Sirdar Pear Motif Tops Knitting Pattern
By Sirdar Snuggly
Specifications
| Brand: | Sirdar Snuggly |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | Oddments of pink & orange & grey yarn |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Age: 3 to 7 Years |
| Needles Required: | 4.00mm (US 6) and 3.25mm (US 3) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | 2565 |
| Featured Products: | Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK |
What you'll need
| To Fit Age: | 3 Years | 4 Years | 5 Years | 6 Years | 7 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Time-Out Teal (113)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Milkshake Break (101)
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3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Banana Split (110)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| To Fit Age: | 3 Years | 4 Years | 5 Years | 6 Years | 7 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Orange Squashed (111)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Mauve Mayhem (105)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Banana Split (110)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Milkshake Break (101)
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2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Product Description
Sirdar 2565 Pear Motif Tops in Snuggly Replay is a pair of pear-fect summer tops with long sleeves or sleeveless options featuring a swiss darned pear motif and matching rib trims in soft summery colors. The sweaters are knit flat from the bottom up and then seamed. Snuggly Replay from Sirdar is a soft and machine-washable blend of cotton and acrylic that comes in a palette of softly heathered shades. The pear motif is in chart form only.
Skill Level: EasySizes: 3 (4, 5, 6, 7) years
Finished Measurements:
Chest – 25¼ (25½, 27¼, 28, 29½)”
Length – 15 (15¾, 16½, 17¼, 18)”
Yarn Requirements: Sirdar Snuggly Replay (50% Cotton/ 50% Acrylic; 50g/164yds)
Sleeveless Top
Color A – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 111 Orange Squashed
Color B – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 105 Mauve Mayhem
Color C – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 110 Banana Split
Color D – 2 (2, 3, 3, 3) skeins shown in 101 Milkshake Break
Color E – small amount for all sizes shown 113 Time Out Teal
Long Sleeve Top
Color A – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 113 Time Out Teal
Color B – 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) skeins shown in 101 Milkshake Break
Color C – small amount for all sizes shown in 105 Mauve Mayhem
Color D – 1 skein for all sizes shown in 110 Banana Split
Color E – small amount for all sizes shown 111 Orange Squashed
Needles:
US 3 (3.25mm)
US 6 (4.00mm)
Gauge: 22 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4.00mm)
Sirdar Pear Motif Tops in Snuggly Replay
What Is Being Made
This downloadable knitting pattern from Sirdar offers instructions for creating two children's garments using the Snuggly Replay yarn line: a Vest Top and a Sweater, both featuring a pear motif design. The pattern is designed for children aged 3 to 7 years, with five different size options to accommodate growing kids. These pieces are part of Sirdar's nostalgic collection that translates childhood fashion memories into contemporary knitwear for a new generation.
Garment Details and Sizing
Both the Vest Top and Sweater are available in five age-appropriate sizes:
- Age 3 years: Chest 59 cm (23¼"), Full Length 64 cm (25¼"), Sleeve Length 28 cm (11")
- Age 4 years: Chest 61 cm (24"), Full Length 65 cm (25½"), Sleeve Length 30 cm (11¾")
- Age 5 years: Chest 64 cm (25¼"), Full Length 69 cm (27¼"), Sleeve Length 32 cm (12½")
- Age 6 years: Chest 66 cm (26"), Full Length 71 cm (28"), Sleeve Length 34 cm (13½")
- Age 7 years: Chest 69 cm (27¼"), Full Length 75 cm (29½"), Sleeve Length 36 cm (14")
Techniques and Stitches Used
This is a beginner-level knitting pattern that uses Double Knitting as the primary technique. Double Knitting is a fundamental knitting method that creates a smooth, even fabric with good drape and durability, making it ideal for children's garments that need to withstand regular wear and washing. The pattern incorporates a pear motif design element, which is worked into the fabric using color work techniques with multiple yarn colors.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
The pattern calls for Sirdar Snuggly Replay yarn, a specialized yarn blend created specifically for children's knitwear. Snuggly Replay is a cotton blend yarn in soft, marled shades that is lightweight, washable, and designed to be gentle on sensitive skin. The yarn has been rigorously tested to ensure it remains soft and comfortable through repeated washing, making it ideal for everyday children's clothing.
For the Vest Top, the pattern requires:
- Yarn A: 1 ball (all sizes)
- Yarn B: 1 ball (all sizes)
- Yarn C: 1 ball (all sizes)
- Yarn D: 2 balls (ages 3-4), 3 balls (ages 5-7)
- Yarn E: Oddments
For the Sweater, the pattern requires:
- Yarn A: 1 ball (all sizes)
The pattern references multiple color options from the Snuggly Replay range, including shades 111, 105, 110, 101, and 113. Available colors in the collection include Time-out Teal (shade 113), Daredevil Denim (shade 107), Replay Grey (shade 103), and Go Faster Green (shade 124), among others. Specific needle requirements are detailed in the full pattern instructions.
Pattern Quality and Brand Heritage
This pattern is produced by Sirdar, a British yarn company established in West Yorkshire in 1880 with a rich heritage in hand knitting. The pattern is marked as EASY and has undergone Sirdar's rigorous quality assurance process to guarantee success for knitters following the instructions. The Snuggly brand specifically represents Sirdar's commitment to creating yarn and patterns that keep children warm, comfortable, and stylish through everyday adventures.
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