The Aran Knit Fisherman’s sweater is the perfect fall or winter outfit for your doll, especially with the matching hat, and what’s more, it’s fabulous for both girls and boys!
This gorgeous, crisp-textured sweater comprises diamonds, twisted cables and three stranded braids, all separated by areas of reverse stockinette stitch. The overall effect is a warm, chunky sweater that looks fabulous.
Although the stitch pattern looks intricate, it is built from simple knit and purl stitches which are twisted or braided using a cable needle to temporarily hold the stitches.
The pattern uses a mix of different types of cables and braids. The 4 stitch cables at each end of the front and back are mirror images of each other and twist towards the edges of the knitting. The next pattern in on each side is a 3 strand braided cable worked over 6 stitches. The center of the front and back is a traditional diamond pattern.
For the sleeves, the end cables are again mirror images of each other and twist towards the edge of the knitting. The next pattern in on each side is a 3 part braided cable as for the front and back. The center pattern in the sleeve is an 8 stitch wheat pattern, but it is simpler than it looks as it is created by working two mirrored 4 stitch cables with no purl stitches in between.
If you haven’t knitted cables before, never fear! A doll sweater is the ideal place to learn. Photo instructions for the cables are included to get you started and there are plenty of videos to be found on the internet if you are more of a visual learner. Research on Aran Knitting history and techniques is included before the pattern summary should you wish to read further about this technique.
The 10 page printable summary incorporates tick boxes beside the row numbers so that you can easily keep a track of your progress as you work through the pattern.
Whether you knit it in the natural creams and browns of untreated sheep’s wool, or if you love the bright, fun colors of synthetic yarn, the Aran Knit Fisherman’s Sweater is bound to please your doll.
This PDF knitting pattern by Genniewren Designs designed to fit popular 14.5-15 inch dolls such as those shown in the photos.
Suggested Yarns: Most US superfine or fine (#1 or #2) yarns should work for this pattern. Most UK/SA/Aus/NZ 4ply yarns will work for this pattern. Please always do a gauge swatch to make sure your yarn meets the required gauge.
Supplies Needed:
• One pair of US Size 2 (metric 2.75mm) knitting needles, (optional: a circular needle or set of DPNs the same size for knitting the collar).
• Double pointed cable needle the same size as your knitting needles.
• Three stitch holders (or you can use spare needles or spare yarn if you prefer).
• One 3.5 oz (100g) ball of one of the following yarn types is more than enough to knit the sweater and the hat. For the sweater only a 1.75oz (50g) ball of yarn should be sufficient. Most US superfine or fine (#1 or #2) yarns should work for this pattern. Most UK/SA/Aus/NZ 4ply yarns will work for this pattern. Please always do a gauge swatch to make sure your yarn meets the required gauge.
• Blunt ended yarn needle for sewing seams.
• Three 1/4”-3/8" (6mm – 9mm) buttons for the back closure.
• Matching sewing thread for the buttons if the holes are too small for the yarn.
Skill Level: Intermediate
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