Shawl Collared and Hooded Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK - 1928 - Downloadable PDF

Shawl Collared and Hooded Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK – Pattern 1928

This delightful knitting pattern from Sirdar (pattern number 1928) presents two charming baby and toddler cardigan designs: a Shawl Collared Cardigan and a Hooded Cardigan. Both are worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK yarn and are rated as Easy Knit, making them an ideal project for beginner knitters looking to create a beautiful, practical garment for a little one. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, so you can get started right away.

Who These Cardigans Are Designed For

Both designs are sized to fit babies and young children from birth through to 7 years old, covering six size options:

• 0–6 months – to fit a 41 cm (16 in) chest
• 6–12 months – to fit a 46 cm (18 in) chest
• 1–2 years – to fit a 51 cm (20 in) chest
• 2–3 years – to fit a 56 cm (22 in) chest
• 4–5 years – to fit a 61 cm (24 in) chest
• 6–7 years – to fit a 66 cm (26 in) chest

Actual measurements are slightly larger to allow for comfortable ease, ranging from 45 cm (17¾ in) up to 70 cm (27½ in) across the chest. Full lengths range from 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 48 cm (19 in) for the largest, and sleeve lengths run from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in).

The Two Designs

Shawl Collared Cardigan

The Shawl Collared Cardigan features a classic, softly folded shawl collar — a timeless design detail that frames a baby's face beautifully and adds an extra layer of warmth around the neck and chest. A shawl collar is typically knitted as an extension of the front bands and folds over naturally, creating a cosy, elegant finish without the need for a separate neckband. This style is perennially popular for baby knitwear and makes a wonderful gift. This version is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK shade 152.

Hooded Cardigan

The Hooded Cardigan is a practical and adorable alternative, featuring a knitted hood in place of a collar. Hoods on baby cardigans are typically constructed by picking up stitches around the neckline and working upward, then seaming across the top — creating a snug, all-in-one head covering that is perfect for cooler weather. This design is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK shade 153.

Yarn and Materials

Both cardigans are knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK, a DK weight yarn beloved for its softness and its distinctive self-striping, fairisle-effect colour changes — the Crofter range creates the look of intricate colourwork automatically as you knit, with no need to manage multiple yarn ends. This makes it especially well-suited to beginner knitters who want a visually interesting result with minimal complexity.

The yarn quantities required (in 50g balls) vary by size:

• 0–6 months: 2 balls
• 6–12 months: 3 balls
• 1–2 years: 3 balls
• 2–3 years: 4 balls
• 4–5 years: 4 balls
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