Children's Reindeer sweater Novita Venla

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Reindeer Sweater's coming to town! And in case you didn't know, reindeer is poro in Finnish. A basic sweater from Novita Venla yarn with a cute reindeer in intarsia technique, neatly finished with an embellished bow tie.
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    N041947
    Size
    110(122)134(146) cm

    Yarn demand
    Novita Venla
    (505) Apple Blossom 200(250)300(350) g,
    (606) Sandy Beach <50 g and
    some (010) Off White, (543) Tomato and (499) Charcoal

    and some Novita Nalle (366) Nettle for the bowtie

    Needles and other supplies
    Needles
    Novita 2½ mm (UK 12½ / US 1½) and 3 mm (UK 11 / US 2½) or sizes needed;

    2½ mm circular needle (40 cm / 16 in) for the neckline

    Designer
    Sisko Sälpäkivi

    Back

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 102(108)114(120) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm. Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 27(29)31(34) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends = 86(92)98(104) sts.

    When the armhole measures 12(13)14(15) cm, bind off the middle 36(38)38(38) sts for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. On every other row bind off 2x1 st at the neckline edge.

    When the armhole measures 14(15)16(17) cm, bind off the 23(25)28(31) shoulder sts.

    Knit the other side in the same manner.

    Front

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 102(108)114(120) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm.

    Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 8(11)13(16) cm, begin the intarsia pattern on row 1 of the chart. The midpoint of the piece is marked with an arrow, use that to determine the starting point. Work rows 2-79, then use Apple Blossom for the rest of the piece.

    Note: You can also knit the whole front piece using the main colour and then embroider the reindeer design using duplicate sts.

    When the piece measures 27(29)31(34) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends = 86(92)98(104) sts.

    When the armhole measures 7(8)9(10) cm, leave the middle 18(20)20(20) sts on hold for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. On every other row bind off 1x3 sts, 2x2 sts and 4x1 st at the neckline edge.

    When the armhole measures 14(15)16(17) cm, bind off the 23(25)28(31) shoulder sts.

    Knit the other side in the same manner.

    Sleeves

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 50(52)52(54) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm. Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 7(7)6(6) cm, increase 1 st at both ends. Repeat the increases 0(1)0(0) more time(s) every 3 cm, 11(11)13(14) times every 2 cm, and 0(0)2(3) times every 1 cm = 74(78)84(90) sts.

    When the piece measures 31(34)36(39) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends. Bind off the remaining sts.

    Knit the other sleeve in the same manner.

    Finishing

    Pin to measurements wrong side up, mist and allow to dry.

    Following the chart, embroider the reindeer's eyes with duplicate stitches. Use back stitches for the eyelashes.

    Bowtie: With Nettle held double cast on 6 sts and work garter st for 6 cm. Bind off. Twist some yarn around the middle and secure it on the backside. Sew the bowtie to the sweater.

    Sew the shoulder seams.

    Neckline edge: Using the circular needle and Apple Blossom pick up the sts you left on hold as well as additional sts from the neckline edge for 108(110)110(112) sts in total (start at one of the shoulder seams). Work ribbing in the round for 3 cm, then bind off in pattern.

    Sew the shoulder seams. Attach the sleeves following the red markings on the pattern. Sew the sleeve seams and side seams.

    Finished dimensions
    body circumference 72(76)80(84) cm / 28¼(30)31½(33) in length 41(44)47(51) cm / 16¼(17¼)18½(20) in inner sleeve length 31(34)36(39) cm / 12¼(13½)14¼(15¼) in

    Stitch patterns & gauge
    Stitch patterns
    - Ribbing: *k1, p1*, repeat *-*. On the wrong side rows, knit the knit sts and purl the purl sts.
    - Stockinette stitch: knit the right side rows and purl the wrong side rows.
    - Ribbing in the round: *k2, p2*, repeat *-*.
    - Intarsia: work stockinette stitch following the chart and instructions. In intarsia

    Back

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 102(108)114(120) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm. Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 27(29)31(34) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends = 86(92)98(104) sts.

    When the armhole measures 12(13)14(15) cm, bind off the middle 36(38)38(38) sts for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. On every other row bind off 2x1 st at the neckline edge.

    When the armhole measures 14(15)16(17) cm, bind off the 23(25)28(31) shoulder sts.

    Knit the other side in the same manner.

    Front

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 102(108)114(120) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm.

    Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 8(11)13(16) cm, begin the intarsia pattern on row 1 of the chart. The midpoint of the piece is marked with an arrow, use that to determine the starting point. Work rows 2-79, then use Apple Blossom for the rest of the piece.

    Note: You can also knit the whole front piece using the main colour and then embroider the reindeer design using duplicate sts.

    When the piece measures 27(29)31(34) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends for the armholes. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends = 86(92)98(104) sts.

    When the armhole measures 7(8)9(10) cm, leave the middle 18(20)20(20) sts on hold for the neckline. Work one shoulder at a time. On every other row bind off 1x3 sts, 2x2 sts and 4x1 st at the neckline edge.

    When the armhole measures 14(15)16(17) cm, bind off the 23(25)28(31) shoulder sts.

    Knit the other side in the same manner.

    Sleeves

    Using the smaller needles and Apple Blossom cast on 50(52)52(54) sts and work ribbing for 4 cm. Switch to the larger needles and work stockinette st.

    When the piece measures 7(7)6(6) cm, increase 1 st at both ends. Repeat the increases 0(1)0(0) more time(s) every 3 cm, 11(11)13(14) times every 2 cm, and 0(0)2(3) times every 1 cm = 74(78)84(90) sts.

    When the piece measures 31(34)36(39) cm, bind off 1x4 sts at both ends. On every other row decrease 4x1 st at both ends. Bind off the remaining sts.

    Knit the other sleeve in the same manner.

    Finishing

    Pin to measurements wrong side up, mist and allow to dry.

    Following the chart, embroider the reindeer's eyes with duplicate stitches. Use back stitches for the eyelashes.

    Bowtie: With Nettle held double cast on 6 sts and work garter st for 6 cm. Bind off. Twist some yarn around the middle and secure it on the backside. Sew the bowtie to the sweater.

    Sew the shoulder seams.

    Neckline edge: Using the circular needle and Apple Blossom pick up the sts you left on hold as well as additional sts from the neckline edge for 108(110)110(112) sts in total (start at one of the shoulder seams). Work ribbing in the round for 3 cm, then bind off in pattern.

    Sew the shoulder seams. Attach the sleeves following the red markings on the pattern. Sew the sleeve seams and side seams.


    Beginner

    Have you just learned to knit, maybe still trying to figure out the very basics like knit and purl stitches? Or are you picking up knitting again for the first time since elementary school? Start here.

    Technique

    Beginner-level patterns include only basic knitting techniques: knitting and purling. You’ll also need to cast on and cast off stitches. The projects can be worked flat or in the round. Easy, regular decreases are used. Most patterns are worked in stockinette or garter stitch. Other simple stitch patterns may occur, and they are always detailed in the written pattern. Stripes of different colours may be used, but no more advanced colourwork.

    Patterns

    All patterns are written and do not include charts. Abbreviations are not used. Getting gauge is not crucial to the finished piece. Patterns include mostly accessories such as scarved and beanies. Pillowcases and other home decoration pieces.

    Adventurous beginner

    Got the basics covered? You’d like to take a swing at your first pair of socks, perhaps some easy cables or colourwork? A treasure of patterns awaits you on this level.

    Technique

    Patterns on this level may include simple colourwork, cables or lace. Colourwork patterns repeats are relatively short, cables simple and symmetrical and lace patterns easy and relatively small, covering details rather than entire pieces. The colourwork, cable and lace stitches are not worked into decreases or increases. Colourwork yarn floats are short, max. 3-4 stitches. Picking up stitches may occur. On this level, you’ll also find easy patterns using domino knitting, log cabin knitting or tunisian crochet.

    Patterns

    Patterns may include simple charts. In case special techniques are employed, they are detailed our in the instructions, either as text or e.g. through videos. The patterns may also suggest ”shortcuts”, i.e. easier ways to accomplish a technique. Most of the basic socks with heel flaps or afterthought heels are on this level, as well as mittens with no-gusset thumbs. There’s also plenty of sweaters, usually yoke sweaters or raglan sleeve sweaters.

    Intermediate

    So knitting is a regular hobby for you? Abbreviations, charts and instructions are no more than a walk in the park? Perhaps you’re looking for something to challenge yourself with, even at the odds of frogging?

    Technique

    In addition to basic techniques, some special techniques may be employed on this level, e.g. short rows. The same pattern may include both lace and cables. Magic loop knitting or entrelac, two-coloured brioche stitch, also here. In general, patterns require a more advanced ability to "read" your knitting. Lace patterns are also more advanced than on the previous level, but the lace stitches are still worked on right side only. Intarsia may be included, but in relatively simple and symmetrical patterns.

    Patterns

    Patterns on this level can feature concurrent shaping, e.g. neckline shaping at the same time as sleeve decreases or sleeve decreases into cable pattern. Sweater sleeves may require more advanced shaping. Most of our sweaters are at this level. Other patterns include e.g. magic loop patterns and toe-up socks.

    Advanced

    Turn off that telly and lash the doors, maximum concetration required! Although this skill level doesn’t bring much more in terms of technique, there’s simply more going on at the same time. Skill, concentration and perception are requisite.

    Technique

    On this level, you’ll find more advanced intarsia patterns, including intarsia in the round. Brioche patterns with decreases and/or cables are also here. Beginning of rounds may shift and multiple markers are needed. Lace or cable stitches may be worked also from wrong side. We’ve also included patterns featuring steeks here. Steeking isn’t hard as such, but requires the nerves and confidence of an experienced knitter.

    Patterns

    Patterns may include complex steps and require simultaneous reading of both charts and written instructions. Gauge may vary over different steps of the project. The patterns often feature much details and a combination of techniques. The size of the project is not what determines whether it’s advanced or not; focus is on technique, overall complexity and the risk of errors during the project.

    Gauge and Swatching

    Every pattern is based on a certain gauge, expressed as stitches or rows per 10 cm. It is important that you make a swatch to check your gauge before you start the actual project. If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern’s gauge, your finished garment won’t be the correct size either.

    Swatching Start by knitting a swatch. Use the yarn, the needles and the stitch pattern you intend to use in the project. Make the swatch a little wider than 10 cm, so that you’ll be able to measure the stitches properly. Block the swatch by pinning it to a surface, then steam it gently. Count the stitches; put a pin in a stitch, then measure 10 cm from that stitch and put another pin there. Count the stitches from pin to pin – that’s your gauge! If needed, measure both horizontal and vertical gauge (rows). If you’re measuring rib or brioche stitches, stretch out the swatch slightly before measuring.

    Adjusting gauge

    If your gauge doesn’t match the pattern gauge, you can adjust it by switching needle size. If your swatch has too few stitches per 10 cm (i.e. your knitting is too loose), switch to smaller needles. Conversely, if your swatch has too many stitches per 10 cm, your knitting is too tight and you’ll need a larger pair of needles. Always knit another swatch in order to determine proper gauge and sizing. Also note that the pattern yardage only applies to the pattern yarn, the yardage may differ if you choose another yarn.

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