Textured Collared Baby Cardigan Knitting Pattern (PDF Download)

Create a beautiful textured collared baby cardigan with this easy-to-follow knitting pattern.

The design features textured stitching across the lower body, sleeve cuffs and collar, paired with a smooth stocking stitch upper body for a timeless baby cardigan style.

The pattern includes instructions for premature babies through to 0–3 months and also fits 15–22 inch reborn dolls, making it ideal for gifts, baby photography outfits, reborn dolls or charity knitting projects.

Sizes Included

15–16" reborn (Approx 2.5–4lb Prem)

16–17" reborn (Approx 3–5lb Prem)

18–19" reborn (Approx 5–7lb Newborn)

20–21" reborn (Approx 8–10lb Newborn)

22" baby (0–3 months)

Skills Required

Knit

Purl

Knit through back of loop

Purl 3 stitches together

Yarn forward

Knit 2 stitches together

Pick up stitches

Materials

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

• 100g 4ply yarn in main colour

• 5 buttons

• 1 pair 2.75mm knitting needles

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

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

• 100g 4ply yarn in main colour

• 5 buttons

• 1 pair 3.25mm knitting needles

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

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

• 100g 4ply yarn in main colour

• 5 buttons

• 1 pair 3.75mm knitting needles

• OR DK yarn with 3.25mm knitting needles

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

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

• 100g DK yarn in main colour

• 5 buttons

• 1 pair 3.75mm knitting needles

• Tension: 24 stitches and 32 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch

22” or 55cm Height (0–3 Months)

• 100g DK yarn in main colour

• 5 buttons

• 1 pair 4mm knitting needles

• Tension: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch