Addison Cardi & Beanie Knitting Pattern - 8Ply (BC71)
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Addison Cardi & Beanie Knitting Pattern - 8Ply (BC71)
Textured Baby Cardigan & Beanie Knitting Pattern
A beautifully textured baby knitting pattern set featuring a classic cardigan and matching beanie. This design combines honeycomb, lace, and double moss stitch for a timeless, heirloom-inspired finish.
The cardigan features a crew neck, set-in sleeves, 1 x 1 rib bands, and button fastening finished with a garter stitch neckband. The beanie includes two construction options: knitted flat on straight needles or worked in the round on double pointed needles.
Pattern Details
Cardigan
- Textured stitch design with honeycomb, lace, and double moss stitch
- Crew neck
- Set-in sleeves
- 1 x 1 rib bands
- Button front
- Garter stitch neckband
Beanie
- Matching textured hat
- Two versions included:
- Knitted flat on straight needles
- Knitted in the round on double pointed needles
Sizes
Cardigan Measurements
| Age | 0–3 months | 3–6 months | 6–9 months | 9–12 months | 12–18 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit chest (cm) | 40 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 51 |
| To fit chest (ins) | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
Beanie Measurements
| Age | 0–3 months | 3–6 months | 6–9 months | 9–18 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit head (cm) | 35 | 40 | 45 | 48 |
| To fit head (ins) | 14 | 16 | 18 | 19 |
Yarn
Recommended yarn: 8 ply Merino
Yarn Requirements
| Colour | 0–3 months | 3–6 months | 6–9 months | 9–12 months | 12–18 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC – Sage | 3 balls | 4 balls | 4 balls | 5 balls | 5 balls |
| C1 – Cream | 1 ball | 1 ball | 1 ball | 1 ball | 1 ball |
50 g balls
Needles & Notions
- 3.25 mm knitting needles
- 4 mm knitting needles
For the beanie, you can also use:
- 3.25 mm double pointed needles
- 4 mm double pointed needles
Additional notions:
- Cable needle
- Stitch holder
- 4–5 buttons
Gauge
22 sts and 30 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch using 4 mm needles
Skill Level
Suitable for knitters confident working textured stitch patterns, shaping, and simple finishing techniques.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
- Classic baby cardigan and hat set
- Beautiful combination of texture and colour contrast
- Flexible beanie instructions for flat or in-the-round knitting
- A timeless handmade gift for babies and toddlers