ARIEL MERMAID SWEATER

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Inspiration

Knitting allows you to create garments in three dimensions. We can take advantage of this quality to create textures that give life and movement to our creations to wrap our little ones in their daily lives and also encourage their creativity. The tail, braid and arms of the mermaid come to life to become almost a doll embedded in her sweater.

Sizes

2 (4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16) years old. As every little one is different you can be guided not only by the years, but also by the measurements of the bust width which is 34 (36, 39, 41, 44, 46, 49, 51) cm/ 13.5 (14.5, 15.5, 16.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 20.5)“.

See the tabs below for more information on construction notes, level of difficulty, prerequisites, materials and gauge.

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🧶 Ariel Sweater Knitting Pattern

Discover the Ariel Sweater knitting pattern, a 3D-inspired sweater that will delight little ones. This design lets them carry their favorite character with them, turning the sweater into more than just clothing—a little companion that goes wherever they go.


🌿 Why you’ll love the Ariel Sweater knitting pattern

  • Available in sizes 2–16 years

  • 3D design inspired by Ariel, perfect for kids to enjoy wearing

  • Includes support videos for the most challenging parts

  • Professionally tested by multiple knitters to ensure clarity and ease of use

  • Ideal for beginners who want to step out of their comfort zone


📐 Pattern details for the Ariel Sweater

  • Sizes: 2–16 years

  • Chest circumference (blocked garment): 63–93 cm / 25–37 in (approx., depending on size)

  • Construction: flat, with 3D details

  • Recommended positive ease: 10–15 cm / 4–6 in


👩‍🏫 Is this pattern for you?

  • Perfect for knitters who want a fun, detailed sweater for little ones.

  • Great for beginners seeking a guided project with helpful videos.

  • Designed for those who enjoy combining creativity, learning, and playful details in a project.


✨ Additional notes

If you want more inspiration, check out the Ballerina Sweater pattern, another fun and detailed project.

1. How to knit the fin: Knitwear designer 🧶Esti Juango (@ileradebu) 

2. How to knit the braid: Knitwear designer 🧶Esti Juango (@ileradebu) 

3. How to knit the arms: Knitwear designer 🧶Esti Juango (@ileradebu) 

🧶 Start your project today

Download the Ariel Sweater knitting pattern and create a magical sweater full of details your little ones will adore. A project that combines fun, technique, and creativity.

Construction notes

The sweater starts at the back. It is knitted starting at the back of the neck and working down the entire backside. The stitches are picked up to knit the front from top-down. After shaping the neckline the mermaid pattern is worked top-down.
The mermaid is the same size in all sizes, but it is centered so that it is well positioned in each size.

The pattern consists of the following sections:

  1. Back
  2. Front
  3. Mermaid finishings
  4. Sleeves
  5. Collar

Difficulty Level

Intermediate
Pattern has been tech edited and tested

What do you need to know?

To knit, purl, make increases, read charts and colorwork (intarsia). Support videos are also provided.

Gauge

In a 10 x 10 cm (4 in x 4 in) square you should have 20 sts and 29 rows. Knit the swatch with stockinette stitch and block it.

Material

  • Yarn: Drops Merino Extra fine – 50gr; 105m (115yds). Merino Superwash Wool (100%)
  • Amount main color (Color A): 4 (5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 8, 9) skeins of 50 gr
  • Total in meters: 420 (525, 525, 630, 735, 840, 840, 945) m -Total in yards: 460 (575, 575, 690, 805, 920, 920, 1.035) yds
  • DK yarn left overs for the mermaid: Color B: Tail/ Color C: Hair/ Color D: Skin
  • Other yarn suggestions provided
  • Circular 4mm (US 6) needle with at least 80 cm cable to work flat
  • 4mm (US 6) Double pointed needles or short circular needles to work the sleeves in the round
  • Circular 3.5 mm (US 4) needle for the collar
  • 4 Markers (Locking markers)
  • Tapestry needle

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