There's something sweet, even naive, about an all-garter-stitch baby sweater. It's a perfect first sweater for baby and for knitter. And, whether it's your first sweater or your hundredth, you'll appreciate not having to add front or neck bands when you're done. That's the beauty of garter stitch.

Pattern Details:

To Fit Sizes: 6-12 (12-18) months

Finished Measurements: 20 (24)" chest; 10 (12)" length shoulder to hem; 6 (8)" sleeve length

Yarn: 4 (6) skeins of Berroco Pima 100 (6-12 months); 2 (3) skeins Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton (12-18 months)

Needles and Notions: US 6 needles (6-12 months); US 8 needles (12-18 months)

Gauge: 22 stitches & 44 rows = 4" in garter stitch (6-12 months); 18 stitches & 36 rows = 4" in garter stitch