How to Knit an Orange and White Boxes Model Baby Sweater

Knitting a sweater for your baby can be a special and rewarding experience. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of knitting an orange and white boxes model baby sweater.

Materials You Will Need

2 skeins of orange yarn

2 skeins of white yarn

Size 8 knitting needles

Scissors

Tape measure

Yarn needle

Buttons (optional)

Step 1: Cast On

Using the orange yarn, cast on 60 stitches.

Step 2: Knit the Ribbing

Knit 2, purl 2 across the first row. Continue to knit 2, purl 2 for a total of 10 rows. Then, switch to the white yarn and knit 2, purl 2 for an additional 10 rows.

Step 3: Knit the Body

Switch back to the orange yarn and knit every row for the next 30 rows.

Step 4: Add the White Boxes

Switch to the white yarn and knit 3 rows. On the 4th row, knit 12 stitches in white, switch back to the orange yarn and knit 36 stitches in orange. Repeat this pattern across the row. Knit 3 more rows in white.

Step 5: Continue the Pattern

Switch back to the orange yarn and knit every row for the next 14 rows. Then, switch to the white yarn and repeat Step 4.

Step 6: Finish the Body

After completing the final set of white boxes, switch back to the orange yarn and knit every row for an additional 30 rows.

Step 7: Shape the Shoulders

Bind off the first 12 stitches at the beginning of the next two rows. Then, bind off 13 stitches at the beginning of the following two rows.

Step 8: Knit the Sleeves

Using the orange yarn, pick up 32 stitches along the armhole. Knit every row for the next 12 rows. Then, switch to the white yarn and knit every row for the next 4 rows.

Step 9: Decrease for the Sleeves

Switch back to the orange yarn and decrease 1 stitch at the beginning and end of every other row for the next 8 rows. Then, knit every row for the next 8 rows.

Step 10: Finish the Sleeves

Switch to the white yarn and knit every row for the next 4 rows. Then, switch back to the orange yarn and bind off all stitches.

Step 11: Finishing

Weave in any loose ends and sew on buttons if desired.

Step 11: Finishing

Once you have completed all the necessary rows, it's time to finish your sweater. Start by weaving in any loose ends of yarn on the wrong side of the sweater. Then, block your sweater to ensure that it holds its shape and the stitches are even. You can use a blocking board or simply lay the sweater flat on a towel or mat, gently stretching it to the desired size and shape. Let it dry completely before wearing or storing.

Finally, add any embellishments or finishing touches you desire, such as buttons, a collar, or pockets. Sew them on securely using matching yarn and a tapestry needle.

Congratulations, you've completed your beautiful orange and white boxes model baby sweater!