Debbie Bliss Eden Tunic Knitting Pattern
By Debbie Bliss
Specifications
| Brand: | Debbie Bliss |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Age: 2 Years to 7 Years |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Cables, Seamed, Worked Flat |
| Needles Required: | 4.00mm (US 6) & 5.00mm (US 8) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | DBS031 |
What you'll need
| Age: | 2-3 Years | 4-5 Years | 6-7 Years |
|---|---|---|---|
10124811
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4 | 5 | 5 |
Product Description
Debbie Bliss Eden Tunic
What is Being Made
The Debbie Bliss Eden Tunic is a knitted children's dress designed for ages 2–3, 4–5, and 6–7 years. This garment is a classic tunic-style piece suitable for young children, with finished chest measurements ranging from 44cm to 48cm (17¼ to 19 inches). The tunic combines practical construction with decorative cable detailing, making it both a functional everyday piece and a showcase for traditional knitting techniques.
Techniques Used
This advanced-level knitting project employs several sophisticated construction methods. The garment is worked flat, meaning it is knitted in flat pieces rather than in the round, allowing for greater control over pattern placement and shaping. The tunic is constructed bottom-up, beginning from the lower edge and working toward the neckline, which is a traditional approach that allows knitters to try on the garment as it progresses. The finished pieces are seamed together, creating neat, professional joins between the front, back, and sleeve sections. Cable stitching is incorporated throughout the design, adding textural interest and visual depth to the finished piece.
Stitches Used
The Eden Tunic utilizes a range of fundamental and decorative knitting stitches. Stocking stitch (also known as stockinette stitch in American terminology) forms the primary fabric base, creating a smooth, classic knitted surface. Moss stitch, also referred to as seed stitch, provides textural variation and is worked by alternating knit and purl stitches in a checkerboard pattern. Cable stitches are created using specialized techniques including yarn-over increases, decreases such as k2tog (knit two together) and skpo (slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over), and slip stitches. These techniques manipulate and cross groups of stitches to create the characteristic twisted rope-like patterns that define cable knitting. The pattern instructions utilize standard abbreviations including kfb (knit into front and back of stitch) for increases, m1 (make one) for yarn-forward increases, and various decrease methods to shape the garment.
Materials
The Eden Tunic is knitted using Falkland Aran yarn
Instructions are provided for the smallest size (ages 2–3), with larger sizes given in round brackets throughout the pattern. Where only one figure or instruction appears without size variations, that instruction applies to all sizes. Directions contained within square brackets should be repeated the number of times stated. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and a USA glossary to assist knitters in understanding all terminology. Knitters are advised to consult the yarn ball band for specific washing and pressing instructions to maintain the finished garment's quality and appearance.Pattern Notes and Construction Details
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