Cardigan, Bonnet, Shoes and Blanket in Sirdar No.1 - 4849 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigan, Bonnet, Shoes and Blanket in Sirdar No.1 – Pattern 4849

This charming Sirdar knitting pattern (pattern number 4849) offers a complete coordinated layette set for babies and toddlers, covering sizes from birth through to 3 years. The set includes four individual projects: a classic baby cardigan, a traditional bonnet, a pair of shoes, and a generous square blanket. Whether you are preparing a gift for a newborn or knitting a wardrobe for a growing toddler, this pattern provides everything needed to create a beautifully matched collection in one downloadable PDF.

Who This Pattern Is For

Rated as intermediate in difficulty, this pattern is well suited to knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping techniques and are ready to tackle small, detailed construction such as baby shoes and a shaped bonnet. It is a rewarding project for those looking to expand their skills while producing practical, heirloom-quality pieces for little ones.

The Cardigan

The cardigan is designed to fit chest sizes from 41 cm (16 in) up to 56 cm (22 in), corresponding to ages 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, and 2–3 years. The actual finished measurements range from 45 cm to 60 cm across the chest, providing a comfortable, slightly eased fit suitable for layering over bodysuits and vests.

• Full length: 23 cm (9 in) for the smallest size, up to 36 cm (14 in) for the largest
• Sleeve length: 15 cm (6 in) to 24 cm (9½ in), noted as adjustable to suit individual needs

The adjustable sleeve length is a particularly practical feature, allowing knitters to customise the fit as babies grow at different rates. Baby cardigans of this style are typically worked in separate pieces — back, two fronts, and sleeves — then seamed together, with button bands added to finish the front opening. This construction method is well suited to DK weight yarn and produces a neat, structured result.

The Bonnet

The bonnet is included in all four size options — 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, and 2–3 years — and is designed to fit an average-sized baby's or child's head for each respective age. Head circumferences are given as 22.5 cm, 25.5 cm, 27.5 cm, and 30 cm (approximately 9 in to 11¾ in). Traditional baby bonnets are typically worked flat or in the round, shaped at the back with simple decreases or seaming, and finished with a tied or ribbed border around the face. They make a classic and practical accessory, offering warmth and protection for newborns and young babies.

The Shoes

The baby shoes are included for the first three sizes only (0–6 months, 6–12 months, and 1–2 years), as shoes become less practical for older toddlers in knitted form. They are designed to fit an average-sized baby's or child's foot for the relevant age. Knitted baby shoes are a perennially popular project, typically constructed by casting on for the sole, working increases to shape the foot, then decreasing for the toe and picking up stitches for the upper. They are a satisfying small project that works up quickly in DK yarn.

The Blanket

The blanket is a substantial square measuring 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 in), making it a generous size suitable for use in a pram, cot, or as a play mat. This is a single-size project. Blankets of this scale in DK weight yarn are often worked in textured stitch patterns — such as moss stitch, seed stitch, or simple lace repeats — that lie flat without curling and provide visual interest across the large surface area. The finished blanket would make a beautiful keepsake gift alongside the matching cardigan, bonnet, and shoes.

Materials and Yarn

All four projects in this pattern are designed to be knitted in Sirdar No. 1 DK, shade 206, which is a DK (double knitting) weight yarn. The yarn is presented in 100g balls. Yarn requirements vary by project and size: