V Neck and Shawl Neck Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK - 1255 - Downloadable PDF

Pattern Summary: V Neck and Shawl Neck Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK (Pattern 1255)

This Sirdar pattern (reference 1255) offers two charming baby and children's cardigan designs — a V Neck Cardigan and a Shawl Neck Cardigan — both knitted in the beautifully soft Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK yarn. Rated as Easy Knit, this is an ideal pattern for beginner knitters looking to create a practical, stylish, and cosy handmade garment for a little one. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it instantly accessible from the moment of purchase.

Size Range and Fit

One of the great strengths of this pattern is its generous size range, covering six sizes from Birth to 7 years. The sizes correspond to the following chest measurements:

• 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 54 cm (21¼ 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)

The full length ranges from 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 48 cm (19 in) for the largest, and sleeve length — which is noted as adjustable — ranges from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in). The adjustable sleeve length is a particularly useful feature, allowing knitters to customise the fit as children grow.

Design 1: V Neck Cardigan

The V Neck Cardigan is a classic, timeless design that works beautifully for both boys and girls. The V-shaped neckline creates an elegant and neat finish, and the open-front cardigan style makes it easy to put on and take off — a practical consideration for dressing babies and young children. This design is shown knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK in Shade 163.

The self-striping, speckled, or tonal nature of the Snuggly Baby Crofter DK yarn adds visual interest to the fabric without requiring the knitter to manage multiple yarn colours or complex colourwork techniques, making it perfectly suited to a beginner-friendly pattern.

Yarn Requirements for the V Neck Cardigan

• 0–6 months: 2 x 50g balls
• 6–12 months: 2 x 50g balls
• 1–2 years: 3 x 50g balls
• 2–3 years: 3 x 50g balls
• 4–5 years: 4 x 50g balls
• 6–7 years: 5 x 50g balls

Design 2: Shawl Neck Cardigan

The Shawl Neck Cardigan offers a cosier, more enveloping neckline style. The shawl collar wraps softly around the neck, providing extra warmth — a wonderful feature for babies and toddlers in cooler weather. This design is shown knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK in Shade 164, giving it a slightly different colourway to the V Neck version, allowing knitters to easily distinguish between the two finished garments.