UKHKA 194 Cardigans and Waistcoats - UKHKA194pdf - Downloadable PDF

UKHKA 194 Knitting Pattern: Children's Cardigans and Waistcoats in Double Knitting

This UKHKA 194 downloadable PDF knitting pattern from UKHKA offers four classic children's designs in one comprehensive package: a Round Neck Cardigan, a V Neck Cardigan, a Round Neck Waistcoat, and a V Neck Waistcoat. Sized to fit chest measurements from 36 cm (14 in) to 56 cm (22 in), this versatile pattern is ideal for knitting handmade garments for babies and young children. Rated as intermediate difficulty, it suits knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping, ribbing, and working from multi-size instructions.

Garments Included in This Pattern

Round Neck Cardigan

A timeless children's cardigan featuring a neat round neckline and button fastening. Full length ranges from 20 cm (8 in) to 34 cm (13½ in) depending on size, with sleeve lengths from 12 cm (4¾ in) to 24 cm (9½ in). This design uses 4 [5:5:6:6] buttons and requires 1 to 2 balls of DK 100g yarn depending on the size being knitted.

V Neck Cardigan

A stylish alternative to the round neck version, the V Neck Cardigan features a classic V-shaped neckline that adds a slightly more tailored look to the finished garment. It fastens with 3 [4:4:4:5] buttons and uses the same yarn quantities as the Round Neck Cardigan — 1 to 2 balls of DK 100g yarn. A 3.25 mm (UK10 / US3) 80 cm circular needle is recommended for working the V neck neckband neatly.

Round Neck Waistcoat

A sleeveless version of the round neck design, the Round Neck Waistcoat is a practical and quick-to-knit option, requiring fewer materials — just 1 to 2 balls of DK 100g yarn across all sizes. It fastens with 4 [5:5:6:6] buttons and makes a wonderful layering piece for children's outfits.

V Neck Waistcoat

The V Neck Waistcoat combines the sleeveless construction with the elegant V neckline, fastening with 3 [4:4:4:5] buttons. Like the round neck waistcoat, it requires 1 to 2 balls of DK 100g yarn and benefits from the optional circular needle for a smooth neckband finish.

Sizes and Measurements

All four designs are worked across five sizes, with instructions for the smallest size given first and larger sizes in square brackets. The actual chest measurements of the finished garments range from 47 cm (18½ in) to 65 cm (25½ in), providing a comfortable fit with positive ease across all sizes.

• To fit chest: 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm / 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 in
• Actual measurement: 47, 53, 56, 62, 65 cm / 18½, 21, 22, 24½, 25½ in
• Full length: 20, 24, 27, 31, 34 cm / 8, 9½, 10½, 12, 13½ in
• Sleeve length: 12, 15, 17, 20, 24 cm / 4¾, 6, 6½, 8, 9½ in

Techniques and Stitches Used

The pattern is worked primarily in stocking stitch (knit on right side rows, purl on wrong side rows), which forms the smooth, classic fabric of the main body and sleeves. Borders and button bands are worked in 1x