Sille Slipover (Junior) - Petite Knit
The Sille Slipover Junior is a beautifully structured layering piece, worked seamlessly from the top down in a subtle knit-and-purl texture that gives the fabric depth without bulk.
The design begins with the back yoke, followed by the shoulders and front yoke worked flat. Once joined, the body is worked in the round and finished with neat ribbed edges at the neckline and armholes. It’s a timeless, practical piece that works just as well over shirts as it does on its own.
This is a printed knitting pattern, not a digital download. Construction
Seamless, top-down construction
Knit-and-purl structure pattern
Worked flat, then in the round
Ribbed neckline and armholes
Designed for everyday wear and layering Sizes
7–8 (8–9) 9–10 (10–12) 12–14 years
Finished chest circumference:
75 (78) 81 (84) 87 cm
Length:
44 (45) 47 (49) 52 cm
(measured mid back incl. neck edge)
Shoulder width:
30 (31) 32 (33) 34 cm Gauge
20 sts × 32 rows = 10 × 10 cm
in pattern on 4 mm needles
Swatching is strongly recommended, as this textured fabric relies on correct gauge for fit and structure. Needles
4 mm circular needles (60 cm)
3.5 mm circular needles (40 & 60 cm) Yarn requirements (clear staff-proof)
This pattern can be worked in two different yarn approaches: Option 1: Two finer strands held together
This creates a soft, lofty fabric with gentle texture. Option 2: One strand of a heavier yarn
This works well if the yarn naturally meets gauge at 4 mm.
What matters most is metreage and gauge, not the brand name. Approximate total metreage required
These figures reflect the total yarn used, regardless of strand count. Size Approx. total metreage 7–8 yrs ~750 m 8–9 yrs ~900 m 9–10 yrs ~1,050 m 10–12 yrs ~1,050 m 12–14 yrs ~1,200 m
Always round up, especially if adjusting length
Textured patterns use more yarn than plain stockinette Yarn type guide (what works best)
You’re aiming for a fabric equivalent to:
Light worsted / heavy DK, or
Two finer yarns held together to meet gauge
Suitable fibres include:
Wool
Wool/alpaca blends
Wool with a touch of plant fibre for structure
Avoid very slippery or high-silk yarns unless carefully swatched — stitch definition matters here. Difficulty
★★★★☆ (4 out of 5)