Cardigan and Pull on Hat in Sirdar Snuggly Tutti Frutti - 4738 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly Tutti Frutti Pattern 4738 – Cardigan and Pull On Hat

Pattern 4738 from Sirdar is a charming knitting pattern featuring two coordinating designs for babies and young children: a classic button-front cardigan and a pull on hat. Both pieces are worked in Sirdar Snuggly Tutti Frutti yarn, making this a wonderfully cohesive set suitable for gifting or building a little one's wardrobe. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and covers six sizes, from birth to 7 years, making it a versatile addition to any knitter's collection.

Cardigan

What Is Being Made

The cardigan is a traditional, comfortable button-front garment designed for babies and children aged 0–6 months through 6–7 years. It features set-in or structured sleeves with an adjustable sleeve length, making it adaptable for growing children. Chest sizes range from 41 cm (16 in) to 66 cm (26 in), with actual garment measurements of 44 cm to 71 cm, providing a comfortable, slightly eased fit. Full lengths range from 24 cm (9½ in) to 48 cm (19 in), and sleeve lengths from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in).

Techniques Used

• Thumb method cast on – used throughout for casting on stitches cleanly and with a neat edge
• Stocking stitch (st-st) – the primary fabric of the cardigan body and sleeves, created by alternating knit and purl rows
• Rib stitch – a k1, p1 rib pattern is used on the front bands and edges, providing stretch and a tidy, professional finish
• Shaping – increases and decreases are worked to shape the back, fronts, and sleeves, requiring intermediate-level skill
• Buttonhole working – the pattern includes 5 to 7 buttons depending on size, requiring neat buttonhole placement

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch (st-st) – knit on right side, purl on wrong side; forms the smooth main fabric of the cardigan
• K1, P1 rib – used for borders and front bands, adding elasticity and structure

Materials

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Tutti Frutti, shade 307, in 50g balls. Quantities range from 2 balls for the smallest size up to 5 balls for the largest size.
• Needles: One pair of 5mm (UK6 / USA8) knitting needles and one pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles
• Notions: 5 to 7 buttons depending on size

Tension

The cardigan body is worked to a tension of 27 stitches and 48 rows to 20 cm (8 in) over stocking stitch on 5mm needles. Rib and border sections are worked on 4mm needles to a tension of 27 stitches and 52 rows to 20 cm over garter stitch. Achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the garment matches the stated measurements.

Pull On Hat

What Is Being Made

The pull on hat is a simple, snug-fitting beanie-style hat designed to coordinate with the cardigan. It is sized to fit an average baby's or child's head for each of the six age ranges covered in the pattern, from newborn through age 7. Its straightforward construction makes it an excellent quick knit to accompany the cardigan as a matching set.

Techniques Used