This is a PDF instant file.

This is a pattern for a handknit sweater for a seven year old child.

My daughter Jirina's name comes from two sources: an actual Czech name which means "farmer," and the way we meant it, as a variation of Irina, meaning "peace." So she got peace sign charms and necklaces for presents through the years.

Here is an update of her peace sweater. The body is red with the highlighted repeating peace signs in dark blue. The peace signs are subtle, interspersed with little diamonds. On the sleeves is a small inset variation of the main trim pattern, with gradient greens to blues against dark red. I love this main trim pattern! The neck, wrists, and hem have a trim with alternating stripes of sunset colors and black. The sleeves also have a small black inset variation of the main trim pattern in rainbow colors.

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 21"
Width 29" all around
Sleeve 17"

Gauge over 4 inches

25 stitches
24 rows

Materials needed
Two sizes straight needles
16" circular needle in smaller size
Various dk weight yarns