Boys Sweater Set Knitting Pattern (PDF Download)

Boys sweater set knitting pattern including a short-sleeve sweater, matching shorts, peaked cap and two-colour socks. The sweater features a delicate lacy front panel, with the rest of the set kept simple for a classic, timeless look.

This pattern is suitable for baby boys or reborn dolls and can be knitted in 4ply or DK yarn depending on the size required.

Sizes included:

15–16” (2.5–4lb prem)

16–17” (3–5lb prem)

18–19” (5–7lb newborn)

20–21” (8–10lb newborn)

22” (0–3 months)

Skills required:

Knit, purl, knit 2 stitches together, slip stitches, pass slipped stitches over, yarn forward and pick up stitches.

Materials

15–16” (37.5–40cm) Approx 2.5–4lb Prem

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A

100g 4ply yarn in contrast colour B

4 buttons

4 stitch holders

1 pair 2.75mm needles

Tension: 30 sts and 38 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

16–17” (40–42.5cm) Approx 3–5lb Prem

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A

100g 4ply yarn in contrast colour B

4 buttons

4 stitch holders

1 pair 3.25mm needles

Tension: 28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

18–19” (45–47.5cm) Approx 5–7lb Newborn

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A

100g 4ply yarn in contrast colour B

4 buttons

4 stitch holders

1 pair 3.75mm needles

OR DK yarn and 3.25mm needles

Tension: 26 sts and 34 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

20–21” (50–52.5cm) Approx 8–10lb Newborn

100g DK yarn in main colour A

150g DK yarn in contrast colour B

4 buttons

4 stitch holders

1 pair 3.75mm needles

Tension: 24 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

22” (55cm) 0–3 Months

100g DK yarn in main colour A

150g DK yarn in contrast colour B

4 buttons

4 stitch holders

1 pair 4mm needles

Tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch