Baby Cardigan Pattern

This easy, beginner-friendly pattern will guide you through creating a cozy baby cardigan. Perfect for beginners, this project will introduce you to basic knitting techniques and result in a lovely wardrobe staple for any newborn.

Materials:

• Yarn: 100% Cotton yarn, 4-ply (approx. 250g) in white
• Needles: US size 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles
• Buttons: 3 small white buttons
• Yarn needle for sewing in ends
• Measuring tape for sizing

Gauge:

20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch.

Abbreviations:

• CO: Cast On
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• BO: Bind Off

Instructions:

Body of Cardigan:

1. CO 60 stitches.
2. Row 1: K across.
3. Row 2: K across.
4. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 12 inches from CO edge (approximately 30 rows).
5. Change to garter stitch: Continue knitting every row for another 10 inches (approximately 24 rows).
6. To create arm openings, BO 10 stitches at the start of the next two rows (30 stitches remaining).
7. Continue in garter stitch until the piece measures 15 inches in total length (about 12 rows with the armholes included).

Front Panel:

1. For the right front, CO 30 stitches (additional 30 stitches for the left when finished).
2. K 3 rows for a nice edge (this creates the button band when finished).
3. Continue in garter stitch until it measures 10 inches in length.
4. BO all stitches. Repeat the same for the left front panel.

Sleeves:

1. CO 30 stitches for each sleeve.
2. K 2 rows for the cuff.
3. Continue in garter stitch until each sleeve measures 8 inches long.
4. BO all stitches and repeat for the second sleeve.

Assembly:

1. Align and sew each front panel to the body of the cardigan using a yarn needle and matching yarn.
2. Sew each sleeve into the arm openings, ensuring a comfortable fit.
3. Attach the buttons at the appropriate positions on the right side front panel, ensuring the buttonholes are on the left side panel.
4. Weave in any loose ends using a yarn needle.

Finishing Touches:

Block the cardigan by gently washing it and laying it flat on a towel to dry. This helps the stitches even out and gives a polished look. Your baby cardigan is now ready to wear!

This project is not only functional but also a charming handmade piece that is sure to be treasured by any family. Enjoy your knitting!