82. Waffle Stitch Baby Cardigan Set Knitting Pattern (PDF Download)

Waffle Stitch Baby Cardigan Set Knitting Pattern

Knit a beautiful waffle stitch baby cardigan set with this practical knitting pattern, including a matching beanie hat and bootees.

This design features a lightly textured waffle stitch worked on reverse stocking stitch, creating a detailed yet practical baby outfit. The set includes both round neck and V-neck cardigan options.

The cardigan has buttonholes worked on both sides, making it ideal for gender-neutral knitting before the baby’s gender is known.

The pattern includes multiple baby and reborn doll sizes and can be knitted in either 4ply or DK yarn depending on the size required.

Perfect for baby gifts, reborn dolls, hospital knitting, photography outfits and everyday wear.

What’s Included

• Waffle stitch baby cardigan knitting pattern

• Matching beanie hat and bootees

• Round neck and V-neck cardigan options

• Instructions for multiple sizes

• Suitable for 4ply or DK yarn depending on size

Sizes Included

15–16" reborn (Approx 2.5–4lb Prem baby)

16–17" reborn (Approx 3–5lb Prem baby)

18–19" reborn (Approx 5–7lb Newborn baby)

20–21" reborn (Approx 8–10lb Newborn baby)

22" reborn (0–3 month baby)

Skills Required

• Knit

• Purl

• Knit into rows below

• Yarn forward

• Slip stitches

• Pass slipped stitches over

• Knit two stitches together

• Pick up stitches

Sizes, Yarn & Needles

15–16” or 37.5–40cm Height (Approx 2.5–4lb Prem baby)

• 100g 4ply yarn

• 6 buttons for round neck version or 4 buttons for V-neck version

• 1m ribbon for bootees

• 3 stitch holders

• 1 pair 2.75mm needles

• Tension: 30 stitches and 38 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

16–17” or 40–42.5cm Height (Approx 3–5lb Prem baby)

• 100g 4ply yarn

• 6 buttons for round neck version or 4 buttons for V-neck version

• 1m ribbon for bootees

• 3 stitch holders

• 1 pair 3.25mm needles

• Tension: 28 stitches and 36 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

18–19” or 45–47.5cm Height (Approx 5–7lb Newborn baby)

• 150g 4ply yarn

• 6 buttons for round neck version or 4 buttons for V-neck version

• 1.5m ribbon for bootees

• 3 stitch holders

• 1 pair 3.75mm needles

• OR DK yarn with 3.25mm needles

• Tension: 26 stitches and 34 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

20–21” or 50–52.5cm Height (Approx 8–10lb Newborn baby)

• 150g DK yarn

• 6 buttons for round neck version or 4 buttons for V-neck version

• 1.5m ribbon for bootees

• 3 stitch holders

• 1 pair 3.75mm needles

• Tension: 24 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

22” or 55cm Height (0–3 Months)

• 200g DK yarn

• 6 buttons for round neck version or 4 buttons for V-neck version

• 1.5m ribbon for bootees

• 3 stitch holders

• 1 pair 4mm needles

• Tension: 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch