Angelus Cardigan and Matching Hat – P190’

Angelus Cardigan and Matching Hat by OGE Knitwear Designs

Project Overview

The Angelus Cardigan and Matching Hat set is a coordinated knitting project designed by OGE Knitwear Designs, featuring a classic baby and children's cardigan paired with a complementary hat. This intermediate-level knitting pattern offers multiple size options ranging from newborn through early childhood, making it a versatile design for gift-giving or expanding a child's wardrobe.

What Is Being Made

Cardigan: A button-up cardigan sweater designed for babies and young children, available in five graduated sizes. The cardigan is constructed to provide a comfortable, well-fitting garment with a finished chest measurement that ranges from 53.5 cm (21½ inches) for the smallest size up to 76.5 cm (30½ inches) for the largest size. The total length of the cardigan varies from 28 cm (11 inches) for newborns to accommodate the proportions of growing children.

Matching Hat: A coordinating hat pattern sized to match each cardigan size, with circumference options ranging from 38.5 cm (15½ inches) for babies to 46 cm (18½ inches) for older children. The hat design includes graduated sleeve lengths that correspond to the cardigan sizing, ensuring a cohesive, coordinated look.

Sizing Information

The pattern provides comprehensive sizing across five size categories:

• Size A: 3-6 months (cardigan length 16 cm / 6¾ in; hat circumference 38.5 cm / 15½ in; hat sleeve length 14 cm / 5½ in)
• Size B: 6-12 months (cardigan length 17.5 cm / 7 in; hat circumference 42.5 cm / 17 in; hat sleeve length 16 cm / 6¼ in)
• Size C: 12-18 months (cardigan length 20 cm / 7¾ in; hat circumference 46 cm / 18½ in; hat sleeve length 18 cm / 7 in)
• Size D: 2 years (cardigan finished chest 72 cm / 28¾ in; hat sleeve length 22 cm / 8¾ in)
• Size E: 3-4 years (cardigan finished chest 76.5 cm / 30½ in; hat sleeve length 26 cm / 10¼ in)

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level project employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for knitters with basic experience. The pattern utilizes standard knitting stitches and construction methods typical of fitted garment design. The cardigan construction involves shaping to create a well-proportioned garment, while the hat pattern demonstrates circular knitting techniques.

Materials and Tools Required

Yarn: The pattern calls for sport weight yarn, a lightweight yarn category ideal for creating delicate, fitted garments appropriate for babies and young children. Sport weight yarn provides excellent drape and comfort for small-scale projects.

Needles and Notions: The pattern requires specific needle sizes and types to achieve proper gauge:

• 3.5mm (US 4) circular needle, 60 cm (24 inches) long, or extra-long straight needles for the cardigan body
• Double-pointed 3.5mm (US 4) needles for hat construction
• One 3.5mm (US 6) circular needle, 40 cm (16 inches) long, for specific pattern sections

Additional materials are noted as required for the hat completion, as specified in the full pattern instructions.

Pattern Details

The Angelus Cardigan and Matching Hat set represents a complete coordinate design, allowing knitters to create a professional-looking, matched pair of garments. The intermediate difficulty level indicates that knitters should be comfortable with basic increases, decreases, and shaping techniques. The use of circular needles for the cardigan body and double-pointed needles for the hat demonstrates practical knitting construction methods that minimize seaming and create seamless, professional finishes.

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