Cardigans in Stylecraft Wondersoft DK Cashmere Feel - 9903 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigans in Stylecraft Wondersoft DK Cashmere Feel – Pattern 9903: A Detailed Summary

Pattern 9903 from Stylecraft is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring two easy lace cardigans designed for babies and toddlers. Both designs are worked in Stylecraft Wondersoft DK Cashmere Feel, a luxuriously soft double knit yarn chosen for its gentle, skin-friendly texture — ideal for delicate infant skin. The pattern covers sizes from Newborn through to 3 years, fitting chest measurements of 36 cm to 56 cm (14 in to 22 in), making it a versatile addition to any baby knitter's collection.

Designs Included in Pattern 9903

Design One: Round Neck Cardigan

The first design is a classic Round Neck Cardigan featuring a delicate lace panel running through the body and sleeves. This is a beautifully structured baby garment with a neat, traditional silhouette that suits both boys and girls. The lace detailing adds a decorative, heirloom quality without making the knitting overly complex, keeping it accessible for intermediate knitters.

Sizing and Measurements:

• Newborn: Actual chest 41 cm (16 in), full length 20 cm (8 in), sleeve length 12 cm (4¾ in)
• 0–6 months: Actual chest 46 cm (18 in), full length 24 cm (9½ in), sleeve length 15 cm (6 in)
• 6–12 months: Actual chest 54 cm (21¼ in), full length 28 cm (11 in), sleeve length 17 cm (6½ in)
• 12–24 months: Actual chest 57 cm (22½ in), full length 32 cm (12½ in), sleeve length 20 cm (8 in)
• 2–3 years: Actual chest 63 cm (24¾ in), full length 38 cm (15 in), sleeve length 24 cm (9½ in)

Construction and Techniques – Round Neck Cardigan

The Back is begun using 3.25 mm needles with a thumb method cast-on, casting on between 45 and 69 stitches depending on size. Eight rows of garter stitch form the lower border, providing a neat, non-curling edge. The knitter then changes to 4 mm needles to work the lace pattern, which creates a gentle, open texture across the fabric.

The lace pattern is a two-row repeat, making it straightforward to memorise and ideal for knitters who are building confidence with lace techniques:

• Row 1 (right side): Uses k2tog (knit two together), yfwd (yarn forward), and skpo (slip one, knit one, pass slipped stitch over) to create the lace eyelets, separated by knit stitches.
• Row 2 (wrong side): Combines knit and purl stitches to maintain the lace structure on the reverse.

The lace repeat is worked consistently until the back reaches the appropriate length for each size, ending on a wrong-side row before shaping begins. This consistent, repetitive structure makes the pattern approachable even for knitters who are new to lace work.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Garter stitch – used for borders and edgings; created by knitting every row
• Stocking stitch – likely used in plain sections of the garment
• Lace pattern – a two-row repeat incorporating yarn overs and decreases to form decorative eyelets
• k2tog (knit two together) – a right-leaning decrease used within the lace repeat
• skpo (slip one, knit one, pass slipped stitch over) – a left-leaning decrease that pairs with k2tog to create symmetrical lace