Cardigan in Sirdar Snuggly 4 Ply 50g - 4437 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly 4 Ply Crochet Cardigan Pattern 4437 – Sizes 6 Months to 7 Years

This downloadable PDF crochet pattern from Sirdar provides full instructions for making a classic baby and children's cardigan using Sirdar Snuggly 4 Ply yarn. The pattern is numbered 4437 and covers five sizes, ranging from 6–12 months through to 6–7 years, making it a versatile choice for parents, grandparents, and gift-makers looking to crochet a timeless garment for little ones.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a crocheted cardigan designed for babies and young children. It features a neat, fitted silhouette with raglan shaping at the armholes and a shaped neckline, giving it a polished, well-structured finish. The garment is fastened with a single button. The cardigan is worked in one piece to the armholes, which reduces seaming and makes construction more straightforward for crocheters who prefer a neater finish with fewer joins.

Sizes and Measurements

• 6–12 months: To fit 46 cm (18 in) chest; actual measurement 50 cm (19¾ in); full length 26 cm (10¼ in); sleeve length 17 cm (6½ in)
• 1–2 years: To fit 51 cm (20 in) chest; actual measurement 55 cm (21¾ in); full length 30 cm (11¾ in); sleeve length 20 cm (8 in)
• 2–3 years: To fit 56 cm (22 in) chest; actual measurement 60 cm (23¾ in); full length 31 cm (12 in); sleeve length 24 cm (9½ in)
• 4–5 years: To fit 61 cm (24 in) chest; actual measurement 65 cm (25½ in); full length 36 cm (14 in); sleeve length 29 cm (11½ in)
• 6–7 years: To fit 66 cm (26 in) chest; actual measurement 70 cm (27½ in); full length 40 cm (15¾ in); sleeve length 33 cm (13 in)

Materials Required

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly 4 Ply in shade 192 or 191, sold in 50g balls. The quantity required ranges from 2 balls for the smallest size up to 4 balls for the two largest sizes.
• Crochet Hook: A 3.00mm hook (UK 10 / USA D/3) is specified. Sirdar advises adjusting hook size up or down if your tension swatch does not match the stated tension.
• Notions: One button for the cardigan fastening.

Sirdar Snuggly 4 Ply is a fine-weight yarn specifically developed for babywear, known for its softness against delicate skin and its suitability for lightweight garments. The 4 ply weight produces a fine, neat fabric when crocheted at the stated tension, ideal for a fitted children's cardigan that is not too bulky.

Tension

The stated tension is 20 stitches and 14 rows to 10 cm (4 in) worked on a 3.00mm hook. Sirdar emphasises that achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the finished garment matches the stated measurements. Crocheters are advised to work a tension swatch before beginning: if fewer stitches are produced, switch to a thinner hook; if more stitches are produced, switch to a thicker hook.

Techniques Used

• One-piece construction to the armholes: The back and both fronts are worked together in a single piece up to the armhole shaping, reducing the number of seams in the finished garment.
• Raglan armhole shaping: The pattern uses specific decrease techniques at the armholes to create the characteristic