Sirdar Pattern 5250 Cardigans - (8ply Baby)
This charming pattern features two classic baby cardigan designs - a neat V-Neck Cardigan and a cosy Cardigan with Collar - both worked in a luxuriously soft DK weight yarn. Sized from newborn through to 2–3 years, these are timeless wardrobe staples that knit up beautifully for gifting or keeping.
V-Neck Cardigan
| Size | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 1–2 Years | 2–3 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (in) | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
| Chest (cm) | 41 | 46 | 51 | 56 |
| Width (in) | 17¾" | 19¾" | 22¾" | 24¾" |
| Width (cm) | 45 | 50 | 58 | 63 |
| Full Length (in) | 9½" | 11" | 12½" | 15" |
| Full Length (cm) | 24 | 28 | 32 | 38 |
| Sleeve Length (in) | 6" | 6½" | 8" | 9½" |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 |
| Balls required (50g/130m) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Cardigan with Collar
| Size | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 1–2 Years | 2–3 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (in) | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
| Chest (cm) | 41 | 46 | 51 | 56 |
| Width (in) | 17¾" | 19¾" | 22¾" | 24¾" |
| Width (cm) | 45 | 50 | 58 | 63 |
| Full Length (in) | 9½" | 11" | 12½" | 15" |
| Full Length (cm) | 24 | 28 | 32 | 38 |
| Sleeve Length (in) | 6" | 6½" | 8" | 9½" |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 |
| Balls required (50g/130m) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
You Will Also Need
- 1 pair 3.25mm (UK10 / US3) knitting needles
- 1 pair 4mm (UK8 / US6) knitting needles
- 80cm circular needle (for edging)
- Stitch holder

Description
This charming pattern features two classic baby cardigan designs - a neat V-Neck Cardigan and a cosy Cardigan with Collar - both worked in a luxuriously soft DK weight yarn. Sized from newborn through to 2–3 years, these are timeless wardrobe staples that knit up beautifully for gifting or keeping.
V-Neck Cardigan
| Size | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 1–2 Years | 2–3 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (in) | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
| Chest (cm) | 41 | 46 | 51 | 56 |
| Width (in) | 17¾" | 19¾" | 22¾" | 24¾" |
| Width (cm) | 45 | 50 | 58 | 63 |
| Full Length (in) | 9½" | 11" | 12½" | 15" |
| Full Length (cm) | 24 | 28 | 32 | 38 |
| Sleeve Length (in) | 6" | 6½" | 8" | 9½" |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 |
| Balls required (50g/130m) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Cardigan with Collar
| Size | 0–6 Months | 6–12 Months | 1–2 Years | 2–3 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (in) | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" |
| Chest (cm) | 41 | 46 | 51 | 56 |
| Width (in) | 17¾" | 19¾" | 22¾" | 24¾" |
| Width (cm) | 45 | 50 | 58 | 63 |
| Full Length (in) | 9½" | 11" | 12½" | 15" |
| Full Length (cm) | 24 | 28 | 32 | 38 |
| Sleeve Length (in) | 6" | 6½" | 8" | 9½" |
| Sleeve Length (cm) | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 |
| Balls required (50g/130m) | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
You Will Also Need
- 1 pair 3.25mm (UK10 / US3) knitting needles
- 1 pair 4mm (UK8 / US6) knitting needles
- 80cm circular needle (for edging)
- Stitch holder













