Boleros in Hayfield Baby DK - 4682- Downloadable PDF

Hayfield Baby DK Boleros – Pattern 4682: Baby Girl's & Girl's V-Neck and Shawl Collared Boleros

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two charming bolero designs for baby girls and girls, sized from birth to 7 years. Both designs are worked in Hayfield Baby DK yarn and share the same construction framework, making this a versatile pattern booklet that offers two distinct finished looks from a single purchase. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it well suited to knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and have some experience working garment pieces.

The Two Designs at a Glance

Design One: V-Neck Bolero

The first garment is a classic V-Neck Bolero, a short, open-fronted jacket that sits at or just below the bust line, leaving the front open with a neat V-shaped neckline. Boleros of this style are perennially popular for babies and young girls as a lightweight layer over dresses, tops, or party outfits. This version is knitted in Hayfield Baby DK shade 465.

Design Two: Shawl Collared Bolero

The second garment is a Shawl Collared Bolero, which features a soft, folded shawl collar that frames the neckline and adds a cosy, elegant finish. The shawl collar detail elevates the garment, making it suitable for smarter occasions as well as everyday wear. This version is knitted in Hayfield Baby DK shade 466. A single button is used as a fastening, adding a delicate decorative and functional touch.

Sizing and Measurements

The pattern covers six sizes to fit a wide age range:

• 0–6 months – to fit 41 cm (16 in) chest, actual measurement 45 cm (17¾ in)
• 6–12 months – to fit 46 cm (18 in) chest, actual measurement 51 cm (20 in)
• 1–2 years – to fit 51 cm (20 in) chest, actual measurement 55 cm (21¾ in)
• 2–3 years – to fit 56 cm (22 in) chest, actual measurement 60 cm (23¾ in)
• 4–5 years – to fit 61 cm (24 in) chest, actual measurement 65 cm (25½ in)
• 6–7 years – to fit 66 cm (26 in) chest, actual measurement 71 cm (28 in)

Full lengths range from approximately 23 cm (9 in) for the smallest size up to 36 cm (14 in) for the largest. Sleeve lengths are adjustable and range from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in), giving knitters the flexibility to customise fit as children grow.

Materials Required

Each bolero design requires Hayfield Baby DK yarn in 100g balls:

• 1 ball for sizes 0–6 months, 6–12 months, and 1–2 years
• 2 balls for sizes 2–3 years, 4–5 years, and 6–7 years

Additional materials needed include:

• 1 pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles – used for the main body fabric
• 1 pair of 3¼mm (UK10 / USA3) knitting needles – used for ribbed or finer-tension sections such as welts and cuffs
• 1 button – for the fastening, particularly relevant to the Shawl Collared Bolero

Yarn: Hayfield Baby DK

Hayfield Baby DK is a double knitting weight yarn specifically formulated for babywear and children's garments. DK weight yarn is a popular choice for children's knitwear as it works up relatively quickly