Racing Car Sweater Knitting Pattern: DK Yarn, 2-7 years, (Digital Download)

Racing Car Sweater Knitting Pattern for Children

English-language double-knitting picture sweater pattern for speedy little racers aged 2–7 years.

Race to the top of their favourite-sweater list! This lively round-neck jumper features a colourful racing car motif and coordinating contrast ribs, making it a fun handmade gift for young motorsport fans.
Please note: This listing is for the knitting pattern only, not the finished sweater.

Pattern Highlights
• Round-neck racing car sweater for ages 2–7 years
• Large colour chart for the picture-knit motif
• Colour-coded instructions for each size
• Contrast ribs using the same colours as the racing car
• An engaging project in double-knitting yarn (8 ply)

Gauge & Yarn
22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking (stockinette) stitch. You may use any double-knitting yarn (8 ply) that matches this gauge.

Sample Yarn: Willow & Lark Ramble
• Main colour: Country Blue (135)
• Horizon Orange (112)
• Snow Drop (101)
• Black (109)

Stitches Used
• Garter stitch: knit every row
• Stocking (stockinette) stitch: knit 1 row, purl 1 row
• 1 × 1 rib: knit 1 stitch, purl 1 stitch to the end of the row

Needles & Notions
• 1 pair of 3¼ mm needles (UK 10 / US 3)
• 1 pair of 4 mm needles (UK 8 / US 6)
• Darning needle
• Stitch holders
• Yarn bobbins

Sizes Included
• 2–3 years
• 3–4 years
• 4–5 years
• 5–7 years

Ready to put your needles in pole position? Choose your racing colours, follow the chart and create a speedy statement sweater that is sure to be a winner.

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