Sirdar Pattern 2572 Net Tops - (8ply Child)
A charming pair of summer knits for little ones, Sirdar 2572 features two styles - a sleeveless top and a short-sleeved top - both worked in a light, breathable DK-weight cotton. The delicate net stitch detail makes these tops perfect for warm-weather dressing, from backyard play to holiday outings.
Please note: This pattern is available as a printed booklet only — a PDF version is not available.
Pattern Details
- Sizes: 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 years
- Needles required: 4mm and 3.25mm knitting needles, plus stitch holders
Sleeveless Top — Sizing & Yarn Requirements
| Age (Years) | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 59 | 61 | 64 | 66 | 69 |
| Chest (in) | 23¼ | 24 | 25¼ | 26 | 27¼ |
| Width (cm) | 64 | 66 | 68 | 71 | 75 |
| Width (in) | 25¼ | 26 | 26¾ | 28 | 29½ |
| Full Length (cm) | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Full Length (in) | 15 | 15¾ | 16½ | 17¼ | 18 |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Balls required (50g/106m) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Short-Sleeved Top — Sizing & Yarn Requirements
| Age (Years) | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 59 | 61 | 64 | 66 | 69 |
| Chest (in) | 23¼ | 24 | 25¼ | 26 | 27¼ |
| Width (cm) | 64 | 66 | 68 | 71 | 75 |
| Width (in) | 25¼ | 26 | 26¾ | 28 | 29½ |
| Full Length (cm) | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Full Length (in) | 15 | 15¾ | 16½ | 17¼ | 18 |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Balls required (50g/106m) | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
You Will Also Need
- 1 pair 4mm knitting needles
- 1 pair 3.25mm knitting needles
- Stitch holders

Description
A charming pair of summer knits for little ones, Sirdar 2572 features two styles - a sleeveless top and a short-sleeved top - both worked in a light, breathable DK-weight cotton. The delicate net stitch detail makes these tops perfect for warm-weather dressing, from backyard play to holiday outings.
Please note: This pattern is available as a printed booklet only — a PDF version is not available.
Pattern Details
- Sizes: 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 years
- Needles required: 4mm and 3.25mm knitting needles, plus stitch holders
Sleeveless Top — Sizing & Yarn Requirements
| Age (Years) | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 59 | 61 | 64 | 66 | 69 |
| Chest (in) | 23¼ | 24 | 25¼ | 26 | 27¼ |
| Width (cm) | 64 | 66 | 68 | 71 | 75 |
| Width (in) | 25¼ | 26 | 26¾ | 28 | 29½ |
| Full Length (cm) | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Full Length (in) | 15 | 15¾ | 16½ | 17¼ | 18 |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Balls required (50g/106m) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
Short-Sleeved Top — Sizing & Yarn Requirements
| Age (Years) | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 59 | 61 | 64 | 66 | 69 |
| Chest (in) | 23¼ | 24 | 25¼ | 26 | 27¼ |
| Width (cm) | 64 | 66 | 68 | 71 | 75 |
| Width (in) | 25¼ | 26 | 26¾ | 28 | 29½ |
| Full Length (cm) | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Full Length (in) | 15 | 15¾ | 16½ | 17¼ | 18 |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Balls required (50g/106m) | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
You Will Also Need
- 1 pair 4mm knitting needles
- 1 pair 3.25mm knitting needles
- Stitch holders













