled raglan seams. It is knit from the top down with deep shaping for mobility and folded cuffs for quick growth.

Sizing
1, 2, 3, 4 (5, 6, 7, 8)
Finished circumference: 22, 23.5, 25, 26.5 (28, 29.5, 31, 32) in / 56, 59.5, 64, 68 (72, 75.5, 79.5, 81.5) cm
Note: To choose the best fit, measure the circumference of child’s chest and add 4 in / 10 cm of positive ease. While sizes listed are standard, children’s sizes vary greatly; always size up if unsure. See schematic for detailed finished garment measurements. Sample shown in size 1.

Yarn
310, 380, 440, 490 (580, 700, 760, 865) yds / 283, 347, 402, 448 (530, 640, 695, 791) m DK weight 100% superwash wool yarn. Includes yds/m needed for gauge swatch.
Suggested Yarns: Sandnes Garn Smart (sample) or Drops Karisma ($), Cascade 220 Superwash ($$), Patons Classic Wool DK Superwash ($$$), La Bien Aimée Merino DK ($$$$), Spincycle Yarns Dreamstate ($$$$$)
Note: Yarn needs may differ; always purchase more. Sample is shown in Size Baby; 300 yards of Sandnes Garn Smart, 100% superwash wool; 109 yds/100 m per 50g skein.

Gauge
21 stitches & 28 rounds = 4” (10cm) in stockinette in the round, after blocking, on larger needles

US size 6 (4 mm) 16 or 24 inch circular needle and DPNs or preferred needle for small circumference knitting
US size 2.5 (3 mm) 16 or 24 inch circular needle and DPNs or preferred needle for small circumference knitting
OR needle size required to obtain gauge
Extras: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, cable needle

Techniques
German twisted cast on, knitting in the round, right and left leaning increases, cables, stockinette stitch, ribbing, sewn bind off, picking up stitches, sewing down a collar

Credits
Technical Editor: Heather Storta
Pattern testers shown in project page.