Calao is now available in a kids’ version! With its wide range of options and choice of fabrics, this pattern allows you to create everything from a unisex sportswear sweatshirt to a very girly cosy jumper. An ideal base for personalising each design to suit your children’s tastes.
✨ The spirit of the design
The signature feature of Calao is its lovely, delicately pleated sleeves, which add a touch of sophistication to the jumper.
For a more understated, unisex version, you can also opt for plain sleeves.
👕 Sleeve options
- Pleated sleeves
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Plain sleeves (unisex version)
Available finishes: - plain hem
- ribbed hem
- elasticated drawstring
👚 Sweatshirt hem options
- Long, with hem
- Long, with ribbed waistband
- Crop, with elasticated waistband
🧢 Neckline & details
- Simple neckline
- Neckline trim
- Hood
👉 For the version with ribbing, it is also possible to add a kangaroo pocket.
✂️ Cut
The cut is close-fitting.
For a more loose fit, we recommend sewing the waistline higher up.
🧵 What you’ll learn whilst sewing Calao
🧷 How to measure elasticity
🧷 How to sew ribbing
🧷 How to sew a hood
🧷 How to sew flat pleats
📐 Sizes
- Children: ages 2 to 12
A pattern packed with options, perfect for creating unique, comfortable children’s sweatshirts to suit all styles.













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