Hi, my name is Lisa Schultz. I have started knitting sweaters for my 5 grandchildren. I’m having trouble locating a vest pattern which uses larger needles ( i dislike using US 2’s and 3"s ) for my grandson’s size 24-26 waist. I did find 1 with the largest size 60 cm = about 23.5 in. How can i increase to 62 cm= about 24 inches? so how many extra st would I co? And any other considerations re: shoulders, neck etc?
Thanks!
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Hello
When you say ‘vest’ it means different things in different countries, perhaps you could post a pic of the pattern you have chosen or the style of top you are after even, if it’s the wrong size, as we might have suggestions for patterns.
This one for example goes from age 3 to 14 years
Or this
Seeing the pattern you have chosen would also help with suggesting areas where you might need to check the size and stitch count, does it have a schematic?
Here is a picture of the sweater vest.These sizes were given:
2yr- 54 CM
4yr- 58 CM
6yrs- 60 CM
My grandson is 9 but has a very slight frame, therefore I need to go 1 size beyond the 6 yr old 60 CM.
Not sure if this gives you the info you’re asking for.
Thanks,Lisa
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Cute sweater.
Is there a schematic with the pattern? This would help in checking sizes in different areas.
This pattern is also a 5mm needle for the main body and has a schematic (it’s a free pattern, just scroll down for the schematic), I would suggest checking each part which is labelled with a size: width, length to underarm, length to shoulder (work out length of arm hole), width across shoulders, width of each shoulder to neck hole, and width of neck, length of V (depth of neck hole)… when you know these measurements you can alter the pattern to the size you need. Depending on your prior experience this may be anything from easy, to a welcome challenge, or an off putting obstacle.
The point being, it’s not just the stitch count of the width which needs checking.
You might even find a measurement and stitch count on the free pattern which may help you in altering your chosen pattern, I’ve done this before, combining 2 different patterns plus some other modifications for my son.
Or, if you have aran weight yarn suitable for 5mm needles you might choose a different pattern which includes the size you need to avoid doing the calculations yourself, sometimes we don’t have the time or inclination to modify.
I understand the difficulty in finding clothes and patterns to fit a slim boy, I have one myself. It has always been tricky (impossible) to rind trousers long enough but small enough on the waist. Knitting patterns for sweaters for older boys/young teens are very hard to find and I have spent many hours trawling through patterns looking for suitable sizes (one fabulous cardigan i followed age 3 years, my son was 9 years, and wore it until 13 years old, i did modify the length and arm length).
A crucial part, regardless of which pattern you choose, is to make a decent size gauge swatch with your chosen yarn and needles, make sure you wash or block it and measure the stitch and row count in the centre 10 cm square. With that information you are better set for getting the size needed. The additional 2 cm you orignally asked about is a simple calculation once you know your gauge.
It’s a lovely thing to be making sweaters for all your grand children.