If child’s garment is desired or if you are not a regular size, work as
follows:
(1) Take chest or bust measure. Divide the figure in half (half is
front, half is back).
(2) Multiply this figure (the half of chest measure) by sts (or rows)
necessary to equal gauge.
(3) Follow directions given, working back and front to desired length to
underarm. Work armhole shaping in proportion to directions given. Work
armhole desired length. Shape shoulder proportionately to directions
being followed. Work sleeves in proportion to added or subtracted sts.
(4) Always have same number of rows on back and front of sweater. Work
same amount of rows for both sleeves.