Lulu Slipover Junior
Original price
$14.70
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Original price
$14.70
Original price
$14.70
$14.70
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$14.70
Current price
$14.70
Availability:
2+ in stock, ready to be shipped
The Lulu Slipover Junior by PetiteKnit is an adorable, versatile layering vest for kids that combines classic Scandinavian style with clever, thoughtful details. Featuring deep armholes, side slits toward the hem, and a two-button closure on each side, it’s super easy to throw on over tees, collared shirts, or dresses—giving active kids plenty of room to move and play in total comfort.
Please note: This is a knitting pattern only. Yarn, needles, buttons, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 4 out of 5 (Intermediate / Experienced)
- Size Range: 1–2 years to 12–14 years
- Construction: You’ll work this slipover seamlessly from the top down in stockinette stitch. First, you knit the back piece, followed by the front piece. Next, neat ribbed edges are worked along the armholes, while crisp double-knitted edges are worked down the sides—forming open side slits toward the hem and incorporating two buttonholes along each front edge. Finally, a classic ribbed neckband is picked up and knitted right around the neckline.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Lulu Slipover Junior is designed with a roomy, relaxed fit offering roughly 20 cm of positive ease (meaning the finished vest sits about 20 cm wider than the child's actual chest). Before you cast on, grab a measuring tape and measure around the child's chest to pick the best size. For example, a chest measurement of 57 cm matches a size 4–5 years, giving a finished circumference of 77 cm and 20 cm of easy layering space. If the child is taller or shorter than average, you can easily adjust the body length to suit.
| Size | To Fit Chest Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 53 | 69 | 38 |
| 2–3 years | 54 | 71 | 39 |
| 3–4 years | 56 | 75 | 40 |
| 4–5 years | 57 | 77 | 42 |
| 5–6 years | 59 | 81 | 43 |
| 6–7 years | 62 | 83 | 45 |
| 7–8 years | 64 | 89 | 47 |
| 8–9 years | 68 | 91 | 49 |
| 9–10 years | 72 | 95 | 50 |
| 10–11 years | 75 | 99 | 52 |
| 11–12 years | 78 | 103 | 55 |
| 12–14 years | 82 | 107 | 57 |
(Note: Total length is measured down the centre back excluding the neck edge.)
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Main Gauge: 20 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles.
- Edge Gauge: 23 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10 cm in double knitting on 2.5 mm needles.
- Circular Needles: 4 mm (60 cm), 3.5 mm (40 cm, and 60 or 80 cm), & 2.5 mm (60 cm).
- Notions: 4 buttons (15–18 mm diameter).
Yarn & Materials Chart
This slipover is knitted using a single strand of DK / 8-ply wool (ranging from ~91–108 m per 50 g depending on whether you choose a slightly heavier rustic wool or a softer, lighter merino).
| Size | Option 1: Rustic DK Wool (~91–100 m/50 g) | Option 2: Light Merino DK (~108 m/50 g) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 200 g (~364–400 m) | 150 g (~324 m) |
| 2–3 years | 200 g (~364–400 m) | 200 g (~432 m) |
| 3–4 years | 200 g (~364–400 m) | 200 g (~432 m) |
| 4–5 years | 200 g (~364–400 m) | 200 g (~432 m) |
| 5–6 years | 200 g (~364–400 m) | 200 g (~432 m) |
| 6–7 years | 250 g (~455–500 m) | 200–250 g (~432–540 m) |
| 7–8 years | 250 g (~455–500 m) | 250 g (~540 m) |
| 8–9 years | 250 g (~455–500 m) | 250 g (~540 m) |
| 9–10 years | 300 g (~546–600 m) | 250 g (~540 m) |
| 10–11 years | 300 g (~546–600 m) | 300 g (~648 m) |
| 11–12 years | 350 g (~637–700 m) | 300 g (~648 m) |
| 12–14 years | 350–400 g (~637–800 m) | 350 g (~756 m) |
Note: Meter figures are calculated directly from the pattern’s recommended yarn weights and represent designer estimates rather than exact consumption. Always buy full balls and consider grabbing an extra ball if you plan to swatch generously or add length to the body.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Take a little time to knit, wash, and block a stockinette swatch before casting on! Hitting that 20-stitch by 30-row gauge ensures your finished slipover matches the measurements in the table above and gives the fabric a soft, even drape. Adjust your main needle size up or down if your stitch count is slightly off.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are the sides sewn shut or open? They button closed! Two buttons fasten each side while leaving neat open slits toward the bottom hem, making it super comfortable for sitting, running, and layering over bulky shirts.
- Why are there two different gauges listed? The main body uses 4 mm needles for a relaxed stockinette fabric, while the double-knitted side edges use smaller 2.5 mm needles so the button bands sit crisp, firm, and neat without stretching out.
- Are there any seams to sew at the end? Zero seaming required. The shoulders, body, ribbed edges, and double-knitted side bands are all worked directly onto the needles—leaving just attaching your four buttons and weaving in your ends at the finish.