Cocoon Sweater by Kira Dulaney

Cocoon Sweater

Knitting
March 2007
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 23 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 9 - 5.5 mm
275 - 325 yards (251 - 297 m)
6 months(1 year) 23"(25") chest
English
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This pattern is also available in the Quick Baby and Toddler Sweaters Bundle, which also includes the Organic Hoodie and Fireside Jacket, for $8.00. All three patterns are knit seamlessly from the bottom up with aran or bulky weight yarns for quickly finished sweaters.

This cozy sweater is perfect for bundling up an adorable baby. Knit almost seamlessly from the bottom up, it’s a great basic sweater with charming details. You’ll want to make a few in gender-neutral colors so you’ll be ready for last-minute baby shower invitations!

GAUGE
4” = 15 sts and 23 rows in Stocking Stitch on larger needles

SIZES
6 months(1 year)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Chest: 23”(25”)
Length: 10.5”(11.5”)
Sleeve Length to Underarm: 6.5”(7”)

MATERIALS
275(325) yards bulky weight yarn
US 7/4.5mm and US 9/5.5mm 24” or longer circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
US 7/4.5mm and US 9/5.5mm set of 4 double-pointed needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
size G/4mm crochet hook or size needed to create neat looking chain stitch markers, preferably in two different styles or colors
stitch holders
yarn needle