Two Colour Round Neck Cardigan in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Cashmere Merino DK - 5248 - Downloadable PDF

Two Colour Round Neck Cardigan in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Cashmere Merino DK – Pattern 5248

This beautifully crafted baby and toddler cardigan pattern from Sirdar (design number 5248) produces a classic two-colour round neck cardigan sized to fit babies and young children from 0–3 years. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty and is available as a downloadable PDF, making it instantly accessible for knitters ready to create a truly special handmade garment for a little one.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a neat, fitted round neck cardigan worked in two contrasting shades of double knitting yarn. The pattern as shown uses shade 458 Port as the main colour (Yarn A) and shade 473 White as the contrast colour (Yarn B), creating a striking two-tone effect. The cardigan features set-in or structured sleeves, a round neckline, and button fastenings. The pattern covers four sizes:

• 0–6 months – 41 cm (16") chest, 21 cm (8¼") full length, 15 cm (6") sleeve length
• 6–12 months – 46 cm (18") chest, 25 cm (9¾") full length, 17 cm (6½") sleeve length
• 1–2 years – 51 cm (20") chest, 29 cm (11½") full length, 20 cm (8") sleeve length
• 2–3 years – 56 cm (22") chest, 35 cm (13¾") full length, 24 cm (9½") sleeve length

The finished width ranges from 45 cm (17¾") to 61 cm (24") across the four sizes, providing a comfortable, wearable fit with a little ease.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino DK (yarn reference F229), a luxuriously soft double knitting yarn sold in 50g balls. This yarn is described as Sirdar's most premium blend for babies, combining natural merino wool and cashmere for exceptional softness, warmth, and stitch definition. It has been rigorously tested to be gentle against a baby's delicate skin and to remain soft wash after wash — an important quality for any baby garment.

• Yarn A (main colour, shade 458 Port): 2 balls (0–6 months) up to 5 balls (2–3 years)
• Yarn B (contrast colour, shade 473 White): 1 ball across all sizes

Alternative shades available in Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino DK include 453 Baby Blue, 454 Olive, and 457 Blush, allowing knitters to personalise the colour combination to suit their taste or the recipient.

The pattern also requires 5 buttons for the three smaller sizes and 6 buttons for the 2–3 years size. The recommended button is the Sirdar Elegant Button, code B5611 – 0626, which coordinates beautifully with the finished cardigan.

Knitting Needles

Two pairs of knitting needles are required:

• 4mm needles (UK 8 / USA 6) – used for the main body and sleeves in stocking stitch
• 3¼mm needles (UK 10 / USA 3) – typically used for ribbed or moss stitch borders, cuffs, and button bands to create a neat, firm edge

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct tension is essential for a well-fitting baby garment. The stated tension for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4") square, measured over stocking stitch using 4mm need