Cardigans, Coat & Hat in King Cole Baby DK - 5215 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigans, Coat & Hat in King Cole Baby DK

What is Being Made

This King Cole pattern collection features a coordinated set of three separate knitted garments designed for babies: cardigans, a coat, and a matching hat. The designs are suitable for babies ranging from newborn to toddler sizes, with finished chest measurements spanning from 31 cm to 54 cm (12 to 21 inches). The collection allows crafters to create a complete coordinated wardrobe set using the same yarn and complementary stitch techniques throughout.

Techniques Used

The garments in this pattern collection are constructed using fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level knitters. The primary construction method involves working pieces flat on needles and assembling them together. Tension control is emphasized as critical to achieving proper fit, with knitters instructed to knit a tension square before beginning the main garment to ensure accurate stitch and row gauge.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs classic knitting stitches to create the garments:

• Stocking Stitch (st-st) - the primary stitch used throughout, created by knitting on the right side and purling on the wrong side to produce a smooth, uniform fabric
• Garter Stitch (gst) - created by knitting every row, used for textured sections and edgings
• Knit and Purl combinations - basic stitches that form the foundation of the designs

The pattern also incorporates shaping techniques including increases and decreases to create fitted garment silhouettes appropriate for baby clothing.

Materials and Specifications

These garments are knitted using King Cole Baby DK yarn, a double knit weight yarn suitable for creating soft, wearable baby garments. The pattern requires 4mm knitting needles as the primary tool. The tension specification is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm (4 inches) measured over stocking stitch on 4mm needles, making this an important measurement for achieving the correct finished garment sizes. The pattern accommodates both main shade and contrast color options, allowing for creative color combinations in the finished pieces.

Pattern Details

This is a downloadable PDF pattern from King Cole, available for immediate digital access. The pattern includes complete abbreviations and instructions for all standard knitting terminology. As part of King Cole's charitable initiative, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation with the purchase of this pattern, combining creative crafting with charitable support.