Unisex Lacy Cardigan Knitting Pattern (PDF Download)
Unisex lacy cardigan and matching beanie hat knitting pattern designed for reborn dolls and babies.
This two-colour lace cardigan features a lightweight design that fastens with three buttons across the chest and is paired with a coordinating beanie hat. The set is ideal for cooler summer evenings and makes a beautiful outfit for reborn dolls or tiny babies.
The pattern includes multiple sizes and can be knitted in either 4ply or DK yarn depending on the size you choose to knit.
When finished, the set will fit reborn dolls measuring 15″–22″ (37.5–55cm) or babies from approximately 2.5lb premature to 0–3 months.
Skills Required
Knit
Purl
Yarn forward
Knit 2 stitches together
Slip stitches
Pass slipped stitches over
Pick up stitches
Materials
15–16″ / 37.5–40cm Height (Approx 2.5–4lb Premature)
100g 4ply yarn in main colour
50g 4ply yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 2.75mm knitting needles
Tension: 30 stitches and 38 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch
16–17″ / 40–42.5cm Height (Approx 3–5lb Premature)
100g 4ply yarn in main colour
50g 4ply yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 3.25mm knitting needles
Tension: 28 stitches and 36 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch
18–19″ / 45–47.5cm Height (Approx 5–7lb Newborn)
100g 4ply yarn in main colour
50g 4ply yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 3.75mm knitting needles
OR
100g DK yarn in main colour
50g DK yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 3.25mm knitting needles
Tension: 26 stitches and 34 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch
20–21″ / 50–52.5cm Height (Approx 8–10lb Newborn)
100g DK yarn in main colour
50g DK yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 3.75mm knitting needles
Tension: 24 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch
22″ / 55cm Height (0–3 Months)
100g DK yarn in main colour
50g DK yarn in contrast colour
3 buttons
Embellishments as desired
2 stitch holders
1 pair 4mm knitting needles
Tension: 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch
