Multi Stitch Baby Cardigan Knitting Pattern (PDF Download)

Create a stunning handmade baby outfit with this multi stitch baby cardigan knitting pattern, featuring a lacy frilled cardigan, matching bonnet and sandals.

Designed with a variety of stitch patterns, this set adds beautiful texture and detail—perfect for cooler summer evenings or special occasions.

Suitable for babies 2.5lb to 3 months and reborn dolls 15–22 inches.

Pattern Includes:

• Cardigan
• Bonnet
• Sandals

Skills Required:



Knit, purl, increasing, making stitches, yarn forward, knit 2 together, purl 3 together, working through back of loops, picking up stitches. Includes special abbreviation instructions.

Sizes, Yarn & Materials

15–16” (3–4lb Prem)

150g 4ply yarn, 7 buttons, 1 metre ribbon, 2.75mm needles, tension 30 sts x 38 rows

16–17” (4–5lb Prem)

150g 4ply yarn, 7 buttons, 1 metre ribbon, 3.25mm needles, tension 28 sts x 36 rows

18–19” (6–7lb Newborn)

200g 4ply yarn, 7 buttons, 1 metre ribbon, 3.75mm needles

OR DK yarn with 3.25mm needles, tension 26 sts x 34 rows

20–21” (8–10lb Newborn)

250g DK yarn, 7 buttons, 1 metre ribbon, 3.75mm needles, tension 24 sts x 32 rows

22” (0–3 Months)

300g DK yarn, 7 buttons, 1 metre ribbon, 4mm needles, tension 22 sts x 30 rows