Rosy Scalloped Cardigan

Rosy Scalloped Cardigan by Kate Oates

What is Being Made

The Rosy Scalloped Cardigan is a charming knitted cardigan designed for infants and children, available in sizes ranging from Newborn through 10 years. This sweet garment features a single button closure at the neckline and is thoughtfully designed with generous sizing options to accommodate different body measurements and wearing preferences. The finished chest measurements range from 16.5 inches (41.5 cm) for the Newborn size up to 32.5 inches (82 cm) for the 10-year size, making it a versatile pattern for growing children.

Design Features and Construction

This cardigan showcases delicate aesthetic details that make it both practical and visually appealing. The garment features scalloped edging along the hem and cuffs, inspired by the coordinating Rosy Scalloped Hat pattern. A complementary i-cord edging runs along the neckline and buttonband, adding a refined finish to the garment.

The Rosy Scalloped Cardigan is constructed using a bottom-up knitting method with raglan-style seamless sleeves. This construction technique creates a comfortable fit without the need for seaming, and the raglan shaping provides ease of movement for active children. The single button closure at the neck offers a simple, secure fastening while maintaining the sweet aesthetic of the design.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This pattern is written for adventurous beginner to intermediate level knitters, making it accessible to those with some knitting experience who are ready to tackle slightly more complex projects. The primary stitch used throughout the garment is stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a refined appearance suitable for a children's cardigan.

Key techniques employed in this pattern include:

• Raglan shaping for seamless sleeve construction and comfortable fit
• Scalloped edging worked along the hem and cuffs for decorative detailing
• I-cord edging along the neckline and buttonband for a polished finish
• Bottom-up construction allowing for easy adjustments and try-ons during knitting
• Stockinette stitch as the primary fabric stitch

Yarn and Materials

The Rosy Scalloped Cardigan is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn, which provides a lightweight, drapey fabric ideal for children's garments. Yardage requirements vary by size, ranging from 225 yards for the Newborn size to 950 yards for the 10-year size, allowing knitters to select appropriate yarn quantities based on the intended finished size.

The pattern specifies a gauge of 21 stitches and 32 rows per 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, which is important for achieving the correct finished measurements and fit. Knitters will need appropriate needles for DK weight yarn and a single button for the neckline closure.

Sizing and Fit

This pattern offers exceptional sizing flexibility with ten different size options: Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years, and 10 years. The pattern notes generous sizing options, and the example shown features a 12-month size with 2 inches (5 cm) of positive ease, demonstrating the comfortable, relaxed fit intended for this design.