Baby Cakes Bc64 Austin Cardi and Beanie (8ply Baby)

A multi-textured cardigan makes an interesting pattern to knit, finished off with a matching beanie.

This delightful baby set features a crew neck cardigan with set-in sleeves, buttoned up with 2 x 2 rib bands and a garter stitch neckband. The coordinating beanie pattern offers two versions – knitted flat on straight needles or in the round on double pointed needles, giving you flexibility in your knitting method.

Pattern Details

Tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10 cm [4 ins] over stocking stitch on 4 mm [6 US] needles

Measurements

Cardigan - To fit:

• 0-3 months: 40 cm [16 ins]
• 3-6 months: 43 cm [17 ins]
• 6-9 months: 46 cm [18 ins]
• 9-12 months: 48 cm [19 ins]
• 12-18 months: 51 cm [20 ins]

Hat - To fit:

• 0-3 months: 35 cm [14 ins]
• 3-6 months: 40 cm [16 ins]
• 6-9 months: 45 cm [18 ins]
• 9-18 months: 48 cm [19 ins]

Materials Required

Recommended Yarn: 8ply Merino

Number of 50gm balls needed:

• 0-3 months: 3 balls
• 3-6 months: 4 balls
• 6-9 months: 5 balls
• 9-12 months: 5 balls
• 12-18 months: 6 balls

Needles and Notions:

• One pair each size 3.25 mm [3 US] and 4 mm [6 US] knitting needles, OR
• One set each size 3.25 mm [3 US] and 4 mm [6 US] double pointed needles
• Stitch holder
• 5-6 buttons