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1 year old baby vest — how many stitches to start?

⚡ Short answer: The number of stitches for a 1 year old baby vest depends on yarn thickness and needle size; the most reliable method is measuring with a 10 cm knit swatch.

Anonymous

7 aylık bebek annesi · Health

1 year old baby vest — how many stitches to start? My mother-in-law says one thing, I read something else.

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The real reply from the in-app AI advisor

You're both probably right — stitch count completely depends on yarn thickness, needle size, and stitch pattern.

General averages for around 1 year old:

  • Medium yarn + size 4 needles → about 70-80 stitches
  • Thin yarn + size 3 needles → 80-90 stitches
  • Thick yarn + size 5-6 needles → 55-65 stitches

The real answer: cast on 10 stitches and knit about 10 cm, then measure how many stitches fit in 10 cm with a ruler. Then calculate based on your baby's chest (usually 48-52 cm). This way, you and your mother-in-law will both have the right number — the gauge swatch doesn't lie. 😊

If you calculate and share the chest measurement, we can figure out the exact stitch count together.

⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.

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