Lil Rascal Baby Cardigan - Crochet Pattern

Sizing: Please remember that the sizes in this pattern are a guide based off industry standards provided by the Craft Yarn Council. All babies will grow at a different rate, and usually very quickly! When in doubt always size up and let them grow into their sweater. Also keep in mind the length can easily be adjusted, but may require a bit more yardage. 

Sample is shown in size 9-12 months on an 8-month old baby who also wears size 9-12 months in commercial brands.

Buttons: Buttons on baby garments are a topic of debate. Many large commercial baby brands do use buttons, however, making your own garment puts the decision in your hands. If you choose to add buttons make sure they are firmly secured against curious hands pulling at them. If you would rather skip the buttons you can simply work the ribbed band minus buttonholes. Do what feels right for you. Sample shown in size 9-12 months was worked without buttons.

Featured Yarn: 

Lion Brand Yarn, Basic Stitch Anti Microbial; 186 yards, 100 grams, CYC #4; 65% Recycled Polyester, 35% Amicor; Machine wash and dry; 2 (2, 2, 3)[3, 3, 3, 3] balls Cement [204-149AV]

Hooks: G/4.5mm crochet hook for edging

H/5mm crochet hook for body

Gauge:

16 sc & 18 rows = 4” on smaller hook

14 hdc & 12 rows = 4” on larger hook

Notions: 4x locking stitch markers (for buttoned version); 2x half inch buttons (for buttoned version); Yarn needle for seaming

Finished Sizes: 0-3 (3-6, 6-9, 9-12) [12-18, 18-24, 24-30, 30-36]months

Finished Chest Measurements: 17 (18.25, 19, 19.5)[21, 22, 23, 24]”

Sample is shown in size 12-18 months on an 11-month-old baby.