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Perfectly plain kid's sweaters and trousers V

Pattern ID: Robin 1978
Wool brand: Vogue, Colorama, Crepe, Specklespun, Tricel-Nylon, Bri-Nylon
Yarn quantity: Sweater: 8-11 (1 oz balls) - 1 extra for polo neck; Trousers: 8-11
Sizes: 24-30 inch chest (4 sizes)

Wool weight: Double Knitting
Needle size: 4mm and 3¼mm
Tension (10x10cm): 24sts x 32rows

Price: £3.00 (includes 2nd class postage within UK
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Description: Plain sweater in double knitting with Polo or Crew neckline, plus knitted trousers.
The pattern has the usual disfiguring horizontal crease (not shown in photo) which does not affect the instructions.