Kids Knit Jacket Arctic Fox

Knit something special for your little one! This beginner-friendly pattern walks you through making a cozy top-down baby cardigan with a sweet front closure using natural coconut buttons (15 mm / 0.6″). Instructions are written row by row — no guesswork! You’ll shape the neckline with short rows, add raglan increases, work sleeves flat, and finish the body.

Designed for newborns to 4 years, this cardigan is warm, soft, and suitable for any season. Want a playful touch? Add an embroidered arctic fox using duplicate stitch — optional but adorable! A simple chart is included.

Skill level: Beginner to confident beginner

Sizes: 0–3 mo, 6–9 mo, 12–18 mo, 1.5–2 y, 3–4 y

Gauge: 23 sts x 32 rows = 10 cm in stockinette

TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE!

Yarn:

– Lace (held double) or Sport/light DK (held single)

– Yardage: 100 g to 250 g depending on size

Tools:

– Circular needles 3.25 mm & 3.00 mm

– Stitch markers, tapestry needle

– 7–9 bamboo buttons (15 mm)