Cardigans in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 4817 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly DK 4817 – Children's Cardigans Knitting Pattern (Birth to 7 Years)

This Sirdar Snuggly DK pattern 4817 is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring two classic children's cardigans: a V Neck Cardigan and a Shawl Collared Cardigan. Designed for babies and young children from birth through to 7 years old, both designs are worked in the soft and baby-friendly Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn, making them ideal for sensitive skin. The pattern is rated as intermediate in difficulty, offering a satisfying project for knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and finishing techniques.

Sizes and Fit

The pattern covers six sizes to suit a wide range of ages and chest measurements:

• 0–6 months – to fit 41 cm (16 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 47 cm (18½ in)
• 6–12 months – to fit 46 cm (18 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 52 cm (20½ in)
• 1–2 years – to fit 51 cm (20 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 57 cm (22½ in)
• 2–3 years – to fit 56 cm (22 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 62 cm (24½ in)
• 4–5 years – to fit 61 cm (24 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 67 cm (26½ in)
• 6–7 years – to fit 66 cm (26 in) chest, actual measurement approximately 72 cm (28¼ in)

Full lengths range from 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 48 cm (19 in) for the largest. Sleeve lengths are noted as adjustable, ranging from 15 cm to 33 cm depending on size, giving knitters flexibility to customise the fit.

Design 1 – V Neck Cardigan

The V Neck Cardigan is a timeless, neat-fitting children's cardigan featuring a classic V-shaped neckline. This style is versatile and easy to layer, making it a practical wardrobe staple for babies and toddlers alike. The V neck shaping requires straightforward decreasing techniques worked symmetrically on the left and right fronts, giving knitters good practice in garment shaping. A contrast colour detail adds a decorative touch, making the finished garment visually appealing without requiring complex colourwork techniques.

Design 2 – Shawl Collared Cardigan

The Shawl Collared Cardigan features a cosy, folded shawl collar that frames the neckline warmly — particularly well suited to cooler months and newborn babies who benefit from extra neck coverage. The shawl collar is a classic knitwear detail that adds a traditional, heirloom feel to the garment. Like the V Neck version, this design incorporates a contrast shade for added visual interest.

Materials – Yarn

Both cardigans are designed to be knitted in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn, a soft double knitting weight yarn specifically developed for babies and children. Each design uses two shades:

• V Neck Cardigan: Main shade F075 shade 480 – requiring 3 to 6 x 50g balls depending on size; Contrast shade 446 – 1 x 50g ball across all sizes
• Shawl Collared Cardigan: Main shade F075 shade 482 – requiring 3 to 6 x 50g balls depending on size; Contrast shade 446 – 1 x 50g ball across all sizes

The pattern notes that both designs are also suitable for Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, Snuggly Baby Crofter DK, Snuggly Rascal DK, and Snu