Boys Polo Shirt
Project: Boys Polo Shirt
Pattern: P120
Craft type: Knitting
Difficulty: Easy Knit
MEASUREMENTS
| Size | 12 mon | 2 yo | 4 yo | 6 yo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To Fit Chest | 53 | 56 | 60 | 64 |
| To Fit Waist | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 |
| To Fit Hip | 53 | 56 | 62 | 66 |
| Length (approx) | 16 cm | 18 cm | 26 cm | 29 cm |
Yarn Required:
| Yarn | 12 mon | 2 yo | 4 yo | 6 yo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makr Cotton 4ply 100g balls | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
Please use only the yarn specified. Another yarn is likely to yield different results. Quantities are approximate as knitting styles may vary between knitters. Check the ball bands to ensure all yarn is from the same dye lot.
KNITTING NEEDLES & EQUIPMENT:
A 3.25mm pair of needles.
A 3.00mm pair of needles.
A 3.25mm circular needle, 80cm.
Wool needle for sewing in ends.
TENSION:
28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 3.25mm needles.
KNITTING ABBREVIATIONS:
- K: Knit
- K2tog: Knit 2 together
- Ktbl: Knit through the back loop
- Kfb: K1 into the fr of the next stitch on the needle but do not slide the stitch off, K1 into the bk of the same stitch on the needle and slide the stitch off the needle
- P: Purl
- P2tog: Purl 2 together
- P2togtbl: Purl 2 together through the back loop
- Ptbl: Purl through the back loop
- Pfb: Purl 1, Purl tbl to increase by 1
- Sl1: Slip One Stitch purlwise
- wyif: With Yarn in Front
- wyib: With Yarn in Back
- ssk: Slip, Slip Knit (Left Slanting Decrease)
BOY’S POLO SHIRT
BACK
Casting On:
Using 3.00mm needles, cast on 76 (80 - 88 - 94) sts.
Row 1: K1, *P1, Ktbl, repeat from * to last st, K1.
Row 2: K1, *Ptbl, K1, repeat from * to last st, K1.
Last two rows form a twisted rib pattern, repeat these two rows until piece
measures 3cm from the beg, ending with a WS row.
Using 3.25mm needles, begin working in stocking stitch. Work until piece measures 16 (18 - 26 - 29) cm from the beginning ending with a wrong side row.
Shape Armholes:
Cast off 3 sts at the beginning of the next two rows ... 70 (74 - 82 - 88) sts
Decrease one st at each end of each row until 60 (64 - 72 - 78) sts remain.
Work without further shaping until piece measures 12 (13 - 14 - 15) cm from the cast off edge for the underarms, ending with a WS row.
Shoulders:
To shape shoulders, cast off 3 (4 - 4 - 4) sts at the beginning of each row until 30 (32 - 40 - 46) sts.
Sizes 4 & 6 years old only:
Cast off a further (3 - 3) sts at the beginning of the next two rows ... (34 - 40) sts
All Sizes:
Leave remaining 30 (32 - 34 - 40) sts on a holder to be worked later for neck band.
FRONT
Casting On:
Using 3.00mm needles, cast on 76 (80 - 88 - 94) sts.
Row 1: K1, *P1, Ktbl, repeat from * to last st, K1.
Row 2: K1, *Ptbl, K1, repeat from * to last st, K1.
Last two rows form a twisted rib pattern, repeat these two rows until piece
measures 3cm from the beg, ending with a WS row.
Using 3.25mm needles, begin working in stocking stitch. Work until piece measures 15 (17 - 25 - 28) cm from the beginning ending with a wrong side row.
Left Hand Shoulder:
Row 1 (RS): K39 (40 - 44 - 47), turn and continue working on these sts, sliding the remaining sts onto a stitch holder to be worked for the right hand shoulder.
Work a further 1cm on these sts only ending with a WS row.
Shape Armholes:
Cast off 3 sts at the beginning of the next row ... 36 (71 - 79 - 85) sts
Decrease one st at the armhole edge of each row until 30 (32 - 36 - 39) sts
remain.
Work without further shaping until piece measures 9 (10 - 10 - 11) cm from the cast off edge for the underarms, ending with a RS row.
Shape Neckline Edge:
Cast off 6 (6 - 8 - 10) sts at the beginning of the next row.
Decrease by one st at neckline edge on each row, 9 (10 - 9 - 10) times AT THE SAME TIME, when work measures 12 (13 - 14 - 15) cm from the cast off edge for the underarm, cast off 3 (4 - 4 - 4) sts at the beginning of each right side row 5 (4 - 4 - 4) times,
Sizes 4 & 6 year old:
Work one row.
Cast off remaining 3 sts.
Fasten Off.
Right Hand Shoulder:
Slip the remaining 39 (40 - 44 - 47) sts back onto your needles, ready to begin working a RS row, join yarn to inner neckband edge.
Work in stocking st for 1cm ending with a RS row.
Shape Armholes:
Cast off 3 sts at the beginning of the next row ... 36 (71 - 79 - 85) sts
Decrease one st at the armhole edge of each row until 30 (32 - 36 - 39) sts
remain.
Work without further shaping until piece measures 9 (10 - 11 - 12) cm from the cast off edge for the underarms, ending with a WS row.
Shape Neckline Edge:
Cast off 6 (6 - 8 - 10) sts at the beginning of the next row.
Decrease by one st at neckline edge on each row, 9 (10 - 9 - 10) times AT THE SAME TIME, when work measures 12 (13 - 14 - 15) cm from the cast off edge for the underarm, cast off 3 (4 - 4 - 4) sts at the beginning of each wrong side row 5 (4 - 4 - 4) times.
Sizes 4 & 6 year old:
Work one row.
Cast off remaining 3 sts.
Fasten Off.
SLEEVES (MAKE TWO)
Using 3.00mm needles, cast on 62 (66 - 72 - 78) sts.
Work in rib as for the front and back for 3cm, ending with a WS row.
Change to using 3.25mm needles, and increase by one st at each end of the next row.
Increase by one st at each end of the 8th following row and each there after, until there are 68 (72 - 78 - 84) sts.
To shape the top of the sleeve, cast off 3 sts at the beg of the next 2 rows ... 62 (66 - 72 - 78) sts
Decrease by one st at each end of every alt row until there are 38 (42 - 46 - 48) sts
Cast off 2 sts at the beginning of each row until there are 26 (30 - 34 - 36) sts
Cast off 3 sts at the beginning of each row until there are 14 (18 - 22 - 24) sts remaining.
Cast off remaining sts.
FINISHING
Collar Band:
Sew shoulder seams together. With RS facing, pick up and knit 20 (24 - 26 - 28) sts along right front neck, knit 30 (32 - 34 - 40) sts from back stitch holder, continuing down front left neck pick up and knit 20 (24 - 26 - 28) sts ... 70 (80 - 86 - 96) sts
Work in garter stitch for 2cm, ending with a RS row.
Next Row: K5, SSK, Knit to last 7 sts, K2tog, K5.
Next Row: K4, P1, P2tog, Purl to last 7 sts, P2togtbl, P1, K4.
Repeat these two rows until ... 52 (62 - 68 - 78) sts
Work in garter stitch until piece measures 6cm from the beginning where stitches were picked up at neckband. Cast off tightly.
Sewing Up:
Sew sleeve heads into armhole seam, taking care to line up shoulder seam with the centre of the cast off edge on the sleeve.
Sew a zipper into the front placket.
Sew up side seam and sleeve seam in one continuous seam, working from the body hem to the sleeve hem.
Weave in all ends, steam and stretch gently into shape.
ITEM A: Hem Detail (See PDF Document)
Alternative Yarns
When substituting Makr Cotton 4ply, choose a yarn that can achieve the pattern tension of 28 sts and 36 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 3.25mm needles.
Suitable alternatives may include smooth 4ply cotton or cotton-blend yarns with good stitch definition and enough softness for children’s wear. A lightweight yarn with similar drape will help maintain the intended fit and breathable finish.
Customisation Ideas
- Work the polo shirt in a classic solid colour for a versatile everyday garment.
- Use a contrasting colour for the collar band and sleeve cuffs.
- Choose a contrasting zipper to add a sporty detail to the front placket.
- Work subtle stripes through the stocking stitch body for a different look.
- Adjust the body or sleeve length where appropriate to customise the fit.
Care Instructions
Follow the care instructions provided on the yarn label used for the project. Cotton garments may benefit from gentle washing and reshaping while damp.
Dry flat where recommended to help maintain the collar, ribbing and overall shape. Take care when steaming to avoid stretching the knitted fabric, and close the zipper before storing to help keep the front edges aligned.
