Baby Cakes Bc123 Lottie Sweater and Hat (8ply Baby)

Create a charming handknit ensemble for your baby with this beautiful sweater and beanie set, inspired by the rugged beauty of New Zealand's high country stations. This delightful design combines elegant lace work with intricate cable details, making it ideal for everyday comfort or those memorable special moments.

The sweater features a practical shoulder button opening for easy dressing, a classic crew neckline, and a relaxed drop shoulder silhouette. The coordinating beanie offers two knitting options—work it flat on straight needles or seamlessly in the round using double pointed needles.

Pattern Details:

• Available in printed format only (not PDF)
• Designed for 8ply merino (50g balls)
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch on 4 mm needles

Sizing Guide:

Sweater:

• 0-3 months (40 cm/16 in chest) – Finished garment 45 cm/18 in – 3 balls
• 3-6 months (43 cm/17 in chest) – Finished garment 50 cm/20 in – 3 balls
• 6-9 months (46 cm/18 in chest) – Finished garment 53 cm/21 in – 4 balls
• 9-12 months (48 cm/19 in chest) – Finished garment 56 cm/22 in – 4 balls
• 12-18 months (51 cm/20 in chest) – Finished garment 59 cm/23 in – 5 balls

Hat:

• 0-3 months (35 cm/14 in)
• 3-6 months (40 cm/16 in)
• 6-9 months (45 cm/18 in)
• 9-18 months (48 cm/19 in)

You'll Need:

• 3.25 mm and 4 mm knitting needles (both straight and double pointed)
• Stitch holders and cable needle
• Three buttons
• Possum pompom