Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK - 4523 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK – Pattern 4523

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar provides instructions for two classic baby and children's cardigans: a long-sleeved cardigan and a short-sleeved cardigan. Both designs are worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, a soft double knit yarn perfectly suited to delicate baby and toddler skin. The pattern covers a generous size range, from birth to 7 years, making it a versatile addition to any knitter's collection.

Sizes and Fit

The pattern is sized to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), spanning six age brackets:

• 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

Each size includes a small amount of positive ease, ensuring a comfortable, relaxed fit typical of children's knitwear. Full lengths range from 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 39 cm (15½ in) for the largest.

Design 1: Long-Sleeved Cardigan

The long-sleeved version is a timeless, practical cardigan ideal for year-round wear. Sleeve lengths range from 15 cm (6 in) for newborns up to 33 cm (13 in) for 6–7 year olds, and are noted as adjustable, giving knitters the flexibility to customise the length to suit an individual child. This design is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK shade 108.

Materials for the Long-Sleeved Cardigan

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, shade 108 – quantities range from 3 balls (0–6 months) up to 6 balls (6–7 years), each ball weighing 50g
• Yarn weight: DK (double knit)
• Needles: Standard knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn (specific sizes detailed in the PDF)

Design 2: Short-Sleeved Cardigan

The short-sleeved cardigan offers a lighter, seasonally versatile option — ideal as a summer layer or a neat cover-up for warmer months. Short sleeve lengths are kept minimal, ranging from just 2 cm (¾ in) for the youngest sizes up to 3 cm (1¼ in) for older children. This design is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK shade 175.

Materials for the Short-Sleeved Cardigan

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, shade 175 – quantities range from 2 balls (0–6 months) up to 4 balls (6–7 years), each ball weighing 50g
• Yarn weight: DK (double knit)
• Needles: Standard knitting needles appropriate for DK weight yarn (specific sizes detailed in the PDF)