Cabled Cardigan Knitting Kit – New Zealand Merino DK

Create a beautiful hand-knitted cardigan with this timeless cable design, perfect for welcoming a new arrival or creating a treasured handmade gift. Knit in luxuriously soft New Zealand Merino DK, this classic design combines elegant cable detailing with a cosy, comfortable fit that little ones will love.

This versatile knitting pattern also includes instructions for a matching vest and hat, allowing you to create a coordinated heirloom set for babies and young children.

Whether you're knitting for your own family or making a thoughtful baby shower or newborn gift, this classic design is one you'll return to again and again.

Why You'll Love This Knitting Kit

• Timeless cabled cardigan with classic styling
• Includes matching vest and hat patterns
• Soft, breathable 100% New Zealand Merino wool
• Comfortable for babies with excellent temperature regulation
• Perfect for gifting or creating treasured handmade keepsakes
• Suitable for boys or girls with simple button placement options
• Designed and made in New Zealand

Skill Level

Intermediate

A wonderful project for knitters ready to explore cable techniques. The pattern includes simple cable panels, shaping and button bands while remaining enjoyable and rewarding to knit.

Finished Sizes

Designed to fit:

• Newborn
• 3 months
• 6–9 months
• 12–18 months
• 2–3 years
• 3–4 years

Finished chest measurements range from approximately 41cm to 66cm, giving a comfortable fit with room for little ones to move.

Yarn

This kit includes Naturally New Zealand Merino DK (8ply).

Made from premium New Zealand Merino wool, this yarn is wonderfully soft against delicate skin while providing warmth without bulk. Merino's natural breathability makes it comfortable across the seasons, making it an excellent choice for baby garments.

The smooth stitch definition also beautifully showcases the elegant cable panels featured in this design.

Kit Includes

• Printed knitting pattern (Cardigan, Vest & Hat)
• Enough Naturally New Zealand Merino DK yarn to knit your selected size
• Buttons to complete the cardigan or vest
• Handmade with love Tag
• Sewing needle for finishing

You'll Also Need

• 3.25mm knitting needles
• 3.75mm knitting needles
• 4mm knitting needles
• Cable needle
• Stitch markers
• Stitch holders
  

Tension

22 stitches and 30 rows over stocking stitch using 4mm needles = 10cm square.

About the Pattern

This beautifully designed pattern features a textured cable front with clean stocking stitch sleeves and back, creating an elegant balance between classic detail and everyday wearability. The matching vest offers a practical sleeveless option, while the coordinating hat completes the set for a polished handmade wardrobe.

Suitable for babies through to 4 years, this versatile collection is ideal for knitters who enjoy creating timeless garments that can be treasured, passed on, and worn for years to come.