Babies and Children Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky - 1775 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky Babies and Children Cardigans – Knitting Pattern 1775

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar presents three charming cardigan designs for babies and young children, all worked in the wonderfully soft Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky yarn. The pattern covers sizes from birth (0–6 months) through to 7 years, making it a versatile addition to any knitter's collection. Whether you are knitting for a newborn or a growing child, this pattern provides everything needed to create a cosy, well-fitted handknitted cardigan.

The Three Cardigan Designs

Round Neck Cardigan

The first design is a classic Round Neck Cardigan, knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 637. This timeless style features a neat, rounded neckline that is practical and comfortable for babies and toddlers alike. It is a wonderfully traditional shape that suits all ages covered by the pattern.

• Yarn required: 3–7 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 637 (25g balls), depending on size
• Sizes: 0–6 months up to 6–7 years

V Neck Cardigan

The second design is a stylish V Neck Cardigan, worked in Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 635. The V-shaped neckline gives this version a slightly more grown-up look, making it particularly well suited to the older sizes in the pattern range. The V neck shaping requires careful decreasing along the front bands, adding a satisfying technical element for the knitter.

• Yarn required: 2–7 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 635 (25g balls), depending on size
• Sizes: 0–6 months up to 6–7 years

Cardigan with Collar

The third design is a Cardigan with Collar, knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 630. The addition of a collar gives this version extra warmth and a smart, finished appearance. Collars in chunky knitting are typically worked by picking up stitches around the neckline and working outward, creating a cosy frame around the face — ideal for keeping little ones snug in cooler weather.

• Yarn required: 3–7 balls of Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky shade 630 (25g balls), depending on size
• Sizes: 0–6 months up to 6–7 years

Sizing and Measurements

All three cardigans are available in six sizes, designed to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in). The actual garment measurements are slightly larger to allow for ease of movement, ranging from 44 cm to 70 cm. Full lengths range from 24 cm to 48 cm, and sleeve lengths — which are described as adjustable — run from approximately 15 cm to 33 cm, giving knitters the flexibility to customise the fit for individual children.

Materials

Yarn

All three designs are knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky, a chunky weight yarn from the trusted Sirdar Snuggly range. This yarn is specifically designed for babies and children's garments, known for its soft, fluffy texture and gentle feel against delicate skin. The snowflake effect gives the fabric a light, textured appearance. Each ball weighs 25g, and the number of balls required ranges from as few as 2 balls for the smallest sizes up to 7 balls for the largest.

Needles

The pattern calls for the following needles:

• 1 pair of 5½mm (UK5 / USA9) knitting needles