A Basic Cardigan Knitting Pattern | Top Down Children’s Cardigan

Children’s cardigan knitting pattern worked top down with raglan increases. A basic cardigan designed for everyday wear with a comfortable fit and classic rib edges.

€8,00

A Basic Cardigan is a timeless children’s cardigan knitting pattern designed for everyday wear and a comfortable fit.

This children’s cardigan knitting pattern is worked seamlessly from the top down on 5 mm needles. The construction includes raglan increases and a raised back neck, ensuring a great fit and ease of movement.

The cardigan features neat rib edges that create a clean and structured finish, making it perfect for a practical and long-lasting wardrobe staple.

Designed with approximately 5–7 cm of positive ease, this children’s cardigan knitting pattern offers both comfort and flexibility for active kids.

A Basic Cardigan can be knitted using yarns such as:

  • Peruvian Highland Wool (Filcolana)
  • Wild Wool (Erika Knight)

This pattern is ideal if you are looking for a simple children’s cardigan knitting pattern that combines classic design with modern construction.

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Sizes:
6–9 months (1–2) 3–4 (5–6) 7–8 (9–10) years

Chest circumference (cardigan):
48 (54) 62 (67) 71 (76) cm
(includes approx. 5–7 cm positive ease)

Length (measured at center back):
29 (32) 35 (38) 43 (47) cm

Gauge:
17 sts x 22 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 5 mm needles

Recommended needles:
Circular needles 5 mm and 3.5 mm (for ribbing)
Lengths: 40, 60 and 80 cm

Suggested yarn:
150 (200) 200 (250) 300 (350) g
Peruvian Highland Wool – Filcolana (50 g = 100 m)

Alternative yarn suggestions:
Wild Wool – Erika Knight
Lama Tweed – CaMaRose

Other materials:
5–7 buttons (approx. 15 mm diameter), stitch markers, stitch holders

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