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UKHKA 80 Baby Sweater and Cardigan Knitting Pattern – DK Weight, Sizes Premature to 3–4 Years

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from UKHKA (pattern reference UKHKA 80) provides instructions for two classic baby and toddler garments: a pullover sweater top and a cardigan top, both worked in Double Knitting (DK) weight yarn. The pattern is rated intermediate difficulty and is ideal for knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and garment construction. Both designs are sized to fit a wide range of young children, from premature babies through to 3–4 year olds, covering chest sizes of 35.5 cm to 61 cm (14 to 24 inches).

Garments Included

Baby Sweater Top

The sweater is a classic pullover style designed for babies and toddlers. It is worked in Baby DK yarn in Pale Blue and features a neat, fitted silhouette with set-in or structured sleeves. The sweater includes 4 buttons as a fastening detail, likely at a shoulder or neck opening to make dressing a young child easier — a practical and thoughtful design feature common in infant knitwear. Finished lengths range from 20 cm (8 inches) for premature sizing up to 33 cm (13 inches) for the 3–4 year size, with sleeve lengths ranging from 11.5 cm (4.5 inches) to 23 cm (9 inches).

• Yarn: Baby DK 100g in Main Colour Pale Blue
• Yarn Quantity: 2 balls for premature through 1–2 years; 3 balls for 3–4 years
• Buttons: 4 buttons required

Baby Cardigan Top

The cardigan is an open-front design worked in Baby DK yarn in Cream. Like the sweater, it is sized from premature through to 3–4 years and shares the same overall length and sleeve length measurements. The cardigan uses 2 to 3 buttons depending on size (2 buttons for premature through 1–2 years, 3 buttons for 3–4 years), creating a simple, elegant front opening. The Cream colourway gives the cardigan a timeless, versatile appeal suitable for any gender and perfect as a gift or everyday garment.

• Yarn: Baby DK 100g in Main Colour Cream
• Yarn Quantity: 2 balls for premature through 1–2 years; 3 balls for 3–4 years
• Buttons: 2 buttons for smaller sizes; 3 buttons for 3–4 years

Sizes and Measurements

Both garments are offered in six sizes to fit the following chest measurements:

• Premature: to fit 35.5 cm / 14 in chest; actual size 40.5 cm / 16 in
• 0–3 Months: to fit 40.5 cm / 16 in chest; actual size 45.5 cm / 18 in
• 3–6 Months: to fit 45.5 cm / 18 in chest; actual size 51 cm / 20 in
• 6–12 Months: to fit 51 cm / 20 in chest; actual size 56 cm / 22 in
• 1–2 Years: to fit 56 cm / 22 in chest; actual size 61 cm / 24 in
• 3–4 Years: to fit 61 cm / 24 in chest; actual size 66 cm / 26 in

The actual sizes are generously cut with positive ease built in, which is typical for comfortable baby and toddler knitwear. The range of sizes makes this a highly versatile pattern that can be knitted repeatedly as a child grows.

Knitting Techniques Used

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