A classic design rooted deep in Newfoundland knitting tradition. Cabled fisherman knit sweaters are renowned for their beautiful knots, twists, and ropes and this sweater follows suit with a variety of cables along the front and back. To suit the needs of kids, this sweater features a wider neck and plain sleeves to keep it feeling light and comfortable during play.

MATERIALS
Approximately 393 (437, 480, 529, 581, 640, 703) yds / 359 (400, 439, 484, 531, 585, 643) m DK weight yarn.
Sample shown in Biscotte Yarns DK Pure, col. “Klimt,” 260 yds / 238 m per 115 g skein.

4.0 mm (US 6) needles for knitting flat and in the round
4.5 mm (US 7) needles for knitting flat and in the round
Or size required to obtain gauge

Tapestry needle
Stitch marker

GAUGE
26 sts and 32 rnds = 4” / 10 cm
In cable pattern, worked in the round with 4.5 mm (US 7) needles, after blocking

SIZES
Sizes: 0–6 mo (6–12 mo, 1–2, 2–4, 4–6, 6–8, 8–10)
Finished chest measurement: 17 (18, 20, 23, 25, 26.5, 28)” / 43 (46, 51, 58, 64, 67, 71) cm
Garment is meant to be fitted on the chest with 0–2” / 0–5 cm of positive ease

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
Skills required: working in the round, cable knitting, picking up stitches, decreasing, grafting