Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK - 1485 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK – Pattern 1485: Detailed Summary

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar (pattern number 1485) provides instructions for two charming baby and children's cardigans: a Round Neck Cardigan and a Shawl Collared Cardigan. Both designs are worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK yarn and are sized to fit children from birth through to 7 years old, making this pattern a wonderfully versatile addition to any knitter's collection.

Designs Included

Round Neck Cardigan

The Round Neck Cardigan is a classic baby and toddler garment featuring a neat, traditional round neckline. It is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK in shade 175. This style is a timeless wardrobe staple for little ones, offering a clean, tidy finish that suits both everyday wear and special occasions. The round neck shaping is achieved through careful decrease work around the neckline, and the front opening is fastened with 3 buttons for sizes 0–6 months through 1–2 years, and 4 buttons for sizes 2–3 years through 6–7 years.

Shawl Collared Cardigan

The Shawl Collared Cardigan adds a cosy, stylish touch with its distinctive shawl collar, giving the finished garment a more relaxed and snuggly feel — perfectly in keeping with the Snuggly yarn range. This version is worked in Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK in shade 173. The shawl collar is a classic knitting feature created by picking up stitches around the neckline and working additional rows to form the folded, draped collar effect. Like the round neck version, it fastens with 3 or 4 buttons depending on the size being made.

Sizing and Measurements

The pattern covers six sizes, designed to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), corresponding to ages:

• 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 50 cm / 19¾ in
• 1–2 years – to fit 51 cm / 20 in chest; actual measurement 55 cm / 21¾ 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 70 cm / 27½ in

Full lengths range from approximately 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 37 cm (14½ in) for the largest. Sleeve lengths are adjustable and are measured just below the armholes, ranging from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in) across the size range.

Yarn and Materials

Both cardigans are designed for use with Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter DK, a soft, baby-appropriate double knitting weight yarn. The yarn requirement ranges from 2 x 50g balls for the smallest sizes up to 5 x 50g balls for the largest sizes, for both the Round Neck and Shawl Collared versions.

The pattern notes that these designs are also suitable for a wide range of other Sirdar Snuggly DK-weight yarns, including:

• Snuggly DK
• Snuggly