Raglan Cardigan & Hat Knitting Pattern (K515)
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Raglan Cardigan & Hat Knitting Pattern — K515
A baby cardigan and matching hat with ribbed edges and a simple stocking-stitch finish.
Construction and skill guidance
The sleeves are knitted flat first and held. The body is worked flat in one piece to the underarms, then joined with the sleeves for the raglan yoke. Front bands are picked up; sleeve seams are sewn. The hat is knitted flat and seamed.
Intermediate: joining body and sleeves, raglan decreases, picked-up bands and seaming.
Sizes and measurements
Choose by measurements; ages, where provided, are approximate.
| Size | To fit chest (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Back length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) | Hat circumference (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 36 | 41 | 23 | 13 | 33 |
| 3 months | 41 | 46 | 25 | 15 | 35.5 |
| 6–9 months | 46 | 53 | 27 | 17 | 39.5 |
| 12–18 months | 51 | 59 | 29 | 19 | 42 |
Estimated yarn requirements
New Zealand Merino 4ply, worked single-stranded. Approximately 178 m per 50 g. Approved shop replacement.
| Size | Yarn (m) |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 400 |
| 3 months | 600 |
| 6–9 months | 600 |
| 12–18 months | 600 |
Equivalent-metre estimates based on Lammermoor 4ply quantities at 200 m per 50 g. These are not confirmed designer consumption for the replacement yarn. Knit and wash/block a swatch to match the pattern gauge; allow extra for swatching or changes.
Gauge
28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm in stocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles.
Needles and notions
2.75 mm and 3.25 mm needles; stitch holders, markers and a sewing-up needle. Buttons: 5, 5, 6, 6 by size.
Pattern format
Choose Digital PDF – Emailed or Printed Pattern – Posted. This purchase includes the pattern; yarn, needles and notions are purchased separately.
Frequently asked questions
Is the cardigan seamless?
No. The body is worked in one piece and the yoke joined, but the sleeve seams still need sewing.