Lowen Cardi and Hat Knitting Pattern (BC150)
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Lowen Baby Cardi & Hat Set
Burnthill Yarns Vespers 8ply Merino
A sweet multi-textured baby cardigan that’s fun to knit and easy for little ones to wear, finished with a matching hat for the perfect coordinated set. Knitted in Burnthill Yarns Vespers 8ply Merino, the Lowen Baby Cardi & Hat features an engaging blend of textured stitches that add depth and charm — creating a cosy, stylish outfit for babies.
The hat pattern includes two construction options: worked flat on straight needles or in the round on double pointed needles.
Construction
Cardigan
• Worked flat in pieces
• Bottom-up construction
• Textured stitch pattern
• Crew neckline
• Button front
• Set-in sleeves
• Seamed finishing
Hat
• Option 1: Worked flat and seamed
• Option 2: Worked in the round on DPNs
• Textured stitch detail
• Shaped crown
Sizes
Cardigan: 0–3 (3–6) 6–9 (9–12) 12–18 months
Hat: 0–3 (3–6) 6–9 (9–18) months
Measurements
Cardigan
| Age (months) | 0–3 | 3–6 | 6–9 | 9–12 | 12–18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit chest (cm) | 40 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 51 |
| To fit chest (ins) | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
Hat
| Age (months) | 0–3 | 3–6 | 6–9 | 9–18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit head (cm) | 35 | 40 | 45 | 48 |
| To fit head (ins) | 14 | 16 | 18 | 19 |
Yarn Requirements
Burnthill Yarns Vespers 8ply Merino – Misty
50 g balls - 100m
| Cardigan Size (months) | 0–3 | 3–6 | 6–9 | 9–12 | 12–18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balls required | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
Needles & Notions
• 3.25 mm knitting needles
• 4.00 mm knitting needles
• OR 3.25 mm and 4.00 mm double pointed needles (for hat option)
• Stitch holders
• 5–6 buttons
• Tapestry needle
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Gauge
22 stitches × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Stocking stitch on 4.00 mm needles
Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing.
Design Features
• Multi-textured stitch pattern
• Coordinating cardigan and hat set
• Flexible hat construction options
• Classic baby-friendly shaping
• Soft merino yarn with beautiful stitch definition
Skill Level
★ ★ ★
Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable working textured stitch patterns and garment finishing.