Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton - 5278 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton DK Cardigans – Pattern 5278: Knitting Pattern Summary

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar (Design No. 5278) presents two classic baby cardigan designs sized for children aged 0–3 years. Both garments are worked in Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton DK, a premium, machine-washable double knitting yarn spun from 100% cotton fibre. The pattern is rated Intermediate in difficulty and has been triple-checked by Sirdar to guarantee success when knitted with their recommended yarns.

The Two Designs at a Glance

Design 1: Round Neck Cardigan

The first garment is a round neck cardigan, a timeless baby classic with a neat, close-fitting neckline that is both practical and comfortable for infants. The colourwork version shown uses three shades of Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton DK:

• Yarn A: Shade 757 Light Grey
• Yarn B: Shade 759 Rhino
• Yarn C: Shade 761 Cream

The round neck design features a classic button band running up the front opening, with 5 buttons for the three smaller sizes and 6 buttons for the largest size. The recommended button is the Sirdar Elegant Button, Code B5611-0121, which coordinates beautifully with the yarn palette.

Design 2: V-Neck Cardigan

The second garment is a V-neck cardigan, offering a slightly more open neckline that gives a smart, layered look over baby grows and vests. The colourway shown uses:

• Yarn A: Shade 765 Ice Blue
• Yarn B: Shade 751 Light Blue
• Yarn C: Shade 767 Spearmint

Like the round neck version, this design features a front button band and uses the same button quantities and recommended button reference. The V-neck shaping requires careful decrease work at the neckline, making it an engaging project for knitters with some experience of garment construction.

Sizing and Measurements

Both cardigans are available in four sizes, covering a wide range of baby and toddler ages:

• 0–6 months: 41 cm (16") chest, 45 cm (17¾") width, 24 cm (9½") full length, 15 cm (6") sleeve length
• 6–12 months: 46 cm (18") chest, 51 cm (20") width, 28 cm (11") full length, 17 cm (6½") sleeve length
• 1–2 years: 51 cm (20") chest, 55 cm (21¾") width, 32 cm (12½") full length, 20 cm (8") sleeve length
• 2–3 years: 56 cm (22") chest, 60 cm (23¾") width, 38 cm (15") full length, 24 cm (9½") sleeve length

Yarn and Materials

Both designs are knitted in Sirdar Snuggly 100% Cotton DK (F230), available in 50g balls across 24 shades. This yarn has been specially developed to retain its softness, shape, and colour through repeated machine washing — an essential quality for baby garments. Being 100% cotton, it is breathable and gentle against a baby's sensitive skin.

Yarn quantities required are modest, making these an economical project:

• Sizes 0–6 months and 6–12 months: 1 ball each of Yarns A, B, and C
• Sizes 1–2 years and 2–3 years: 2 balls each of Yarns A, B, and C

The pattern also calls for the Sirdar Elegant Button, Code B5611