This pattern was inspired by the scenes from Harry Potter films where the students return to Hogwarts by train. There are eyelets at the ribs and a band of stranded colour-work round the yoke. The jumper is knitted in parts to the yoke where it is then knitted in rounds. Experienced knitters could easily knit the whole jumper in the round makin...

This is a cosy hoodie to snuggle down in and keep the chills at bay. It is knitted in warm DK wool and has an i-cord drawstring at the hood, optional thumbholes and a decorative rib at the lower edges.There are two versions, one much plainer with fewer cables but the same basic shape .Sizes range from 1 to 13 years . I have included notes for e...

The Elfin Duffle is a whimsical but useful design for babies and children aged up to approximately 3 years. It has a pointed hood finished with a tassel and picot or eyelet borders. Instructions are given for knitting a contrasting picot. The eyelet version is knitted straight to the armholes while the picot version is wider at the lower edge a...

This is a simple raglan jumper for children from 6 months to 6 years. It has an optional button opening on the seam.

This is a vintage-style raglan cardigan for children aged approximately 1 to 11 years, chest size 20 - 30 inches. It will especially appeal to knitters who prefer to work in rows. The colour work is deceptively easy, consisting of a pattern repeat of just 4 stitches. This means that there is no need to carry floats along the back, helping to cr...

This is a simple vintage-style raglan knitted in parts with an optional neck fastening. It is worked in DK yarn. Written instructions include a chart and are given for approximate ages 1 - 11 years, chest size 20 - 30 inches , ( 51 - 76 cms ). I designed the jumper for people who prefer to knit garments on single-pointed needles in rows but lik...

Here are three balaclavas in four sizes ranging from toddler to adult male. Small children love them because they keep their ears as warm as toast and they particularly enjoy the animal version with cat or bear ears. I have gone down one needle size to give a denser and warmer finished garment. The pixie balaclava has a fairisle design and a sl...

The Jazzy Jumper and hat are seam-free, knitted from the bottom up in rounds in DK wool for ages 6 months to 10 years. The colour work is surprisingly simple. Yarns never spanning more than 3 stitches so no there are no floats to carry, there are a minimum of ends to sew in as yarns can be carried upwards, and 4 out of every 10 rounds are singl...

Starlight gives you two variations of a seam-free yoked jumper knitted from the bottom up with an optional neck fastening. Instructions which are written and include charts range from 6 months to 9 years. There are very few ends to sew in as yarns can be carried upwards and the simple but effective stripes only require you to choose two colours...

The Tall Ships jumper can be knitted in any good quality double knitting yarn. I used Debbie Bliss Rialto DK for its softness and lovely range of colours. The body of the jumper is knitted in rounds to the armholes where it is joined to the sleeves which have been knitted in rows. The yoke is then knitted in rounds. A row of colour work, sailin...

This pattern was inspired by the many beautiful shades of yarn that i have left over from other projects that are far too good to waste. The body is knitted in one part to the armholes, where the sleeves (knitted in rows) are joined to form a yoke that is knitted on a long circular needle. There is no carrying of yarns as the pattern never brid...

Puffing Billy is the name of the oldest surviving steam train in the world, currently housed in Northumberland. The jumper of the same name is knitted in parts to the yoke where it is continued in rounds. A steam train with a plume of smoke pulls nine carriages around the top. There are railway track designs at the cuffs and lower edges. I used...

I designed these tops for my grandsons who wanted something special to wear at parties. They look good with a shirt underneath for special occasions or with a T-shirt/polo shirt for an extra layer of warmth when out and about. Instructions are given for approximate ages 1 to11 years. You will need 100-200g of a good quality DK yarn for the back...

I first designed the Bee Happy Jumper for the Spring edition of a popular knitting magazine. It has a button fastening on the shoulder for ease of dressing and is knitted from the bottom up in parts. You will need small amounts of three contrasting colours for the bees and three buttons. Instructions are given for approximate sizes 6 months to ...

The Spruce Jumper is worked in an attractive textured pattern with a row of pine cones at the lower edges. It has a button band at the neck fastened with three buttons for ease of dressing. instructions are given for approximate ages 1 - 9 years. I used Debbie Bliss Rialto DK which is a soft pure wool in an excellent range of colours but any go...

I designed the Log Cabin Jumper for a holiday in Finland in the snow. It is knitted in pure wool double knitting yarn for softness and warmth but you could use any yarn of the same gauge. It is knitted in parts to the yoke where it is continued in rounds. Instructions include charts and are given for approximate ages 1 to 9 years. The colour wo...

I designed this jumper for a trip to Finland close to the Arctic Circle where wool jumpers will be needed, but it would be a warm and attractive layer for winters anywhere. The jumper is knitted in parts to the yoke where it continues in rounds. It has a button fastening at the neck and a very simple but effective colour work design that consis...

The Arctic Circle Cardigan is knitted fronts and back together to the yoke. The sleeves are seamed. it has a simple border to accentuate the cuffs and ribs. The yoke is knitted on a long, or circular needle and the design consists of a repeat of just 4 stitches. I used a flecked yarn with a solid colour to form the contrast. You could substitut...

This pattern was designed with beginners in mind. If you can cast on and off, knit, purl and work two stitches together, the this is for you. The set is worked in aran weight yarn which knits up quickly and you will need just 50g of two colours.

The Star of the Sea Jumper is a simple raglan knitted in parts with a neck opening. instructions are given for approximate ages 1 to 9 years of age. The star symbol is often referred to as the guiding star and is a popular design amongst the seafaring communities of the British Isles. You will only need small amounts of the contrasting yarns.

The Landlubber is an aran design for children in double knitting yarn. The blue example is in Cascade 200 Superwash and the pink uses Debbie Bliss Rialto DK, both chosen for their softness and warmth. Any yarn of the same gauge would work and you will need between 250 - 350 g. The design has an oxo cable, a folded cable and an attractive and ve...

Crazy cats is a simple raglan, knitted in parts for children with bands of cats and paw prints at the lower edges, giving it child appeal. There is a front button fastening for ease of dressing. The written instructions include charts and sizes range from 1 to 9 years. I used Willow and Lark Poetry for it’s softness and excellent colours, but a...

Something Fishy is a yoked jumper for babies and children aged 6 months to 6 years. It is knitted in parts to the yoke where it is joined onto longer needles or a circular one, and it continues to be knitted in rows. The sleeves are plain to avoid small fingers catching in loops on the reverse, and there is a button fastening for ease of dressi...

The Ladybird and Butterfly Jumpers are simple raglans knitted in parts with a front neck fastening for ease of dressing. Instructions are written and include charts for the colourwork. The examples are knitted in Willow and Lark Ramble but any good quality yarn of the same gauge ( standard DK) will produce a good result. For sizes 1 -9 years yo...

Run Rabbit Run is a yoked jumper knitted in rows in 4 ply making it ideal for spring, summer, autumn and indoor wear. It is knitted in parts to the armhole shaping where it is joined to form a yoke. It has a neck fastening for ease of dressing and instructions are given for approximate ages 6 months to 6 years. I used Debbie Bliss Rialto 4ply b...

This simple raglan jumper has a row of jolly jelly fish at the chest set against a background of seaside stripes. A neck fastening makes dressing easy. It has great appeal for children. Instructions include a chart and are given for approximate ages 1 to 6 years. I used Debbie Bliss Rialto DK but any double knitting of the same gauge would work...

The Hop Little Bunnies jumper can be knitted in any double knitting of a standard gauge ( 22sts and 30 rows to 10 cms). It is knitted in parts and seamed, with a buttoned front neck fastening for ease of dressing. The colour work designs are given in chart form and there are detailed instructions for positioning them. Sizes available range from...

The Floral Jumper and Hat in double knitting require 4 (5) (5) (6) x 50g of yarn in main colour for sizes 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 and 7-8 years, and an additional small amount of three further colours for the borders. You will also need 3 buttons and two cable needles for the i-cord. Instructions for an optional eyelet detail at the lower ribs are given....

The Tulips Cardigans offer a choice of yokes, one with a band of tulips and the other with flowers continuing to the neckband. a band of eyelets on the fronts effortlessly form buttonholes. The cardigans are knitted in rows throughout. As well as a main colour, you will need small amounts of three contrasting colours. Sizes range from 1 to 8 ye...

The Vintage Christmas Jumper has a row of fir trees at the lower edge on the four larger sizes, a colour work detail at the cuffs and a leaping reindeer pulling a sleigh across the front. It is knitted in parts from the bottom up with a neck fastening so no tight neckbands to contend with. IThe jumper knitted in double knitting yarn. The patter...

The Snowmen Jumper is designed for children to have fun in. A happy band of snowmen across the raglan give it a festive, wintery feel. It is knitted in parts from the bottom up and instructions range from approximately 1 - 9 years.There’s a neck fastening so no tight necks to contend with. The scarves are added at the end and are either knitted...

Children love snowmen especially ones with matching hats. The jumper is knitted in parts and has a front seam opening so no tight necks for little ones. The snowman is created using stranded colour work, following a chart. I used Schachenmayr Merino Extrafine 120 as it has good stitch definition for colour work and comes in a wide range of colo...

This simple raglan design has an easy textured pattern and is knitted in parts with a front button fastening. I like to add novelty buttons, a detail children enjoy. It’s knitted in double knitting weight yarn ( I chose pure wool ) and is a very useful addition to any child’s wardrobe.

This is a festive design without being exclusively for Christmas wear. It is knitted in parts and joined with seams . There is a front neck fastening for ease of dressing. You will require approximately 3 (4) (5) (6)(7) x 50g balls of yarn in main colour and 1x 50g of a contrast, and 3 buttons.

I designed this warm jumper for my grandson who was starting school although it would be suitable for any occasion. It’s easy to pull on and off and has a cable braid to make it easy to tell the front from the back. The braid consists of a six row pattern repeat, three of which are just purl, on a reversed stocking stitch panel, so it is very e...

These jumpers are knitted in either sport weight or one of the lighter double knitting yarns. They are knitted in parts and the noses are embroidered on at the end. They would be perfect for a baby’s first Christmas. The pattern even includes a traditional, vintage style bonnet in two designs.

This is a cosy aran style jumper knitted in parts with a warm cross over colour and instructions are given for approximate ages 1 to 8 years. The pattern has an 8 row repeat making it easier to memorise and a less complex project than it looks. It is knitted in warm wool double knitting yarn and has a neat vintage fit.

The Shell Seeker cardigan and jumper have deep pockets for storing all those treasures children find and a snug bonnet or hat to keep out the breeze. I used warm DK wool . An additional 50g of main colour is required for those wishing to make the matching headwear. Sizes range from approximately 1 to 7 years of age, chest sizes 53 -69 cms.

The Macavity Cat Jumper is knitted in parts to the yoke where it can be continued in rows or rounds depending on your preference. An optional instruction is also given for slightly lowering the front neck. This cosy jumper is knitted in warm double knitting wool and has a comfortable fit so you can wear a layer underneath. A small amount of con...

This attractive jumper is a must for cat lovers. Instructions are given for ages 1 to 8 years. It is knitted in DK and I choses pastels for summer wear but it looks equally good in bolder colours. The jumper is knitted in parts to the yoke. The front is shaped to lower the neck before commencing the yoke. From this point it can be knitted in ro...

These jumpers have a neat vintage fit and a button fastening at the neck. They are knitted flat and joined with seams. The colour work is simple with full instructions given for placing the design on each size. I used Willow and Lark Poetry because it is super soft for young skin, has a wool content to keep children warm and is pleasantly light...

This timeless little jumper has a simple raglan style with hems for welts and crisp stripes to give it a Breton feel. I like to knit it in pure wool to keep out the sea breezes - any good quality double knitting will work. Small amounts of three additional colours are required to complete the boat. The pattern includes a chart and instructions ...

This pattern includes three designs inspired by the Aran Islands and their knitting traditions. The jumpers have designs representing sand, seashells, fishermen’s cables and chains, seaweed and crabs claws. I like to knit children’s aran jumpers in double knitting for a lighter feel. I chose faded, seaside colours to complete the look. The jump...

This charming set has a vintage, traditional feel. It was inspired by fair isle knitting. It is worked in one piece to the armholes to avoid extra sewing in of ends. The colour work is very simple and there is no weaving in of carried yarns on the back. You will require small amounts of three contrasting colours for the borders. This pattern is...

This is the pattern I would have liked when my own children were small and but I didn’t have time to design it. The little people design is seen the world over in folk knitting and it“s referred to as dancers, farmers, cowboys, paper dolls etc. It is a seam free garment knitted from the bottom up, with a lowered front neck. It is knitted in war...

The Star Cardigan is a timeless design with a vintage feel. It would be a perfect, simple project for someone quite new to seam free knitting. It’s made in Debbie Bliss Rialto DK and sizes range from 1 to 8 years.

The Star-Yoked Jumper is knitted in the round so is seam free. It is an ideal introduction for someone knitting in the round for the first time. The neck is lowered at the front using short rows for which detailed instructions are given. The zig zag design only requires four rows of pattern and is very effective. The jumper is knitted in warm d...

The goose jumper and hat are knitted in warm, Schachenmayr merino wool. It is made in parts and has a Scandinavian feel with geese and hearts across the yoke surrounded by a border. Instructions are given for ages 6 months to 7 years.

This cosy jumper knitted in soft, warm wool will be sure to appeal to children with hedgehogs scampering around the yoke. The body has a textured body and sleeves to echo the prickles of the hedgehogs. It is knitted in parts and joined together from the yoke where it is knitted in back and forth rows. Instructions are also given for knitting it...

This jumper has nordic style reindeer round a yoke and is designed for children aged 3 to 10 years old. It is knitted flat but can also be knitted in rounds at the yoke.

Babies get a scaled down version of a Scandinavian style jumper with reindeer at the yoke and a button fastening for easy dressing. It is knitted in the flat, on one long needle at the yoke, but in rows. However, with a very minor change ( given in the pattern ) it can be knitted on a circular needle.

This is a fun knit for children with little crabs side-stepping round the yoke. It’s made in soft merino wool to keep out the chills. I first made it nearly three years ago and was asked by so many people where I’d got the pattern, that I’ve recorded it, adding a plain version. Above all, children love it and look gorgeous wearing it.

This pattern will appeal to the train lover in your family. There are options for a hood and thumbholes and children will adore the pocket at the front in the form of a tunnel which the train goes through.

I have made this pattern several times for my grandchildren and it’s been much admired. It’s a comfortable fit for ease of movement and has a front neck fastening with pulling over little heads in mind. Instructions are given for sizes 6 months to 8 years. I usually make it in Debbie Bliss Rialto DK which is pure wool but you could use a substi...

This unisex jumper has a vintage fit and design. When I was growing up my two sisters and I would have a couple of these jumpers each year to wear over floral skirts or dresses and my two brothers would have similar ones to wear with knee length shorts. Instructions are from 6 months to 8 years. The intervals between the contrasting stitches ar...

These animal hats are knitted in aran yarn and require small amounts of contrasting colours. They have flaps to keep little ears warm and are very popular with children who would otherwise resist wearing a hat. the skills required to complete them are simple. If you can knit, purl, cast on and off, work a simple increase and decrease , and pick...

This cosy little jumper comes in four sizes ranging from 6 months to 5 years and is knitted in pure wool to keep out the chills. It has a border of seahorses to appeal to children, a front button fastening to make dressing easier and it is a comfortable fit to allow for ease of movement.

These charming bonnets are made in pure wool to keep out the cold and come in three sizes, newborn, 6 months and 12 months. Babies differ enormously and these are based on average sizes. An attractive zig-zag frames the face and the decreases on the crown form a star ( a simpler version omitting this is included ). The bonnet can be fastened lo...

This scarf pattern is a good introduction to aran knitting for crafters new to this sort of work, and a satisfying project for those with more experience. It incorporates designs from the island communities of the windswept isles of Aran, off the west coast of Ireland, from at least 500 years ago. Residents made a living from the land and the s...