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UKHKA 83 Double Knitting Cardigans, Hat and Scarf

Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern collection features three coordinating garments designed for babies and young children: cardigans, a matching hat, and a scarf. All pieces are worked in double knitting weight yarn, making them suitable for intermediate knitters. The collection includes sizing for premature infants through two-year-old children, with chest measurements ranging from 36cm to 56cm (14 to 22 inches).

Cardigans

The cardigan designs are the primary focus of this pattern collection. Multiple cardigan styles are included, with the round neck cardigan being specifically detailed in the pattern instructions. The cardigans are tailored to fit chest measurements of 36, 41, 46, 51, and 56cm, with actual finished measurements of 41, 46, 51, 56, and 61cm respectively. Full length measurements range from 20cm for premature sizes to 38cm for the two-year-old size. Sleeve length varies from 12cm to 24cm depending on the size selected.

Hat

A coordinating hat is included in this pattern collection, available in sizes ranging from 31cm to 41cm (12 to 16 inches) in circumference to fit the various age groups covered by the cardigan sizing.

Scarf

A matching scarf completes the three-piece set. The scarf dimensions are 10cm wide by 48cm to 56cm long (4 x 19 to 4 x 22 inches), depending on the size category selected.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for knitters with some experience. The construction begins with the thumb method cast-on, a classic technique for creating a flexible edge. The primary stitch pattern used throughout the garments is ribbing, specifically a knit 2, purl 2 (k2, p2) rib pattern that creates elasticity and structure.

The ribbing pattern is established over the first two rows, with the pattern repeating across the width of the work. Subsequent rows maintain this alternating knit and purl sequence. The pattern includes increases worked within the ribbed sections to shape the garment pieces, with increases distributed evenly across rows to maintain the rib pattern integrity.

Materials and Yarn Requirements

All pieces in this collection are worked in double knitting (DK) weight yarn, a versatile weight suitable for creating garments with good drape and stitch definition. The recommended yarn is a quality double knitting in cream shade. Yarn requirements vary by size:

• Premature and 0-3 months sizes: 2 balls of 50gm
• 3-6 months size: 3 balls of 50gm
• 6-12 months size: 3 balls of 50gm
• 1-2 years size: 4 balls of 50gm
• 2 years size: 4 balls of 50gm

Needles and Tools

The pattern specifies 3¼mm needles for working the cast-on and ribbed sections. These needles are appropriate for double knitting yarn and will produce the correct gauge for proper fit across all sizes.

Pattern Format

This pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF, allowing immediate access to complete instructions for all three garments and all five size options. The format includes detailed measurements, stitch-by-stitch instructions, and sizing charts to guide knitters through the construction process.