Skill level: advanced beginner to intermediate
Sizes: 1-2 yo (2-4 yo, 4-6 yo, 6-8 yo, 8-10 yo, 10-12 yo)
Finished bust dimensions: about 25.75 (27.5, 28.25, 30, 31.5, 33) inches or 64 (69, 72, 76, 80, 84) cm
Suggested Yarn: DK weight yarn, total of about 515 (570, 710, 765, 960, 1030) yds or 470 (520, 650, 700, 880, 940) m. I used Onion No.4 Organic Wool + Nettles 50g 130m from Fair Light Fibers
Needles: sizes 4 and 6 (3.5 and 4 mm) 32-inch (80cm) circular needle, or size needed to obtain gauge. A smaller size needle is used for the collar only.
Gauge: 21 st and 34 rows = 4 inches in Basket Maker Pattern

A classic boy sweater with dropped shoulder construction, and a small shawl collar, Basket Maker Sweater is essential for a smart young gentleman’s wardrobe. The allover texture of basket weave and cables is fun to work, and DK weight yarn makes this a quick knit.