Eight sizes · baby through age 10 Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern A little flock, knitted just for them
Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern

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Their very own little flock

Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern

A tiny flock around the hem. Little sheep at the cuffs. Knit a sweater they can point to, talk about and wear—a playful countryside scene made in colours you chose just for them.

Intermediate
$8.99Digital knitting pattern
  • Knit from the neckline down, without sewing separate pieces together
  • Written shaping instructions, plus sheep and fence colour charts
  • Eight sizes from baby to age 10, with a yarn plan for each colour
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What is inside the pattern?

A 5-page English PDF with written, size-specific directions, separate colour charts for the sheep and fence, finished measurements, yarn quantities by colour, needle guidance and an abbreviation list.

Is this the right level for me?

Intermediate. This project combines knitting in the round with stranded colourwork, reading a colour chart, left- and right-leaning increases, sleeve decreases and ribbing. You should be comfortable carrying yarn behind the work and maintaining an even tension across the sheep motifs.

What materials will I need?

Worsted-weight yarn in four colours. Quantities are in yards and follow 0–3 months / 6–12 months / 18–24 months / 2T / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 years:

  • Main colour: 100 / 115 / 140 / 160 / 185 / 210 / 250 / 280 yd.
  • Contrast 1: 20 / 21 / 22 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 yd.
  • Contrast 2: 10 / 10 / 11 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15 / 18 yd.
  • Contrast 3: 70 / 80 / 100 / 110 / 125 / 145 / 170 / 190 yd.

Needles: 5 mm / US 8, or size to obtain gauge, and 4.5 mm / US 7 (one size smaller) for ribbing. Use 40 cm / 16 in circulars for the main work and 23 cm / 9 in circulars or DPNs for sleeves. Tapestry needle, four markers plus a distinct beginning-of-round marker, and waste yarn to hold sleeves.

Gauge: 18 stitches × 26 rows = 10 cm / 4 in in stockinette. Sample: Malabrigo Worsted, 210 yd per 100 g.

Sizing and fit

Eight sizes, from 0–3 months through 10 years. The following are finished garment measurements in inches, in size order:

  • 0–3 months: waist circumference 17 in; shoulder-to-hem length 9 in; sleeve length 7 in.
  • 6–12 months: waist circumference 19 in; shoulder-to-hem length 11 in; sleeve length 8 in.
  • 18–24 months: waist circumference 21 in; shoulder-to-hem length 12 in; sleeve length 9 in.
  • 2T: waist circumference 23 in; shoulder-to-hem length 15 in; sleeve length 9.5 in.
  • 4 years: waist circumference 25 in; shoulder-to-hem length 16.5 in; sleeve length 10.5 in.
  • 6 years: waist circumference 26.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 19 in; sleeve length 11.5 in.
  • 8 years: waist circumference 27.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 21 in; sleeve length 12.5 in.
  • 10 years: waist circumference 28.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 23.5 in; sleeve length 13.5 in.

Compare with a sweater that fits the child, allowing the ease you want. Choose by measurements rather than the age label alone. Check a swatch before beginning.

Delivery & Refunds

Delivery:
Your pattern will be available for instant download right after purchase — no waiting, no shipping delays.

Returns:
Since our products are digital, we typically don’t offer refunds. However, if you purchased a duplicate or feel the pattern didn’t meet your expectations, just reach out — we’ll do our best to make it right.

Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern
Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern

A little character in every colour

The sheep are the part they will remember.

A row of sheep circles the body above a little fence. Smaller motifs return near the cuffs, tying the playful border into the whole sweater.

The colourwork is concentrated near the hem and sleeves. Above it, stockinette gives the main colour room to shine—whether you choose a quiet neutral, a deep blue or another favourite shade.

A small sweater, with a clear plan.

Know the construction, chart work and size before choosing your yarn.

Written shaping, charted motifs

Follow size-specific written directions for the raglan, body and sleeves. Separate sheep and fence charts show where the contrast colours change.

Worked from the neckline down

Begin at the ribbed neck, increase through the raglan yoke, then hold the sleeves while knitting the body. Return to each sleeve and finish with ribbed cuffs.

Yarn planned by colour

The PDF gives a separate allowance for the main colour and each of the three contrast colours, so you can plan the flock and grassy border before you shop.

Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern

From neckline to little grassy hem

The shape grows in one piece.

The top-down construction lets you see the sweater take shape before the colourwork begins. Sleeve stitches wait on waste yarn while the body continues in the round.

The sheep chart repeats around the body, followed by the fence and green lower border. Read the chart repeat for your chosen size; the sleeve motifs use their own size-specific arrangement.

Choose by their measurements, then check the age label.

Eight sizes, from 0–3 months to 10 years. These are finished garment measurements in inches, taken from the pattern’s schematic. Compare them with a sweater that fits the child, allowing the room you want for layering.

0–3 months

Waist circumference: 17 in
Shoulder to hem: 9 in
Sleeve length: 7 in

6–12 months

Waist circumference: 19 in
Shoulder to hem: 11 in
Sleeve length: 8 in

18–24 months

Waist circumference: 21 in
Shoulder to hem: 12 in
Sleeve length: 9 in

2T

Waist circumference: 23 in
Shoulder to hem: 15 in
Sleeve length: 9.5 in

4 years

Waist circumference: 25 in
Shoulder to hem: 16.5 in
Sleeve length: 10.5 in

6 years

Waist circumference: 26.5 in
Shoulder to hem: 19 in
Sleeve length: 11.5 in

8 years

Waist circumference: 27.5 in
Shoulder to hem: 21 in
Sleeve length: 12.5 in

10 years

Waist circumference: 28.5 in
Shoulder to hem: 23.5 in
Sleeve length: 13.5 in

Sheep Motif Kids Sweater Knitting Pattern

Plan the flock before you cast on

Four colours, one little countryside.

Use the main shade for the sky-like upper body, a light colour for the sheep, a dark contrast for their faces and legs, and a fourth colour for the lower border.

Swatch the colourwork as well as the plain fabric. Keep carried strands relaxed so the motif band remains comfortable and does not pull in.

Choose four colours. Know how much of each.

Use worsted-weight yarn. Quantities below follow the eight sizes in order: 0–3m / 6–12m / 18–24m / 2T / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 years.

Yarn, colour by colour

Main: 100 / 115 / 140 / 160 / 185 / 210 / 250 / 280 yd.

Contrast 1: 20 / 21 / 22 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 yd.

Contrast 2: 10 / 10 / 11 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15 / 18 yd.

Contrast 3: 70 / 80 / 100 / 110 / 125 / 145 / 170 / 190 yd.

Needles & small essentials

5 mm / US 8 for the main fabric; 4.5 mm / US 7 for ribbing, or sizes needed for gauge.

40 cm / 16 in circulars for the main work, and 23 cm / 9 in circulars or DPNs for sleeves. Tapestry needle, four markers plus a distinct beginning-of-round marker, and waste yarn.

Swatch the fabric and the flock

18 stitches × 26 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in stockinette.

The sample uses Malabrigo Worsted, 210 yd per 100 g. Keep colourwork floats relaxed so the sheep band can stretch comfortably.

Before you cast on

A few things before you begin

The construction, sizing and yarn plan—before your first stitch.

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What is included?

A 5-page English PDF with written, size-specific directions, separate colour charts for the sheep and fence, finished measurements, yarn quantities by colour, needle guidance and an abbreviation list.

Is this the right level for me?

Intermediate. This project combines knitting in the round with stranded colourwork, reading a colour chart, left- and right-leaning increases, sleeve decreases and ribbing. You should be comfortable carrying yarn behind the work and maintaining an even tension across the sheep motifs.

Do I need to seam the sweater?

The sweater is worked top-down in the round. The body and sleeves are not knitted as separate flat pieces. Finish by weaving in the yarn ends and blocking the sweater as desired.

Can I use another yarn?

Choose a worsted-weight yarn that gives 18 stitches and 26 rows per 4 inches in stockinette. Swatch the stranded section too: the floats affect stretch and fabric. Keep a clear contrast between the sheep and their background.

How do I choose the right size?

Eight sizes, from 0–3 months through 10 years. The following are finished garment measurements in inches, in size order:

  • 0–3 months: waist circumference 17 in; shoulder-to-hem length 9 in; sleeve length 7 in.
  • 6–12 months: waist circumference 19 in; shoulder-to-hem length 11 in; sleeve length 8 in.
  • 18–24 months: waist circumference 21 in; shoulder-to-hem length 12 in; sleeve length 9 in.
  • 2T: waist circumference 23 in; shoulder-to-hem length 15 in; sleeve length 9.5 in.
  • 4 years: waist circumference 25 in; shoulder-to-hem length 16.5 in; sleeve length 10.5 in.
  • 6 years: waist circumference 26.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 19 in; sleeve length 11.5 in.
  • 8 years: waist circumference 27.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 21 in; sleeve length 12.5 in.
  • 10 years: waist circumference 28.5 in; shoulder-to-hem length 23.5 in; sleeve length 13.5 in.

Compare with a sweater that fits the child, allowing the ease you want. Choose by measurements rather than the age label alone. Check a swatch before beginning.

What tools and yarn should I gather?

Worsted-weight yarn in four colours. Quantities are in yards and follow 0–3 months / 6–12 months / 18–24 months / 2T / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 years:

  • Main colour: 100 / 115 / 140 / 160 / 185 / 210 / 250 / 280 yd.
  • Contrast 1: 20 / 21 / 22 / 25 / 30 / 35 / 40 / 45 yd.
  • Contrast 2: 10 / 10 / 11 / 11 / 12 / 14 / 15 / 18 yd.
  • Contrast 3: 70 / 80 / 100 / 110 / 125 / 145 / 170 / 190 yd.

Needles: 5 mm / US 8, or size to obtain gauge, and 4.5 mm / US 7 (one size smaller) for ribbing. Use 40 cm / 16 in circulars for the main work and 23 cm / 9 in circulars or DPNs for sleeves. Tapestry needle, four markers plus a distinct beginning-of-round marker, and waste yarn to hold sleeves.

Gauge: 18 stitches × 26 rows = 10 cm / 4 in in stockinette. Sample: Malabrigo Worsted, 210 yd per 100 g.

How do I receive the pattern?

Your English PDF is available after payment through the order confirmation page and download email. Save the file and return to it whenever you are ready to knit.

What is the refund policy?

Delivery:
Your pattern will be available for instant download right after purchase — no waiting, no shipping delays.

Returns:
Since our products are digital, we typically don’t offer refunds. However, if you purchased a duplicate or feel the pattern didn’t meet your expectations, just reach out — we’ll do our best to make it right.

Made with your own hands

A sweater with their own little flock.

Choose the colours, check the fit, and knit a countryside they can wear.

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