Back to School Class act styles for elementary, middle school, high school and college
FALL IN Every back-to-school wardrobe needs a new sweater or two! We’ve included a cardigan and pullover style for each grade level–elementary, middle school, high school and college. There is one to knit and one to crochet for each school level.
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The easy-fit styling is totally right, whether paired with jeans or skirts or whatever the style of the day. The patterns are not too difficult for those with limited experience. And the yarns
N LOVE are definitely comfy so they are great to wear when concentrating in class or while enjoying time with friends. Each yarn is available in colors to please any personality from studious nerd to fashion obsessed. Sweater photos are linked to the FREE pattern on our redheart.com website where you can download it and even order the yarn.
Bobbie, Cat & Donna RED HEART Inspiration Team
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CONTENTS
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL
6 Be Stoked Knit Sweater
14 Chillin’ Out Knit Cardigan
8 It’s Elementary Crochet Cardigan
16 Make the Grade Crochet Tunic
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
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COLLEGE
10 Awesome, Cool Knit Sweater
18 My Go To Knit Cardigan
12 Best Crochet Cardigan Ever
20 Gotta Have It Cable Crochet Sweater
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BE STOKED KNIT
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SWEATER
LW6311 EASY Designed by Jodi Lewanda
Even in elementary school a girl feels more confident with a fashionable sweater made with love just for her! This classic sweater is up-dated with bishop’s sleeves and a loose fit that can be accessorized for class or special events. What you will need: RED HEART® Soft®: 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5) balls 9010 Charcoal Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] Stitch marker Yarn needle
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IT´S ELEMENTARY CROCHET
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CARDIGAN
LW6318 EASY Designed by Salena Baca
Crochet this fashion-right longer length cardigan to keep her warm on cool mornings. She’ll love the softness of this yarn that’s available in a range of awesome colors. What you will need: RED HEART® Amore’™: 4 (5, 5, 6, 7, 8) balls 6259 Chai Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9] Yarn needle, stitch marker
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AWESOME, COOL KNIT
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SWEATER
LW6319 EASY Designed by Scarlet Taylor
This knit sweater is fashionably loose and comfy to wear while always looking cool. Make it in a favorite shade of this yarn that we named Soft—because it is!
What you will need: RED HEART® Soft: 5 (6, 6, 7, 8) balls 9440 Lt Grey Heather Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] and 4.5mm [US 7] Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] 16” [40 cm] Stitch markers Stitch holder Yarn needle
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BEST EVER CROCHET
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CARDIGAN
LW6320 EASY Designed by Heather Lodinsky
This easy to crochet cardigan has a lot going for it! Smooth (not scratchy) yarn, a cool longer length and nifty pockets. Choose from a super array of colors in this amazing washable yarn. What you will need: RED HEART® Amore’™: 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) balls 6724 Peaceful Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6.5mm[US K-10½] Stitch markers Yarn needle
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CHILLIN´ OUT KNIT
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CARDIGAN
LW6321 EASY Designed by Lisa Gentry
This classic, no-fuss style is perfect for the high school student that wants to be in fashion without looking childish. The interesting pattern stitch adds texture and pockets are an added convenience. High-quality acrylic yarn will machine wash beautifully. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love: 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4) skeins 1914 Berry Red Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 4mm [US 6] and 5.5mm [US 9] Susan Bates® Circular Knitting Needles: 4mm [US 6] 40” [100 cm] 5 Buttons 1” [2.5 cm] in diameter, stitch holder, pins or removable stitch markers, yarn needle
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MAKE THE GRADE CROCHET
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TUNIC
LW6322 EASY Designed by Lisa Gentry
This cozy sweater is crocheted with amazingly soft yarn that is comfortable to wear on your most testing days. Each piece is a simple rectangle, so there is no tricky shaping. What you will need: RED HEART® Amore™: 7 (8, 8, 9, 9, 10, 11) balls 6387 Serene Crochet Hook: 5 mm [US 8] Yarn needle VIEW PATTERN
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MY GO TO KNIT
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CARDIGAN
LW6323 EASY Designed by Cathy Payson
Wherever you go, this ultra-soft, knit cardigan is the perfect extra layer. Whether going to class, meeting friends or concentrating on a class assignment, you’ll love the versatility of this sweater! What you will need: RED HEART® Amore™: 7 (7, 7, 8, 8, 8) balls 6316 Chamomile Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8] straight needles, and 5mm [US 8] 36” [90 cm] circular needle Yarn needle
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GOTTA HAVE IT CABLE
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CROCHET SWEATER
LW6324 EASY Designed by Diane Moyer
An interesting pattern of cable stitches gives this sweater casual campus style. The minty shade is on trend this season, or there is a wide selection of colors in this yarn for personal options. What you will need: RED HEART® With Love®: 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) skeins 1932 Minty Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6.5mm [US K-10½] Stitch markers Yarn needle
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Red Heart Yarn for Back-to-Sc
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Amazingly soft polyester yarn that works into a fabric you will fall in love with! It slips along the needles or hook effortlessly and has a wonderful hand.
SHOP YARN
With an ultra-soft hand and elegant drape that is ideal f has been proven as one of
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d subtle luster, Soft has an for fashion looks. This yarn the Red Heart favorites!
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This ultra-soft, premium acrylic yarn is perfect for garments and most anything else you want to knit or crochet. You’ll love the beautiful range of solids and mixable prints.
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