Babies and Children Jackets in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 1749 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly DK 1749 – Babies and Children's Knitted Jackets Pattern (Birth to 6–7 Years)

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar presents three classic baby and children's jacket designs, all worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn. The pattern covers six sizes ranging from birth (0–6 months) through to 6–7 years, making it a versatile addition to any knitter's collection. Each jacket is designed to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), with actual garment measurements providing comfortable ease across all sizes.

The Three Jacket Designs

V Neck Jacket

The first design is a neat, timeless V Neck Jacket, worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 389. This classic style features a clean V-shaped neckline, making it easy to dress and undress young children. The V neck is typically finished with a neat ribbed or picked-up border that frames the neckline and runs down the button band. The jacket fastens with buttons — 4 buttons for the smallest sizes, increasing to 6 buttons for the largest sizes — providing a secure and practical closure suitable for babies and toddlers alike.

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 389
• Yarn quantity: 2–4 x 50g balls depending on size
• Buttons: 4 (sizes 0–6 months to 2–3 years) up to 6 (sizes 6–7 years)

Jacket with Collar

The second design is a Jacket with Collar, knitted in Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 379. This version adds a folded or stand-up collar to the classic jacket silhouette, giving it a slightly more traditional, dressed-up appearance. The collar is typically worked in the same yarn and stitch pattern as the body, creating a cohesive and polished finish. Like the V Neck version, this jacket features a button front opening.

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 379
• Yarn quantity: 2–4 x 50g balls depending on size

Jacket with Hood

The third design is a Jacket with Hood, worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 344. The addition of a hood makes this version especially practical and cosy for babies and young children, providing extra warmth and a charming look. The hood is typically knitted as an extension of the neckline, shaped and seamed to create a snug fit. This version requires slightly more yarn than the other two designs due to the additional fabric of the hood.

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 344
• Yarn quantity: 2–5 x 50g balls depending on size

Sizing and Measurements

All three jackets are available in six sizes, covering a wide age range suitable for gifting or making ahead. The full length of the jackets ranges from 24 cm (9½ in) for newborns up to 48 cm (19 in) for 6–7 year olds. Sleeve length is noted as adjustable, ranging from 15 cm to 33 cm, allowing knitters to customise the fit. Actual chest measurements provide generous ease over the stated chest sizes, ensuring comfortable, practical garments for active little ones.

Techniques Used

These jackets are knitted flat in separate pieces — typically a back, two fronts, and sleeves — which are then seamed together. This construction method is well suited to knitters of all experience levels who are comfortable with basic garment shaping. Key techniques used throughout the pattern include:

• Knitting flat on straight needles, working back and forth in rows
• Shaping through increases and decreases for armholes, sleeves, and necklines
• Ribbing for cuffs, hems, and button bands, providing elasticity and a neat finish