The first sweater I ever knitted was in miniature scale. Big surprise there. I followed this free pattern by Kimberly Kwon on Ravelry.
It can fit a variety of dolls, if similar to Blythe size (Barbie, Rainbow High, LOL OMG, average 12″ fashion doll, etc). A simple adjustment in how long you make the sleeves and body can make it customizable for one’s sizing needs. This pattern was easy to follow for a first-time sweater knitter.
For the pink collar with grey body version (see above), I chose to leave the sleeves and bottom hem in Stockinette stitch. The pattern calls for a K1, P1 rib, but I didn’t do this because I wanted it to have that rolled look. I also did the collar in a different color and did it in the round on double pointed needles (because I hate seeming at the end of a project).
For the solid pink cardigan (second experiment), I used a favorite Super Fine weight yarn of mine: Woolike Yarn by Loops & Threads, in the color Rose with size 1 (US) straight knitting needles. It works up nicely and is a good price for the yardage (especially if you get it on sale or with coupons).
If you’d like to compare to a skein in your yarn stash, the Woolike Yarn label details are as follows:
- Weight: Super Fine (1)
- Contents: 85% acrylic, 15% nylon
- Skein Weight: 3.5 oz. / 100 g
- Yardage: 678 yd. / 620 m
- Knitting Gauge: 32 sts – 42 rows = 4″ (10 cm)
- Suggested Knitting Needle: 2.75 mm, US – 2
- Suggested Crochet Hook: 3.5 mm, US – E/4
Besides the change in yarn and needle size, I followed the original pattern. I didn’t seem up the back at the end because I wanted to leave it open in a cardigan style. When left open, the turtleneck naturally makes a nice collar shape. The sizing wasn’t noticeably different, despite using a different needle size to the pattern.
I intend to make many more in many different ways! It knits up quickly and works as a great base pattern to inspire different designs. Make one yourself here.