Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 4622 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly DK 4622 – Children's Cardigans Knitting Pattern (Birth to 7 Years)

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar presents two charming children's cardigan designs worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn: a Long Sleeved Cardigan and a Short Sleeved Cardigan. Both versions are sized to fit babies and young children from birth through to 7 years, making this a wonderfully versatile pattern to return to as little ones grow. The designs feature a classic, neat silhouette with a button-front opening, making them practical everyday garments as well as sweet occasion pieces.

Sizes and Fit

The pattern covers six size options, designed to fit the following chest measurements:

• 0–6 months: 41 cm / 16 in chest, 46 cm / 18 in actual measurement
• 6–12 months: 46 cm / 18 in chest, 50 cm / 19¾ in actual measurement
• 1–2 years: 51 cm / 20 in chest, 55 cm / 21¾ in actual measurement
• 2–3 years: 56 cm / 22 in chest, 61 cm / 24 in actual measurement
• 4–5 years: 61 cm / 24 in chest, 65 cm / 25½ in actual measurement
• 6–7 years: 66 cm / 26 in chest, 70 cm / 27½ in actual measurement

Full lengths range from 21 cm (8¼ in) for the smallest size up to 32 cm (12½ in) for the largest, with sleeve lengths noted separately for both long and short versions. The long sleeve length ranges from 15 cm to 33 cm and is described as adjustable, which is a helpful feature for knitters who want to customise the fit. The short sleeve version features a neat 2 cm (¾ in) sleeve across all sizes, giving a clean, tidy finish ideal for warmer weather or layering.

Design Details: Long Sleeved Cardigan

The Long Sleeved Cardigan is worked in a three-colour combination using Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn. The colourwork design adds visual interest and a playful, child-friendly aesthetic that is well suited to the Snuggly yarn range. The three colours are referenced as Colour A (shade 312), Colour B (shade 313), and Colour C (shade 251). This version is ideal for cooler seasons and provides full arm coverage, making it a practical layering piece for babies and toddlers.

Design Details: Short Sleeved Cardigan

The Short Sleeved Cardigan shares the same three-colour approach, using Colour A (shade 312), Colour B (shade 313), and Colour C (shade 350) — note that Colour C differs between the two designs, giving each cardigan its own distinct palette. The short sleeve makes this version perfect for spring and summer wear or as a lightweight top layer over a long-sleeved bodysuit or top.

Materials

Both cardigans are designed for use with Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn, sold in 50g balls. The number of balls required varies by size and colour, with larger sizes naturally requiring more yarn across each colour. The pattern also notes compatibility with several other yarns in the Sirdar Snuggly range:

• Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK
• Snuggly Pearls DK
• Snuggly Peekaboo DK
• Snuggly Baby Cotton DK
• Snuggly Tiny Tots DK

Knitters are advised that yarn amounts may vary when substituting. All of these yarns are DK weight, making them suitable for standard DK needles. DK weight yarn