Round Neck Coat and V Neck Cardigan in Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK & Snuggly DK - 4773 - Downloadable PDF

Round Neck Coat and V Neck Cardigan in Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK & Snuggly DK – Pattern 4773

Sirdar pattern 4773 is a beautifully practical knitting pattern offering two classic baby and children's cardigan designs: a Round Neck Cardigan and a V Neck Cardigan. Both garments are sized from birth through to 7 years, making this a wonderfully versatile pattern that can grow with a child or be revisited for new arrivals. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, rated at an intermediate difficulty level, and is worked in DK weight yarn using standard knitting needles.

Sizes and Fit

The pattern covers six sizes designed to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), corresponding to ages 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, 2–3 years, 4–5 years, and 6–7 years. Actual finished chest measurements range from 45 cm to 71 cm, providing a comfortable, relaxed fit. Full lengths range from 24 cm to 42 cm, and sleeve lengths — noted as adjustable — range from 15 cm to 33 cm, allowing knitters to customise the fit as needed.

The Round Neck Cardigan

The Round Neck Cardigan is a timeless, classic style that suits babies and toddlers alike. Its neat, rounded neckline makes it easy to put on and take off, which is a practical consideration for young children. This version is worked in two shades, giving knitters the opportunity to introduce colour interest through contrast detailing — a charming feature that makes the finished garment feel playful and distinctive.

Yarn for the Round Neck Cardigan

• Main shade: Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK in shade 452 (colour reference F219) — quantities range from 2 to 5 x 50g balls depending on size
• Contrast shade: Sirdar Snuggly DK in shade 465 (colour reference F075) — 1 x 50g ball across all sizes

The V Neck Cardigan

The V Neck Cardigan offers a slightly more tailored, grown-up aesthetic while remaining perfectly suited to babies and young children. The V-shaped neckline adds elegance and visual length, making it a popular choice for gifting or special occasions as well as everyday wear. This version is worked in a single shade, keeping the focus on the texture and construction of the knitted fabric itself.

Yarn for the V Neck Cardigan

• Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK in shade 451 (colour reference F219) — quantities range from 2 to 5 x 50g balls depending on size

Yarn and Materials

Both cardigans are designed primarily for use with Sirdar Snuggly Rascal DK, a soft, baby-appropriate DK yarn well suited to delicate skin. The pattern also notes compatibility with several other yarns from the Sirdar Snuggly range, including Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, Snuggly Baby Crofter DK, Snuggly Pearls DK, and Snuggly Baby Spots DK, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting. This flexibility makes the pattern appealing to knitters who wish to explore different textures, fibres, or colourways within the Sirdar family.

The required needles are 1 pair of 4mm knitting needles (UK size 8 / USA size 6), which is the standard needle size for DK weight yarn and produces a neat, firm fabric appropriate for children's garments.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

As an intermediate level knitting pattern, pattern 4773 is well suited to knitters who