The Seahorse Jumper Free Knitting Pattern for Baby Downloadable PDF is an 8-page A4 pattern for a warm double knitting jumper with a seahorse design at the lower edge. It comes in four sizes from 6 months to 5 years, with a comfortable fit to allow for movement and a front button fastening for ease of dressing. The pattern uses Debbie Bliss Rialto DK or any good quality double knitting yarn.
What is inside the pattern
The pattern gives instructions for both a plain and a striped version. The striped pattern is a repeat of 2 rows in main colour followed by two rows of contrast. You will need Size 10 (3.25mm) and Size 8 (4mm) needles, plus 3 buttons of 10-12mm. Tension is 22 stitches and 30 rows to 4 inches over stocking stitch on size 8 needles. Yarn amounts are given for both versions across all sizes.
Knitting and adjusting the fit
The seahorse design is worked at the lower edge, carrying unused yarn on the back and crossing over to avoid long loops. You can lengthen or shorten the body and sleeves by working extra or fewer rows. Finish by pressing lightly with a cool iron, avoiding the ribs, and join seams using mattress stitch. The decreases form a pattern giving raglan definition.
