Knitting Pattern: Finnish Shield Two Years
Knitting Pattern: Finnish Shield Two Years
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This is a pattern for a hand knit sweater for a two year old child.
The main pattern is white snowflakes on a dark blue background. Inset at the front and back is a striking pattern of gold lions on a red background. There are also mini flags in the Finnish colors. At the hem and the wrists is a traditional pattern of people in white on a varying blue background. At the neck, wrist, and hem is a pattern of alternating stripes in variegated blue and periwinkle. The back and front are similar with small adjustments. The neck has one pewter clasp. On the sleeves are more snowflakes with another variation of the Finnish flag. You don't have to be Finnish to wear this sweater!
Pattern has written directions, materials lists, and full color charts to enlarge. The pattern assumes a good knowledge of knitting, or at least an adventurous spirit and a knitting guidelines book. Obviously other color combinations are possible.
Have fun!
Finished measurements
Height 13.25"
Width 24.5" around
Sleeve 11"
Gauge 25 stitches 26 rows over 4 inches
Materials needed
Various dk weight yarns
Two sizes straight needles
16” circular needle smaller size
Pewter clasp
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My patterns are meant to be knit fearlessly, changing details as desired. You can omit background details to simplify the picture, or you can change colors freely to suit your intended recipient.
I do have a strange gauge for the size needles I use, so IT IS CRUCIAL that you match the gauge to your own knitting style. Have fun!
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