Sirdar Take A Hike Tank Top Knitting Pattern
By Sirdar Snuggly
Specifications
| Brand: | Sirdar Snuggly |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Designer: | Sirdar |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 2 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Age: 3 Years to 7 Years |
| Needles Required: | 3.25mm (US 3) & 4.00mm (US 6) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | 2597 |
| 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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2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Ice Cream Dream (118)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Base Camp Brown (125)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 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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3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Tangerine Twist (117)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Base Camp Brown (125)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Sirdar Snuggly Replay Yarn - Cotton DK
Blast-off Berry (106)
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1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
Sirdar 2597 Take A Hike Tank in Snuggly Replay DK is a stunning pullover every child will be summer camp ready. You can decide if you wish a striped tank with garter ridge or Swiss darn a rainbow on the bodice. The sweater is knit flat from the bottom up and then seamed. Snuggly Replay from Sirdar is a soft and machine-washable blend of cotton and acrylic in a palette of softly heathered shades. The rainbow motif is in chart form only.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: 3 (4, 5, 6, 7) years
Finished Measurement:
Chest – 29½ (30¼, 32, 32¾, 34)”
Length – 14½ (15½, 16, 17, 17¾)”
Yarn Requirements: Sirdar Snuggly Replay (50% Cotton/ 50% Acrylic; 50g/164yds)
Striped Top:
Color A – 2 (2, 3, 3, 3) skeins shown in 113 Time Out Teal
Color B – 1 (1, 1, 1, 2) skein(s) shown in 118 Ice Cream Dream
Color C – 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) skein(s) shown in 125 Base Camp Brown
Rainbow Top:
Color A – 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) skeins shown in 111 Orange Squashed
Color B – 4g shown in 117 Tangerine Twist
Color C – 4 g shown in 125 Base Camp Brown
Color D – 4 g shown in 106 Blast-Off Berry
Needles:
US 3 (3.25mm)
US 6 (4.00mm) to get gauge
Gauge:
22 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4.00mm)
22 sts and 33 rows = 4” in striped pattern on US 6 (4.00mm)
Sirdar Take A Hike Tank
What is Being Made
The Sirdar Take A Hike Tank is a collection of sleeveless knitted tops designed for children ages 3 to 7 years. This intermediate-level knitting project includes two distinct designs: a Striped Top and a Rainbow Top, both featuring contemporary styling inspired by nostalgic childhood fashion. The garments are sized to fit chest measurements ranging from 59 cm (23¼") for 3-year-olds to 69 cm (27¼") for 7-year-olds, with full lengths varying from 37 cm (14½") to 45 cm (17¾") depending on age.
Techniques Used
This pattern employs intarsia knitting as a primary technique, allowing for the creation of multi-colored designs with distinct color blocks or patterns. The Striped Top utilizes striped pattern construction, while the Rainbow Top incorporates multiple color sections. Both designs are worked in stocking stitch, the fundamental knit fabric that creates a smooth, classic appearance. The intermediate difficulty level indicates that knitters should be comfortable with color work techniques and maintaining consistent tension across different yarn shades.
Stitches Used
The primary stitch structure is stocking stitch (also known as stockinette stitch), which alternates knit and purl rows to create the characteristic smooth, V-textured fabric. Gauge measurements for stocking stitch are provided at 22 stitches over 10 cm (4") and 28 rows over 10 cm (4"). When working the striped pattern variation, the gauge adjusts to 22 stitches over 10 cm (4") and 33 rows over 10 cm (4"), reflecting the density changes created by the color pattern work.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
These tank tops are knitted using Sirdar Snuggly Replay Double Knitting yarn, a cotton-blend yarn specifically designed for children's wear. Snuggly Replay features soft, marled shades that are lightweight, washable, and comfortable for everyday wear. The yarn has been rigorously tested to ensure it is gentle on sensitive skin and maintains its softness through repeated washing.
The Striped Top requires three yarn colors: Yarn A (2-3 balls depending on size), Yarn B (1-2 balls), and Yarn C (1-2 balls). Recommended color shades include shade 113 (Time-Out Teal), shade 118, and shade 125. The Rainbow Top uses shades 111 (Orange Squashed), 117, 125, and 106. Additional available shades in the Snuggly Replay range include shade 112 (Leapfrog Green) and shade 102 (Surf's Up Silver), allowing for customization of color combinations.
Double knitting weight yarn is the appropriate choice for this project, providing the correct gauge and fabric weight for a comfortable, durable children's garment. While specific needle sizes are referenced in the full pattern instructions, the gauge information provided allows knitters to select appropriate needles to achieve the required stitch and row counts.
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