Cardigans in Hayfield Baby Blossom DK - 4935 - Downloadable PDF

Hayfield Baby Blossom DK Cardigans – Pattern 4935: Knitting Pattern Summary

Pattern 4935 from Hayfield is a charming knitting pattern featuring two distinct cardigan designs for babies and young children, sized from birth (0–6 months) through to age 6–7 years. Both designs are worked in Hayfield Baby Blossom DK yarn and are suitable for knitters of intermediate ability. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it quick and convenient to access and print at home.

The Two Cardigan Designs

Shawl Collared Cardigan

The first design is a Shawl Collared Cardigan, a classic and cosy style featuring a wide, folded shawl collar that frames the neckline beautifully. This type of collar adds warmth and a traditional, heirloom feel to the finished garment, making it ideal for newborns and young children alike. The shawl collar is a popular feature in baby knitwear as it sits softly around the neck without any scratchy edges or tight ribbing.

• Yarn: Hayfield Baby Blossom DK, shade 361
• Yarn quantity: 1–2 x 100g balls depending on size
• Buttons required: 4 buttons (sizes 0-6 months to 2-3 years) or 5 buttons (sizes 4-5 years to 6-7 years)

V Neck Cardigan

The second design is a V Neck Cardigan, a neat and versatile style with a classic V-shaped neckline. The V neck is a timeless choice for children's knitwear, sitting comfortably and allowing easy dressing. This style is slightly more streamlined than the shawl collar version and works beautifully as an everyday layer over babygrows, tops, or dresses.

• Yarn: Hayfield Baby Blossom DK, shade 360
• Yarn quantity: 1–2 x 100g balls depending on size
• Buttons required: 4 buttons (sizes 0-6 months to 2-3 years) or 5 buttons (sizes 4-5 years to 6-7 years)

Sizing and Measurements

Both cardigans are offered in six sizes, covering a wide age range from newborn through to school age. The generous size range makes this pattern exceptional value, as knitters can return to it again and again as children grow.

• Ages: 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, 2–3 years, 4–5 years, 6–7 years
• Chest sizes to fit: 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in)
• Actual chest measurement: 45 cm (17¾ in) up to 71 cm (28 in)
• Full length: 24 cm (9½ in) up to 48 cm (19 in)
• Sleeve length: 15 cm (6 in) up to 33 cm (13 in), noted as adjustable to suit individual needs

Materials and Needles

Both cardigans are designed specifically for Hayfield Baby Blossom DK, a soft and gentle yarn well suited to baby and children's garments. The pattern also notes compatibility with Hayfield Baby DK, Hayfield Illusion DK, and Hayfield Spirit DK, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting.

• Primary yarn: Hayfield Baby Blossom DK (100g balls)
• Yarn weight: DK (double knitting)
• Needles required: 1 pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles and 1 pair of 3¼mm (UK10 / USA