Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat 4ply Knitting Pattern

Create a beautifully textured baby cardigan and matching hat with the sweet, timeless charm of hand knitting. The Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat is designed for little ones from newborn through to 18 months, with a soft garter stitch trim, delicate all-over texture, and a neat buttoned front.

Knitted in New Zealand Merino 4ply, this set is soft, breathable, warm, and gentle against delicate baby skin. Merino is loved for its natural temperature-regulating qualities, making this cardigan and hat set a practical layering choice for everyday wear, gifting, and special handmade baby wardrobes.

The cardigan is worked with the fronts and back knitted together to the armholes, reducing side seams for a smoother finish. The matching hat completes the set with the same textured stitch detail for a coordinated, heirloom-style look.

Details

Pattern name: Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat 4ply
Brand: The Kiwi Stitch & Knit Co
Garment type: Baby cardigan and hat set
Yarn: New Zealand Merino 4ply
Yarn weight: 4ply
Construction: Cardigan fronts and back worked together to armholes
Tension: 28 sts and 36 rows over 10cm in stocking stitch on 3.25mm needles
Features: Textured stitch pattern, garter stitch bands, button front, matching hat
Button options: 1, 2, or 3 buttonholes
Sizes included: 0–3 months to 12–18 months

Size Guide

Size / Age	Finished Chest	Back Length	Sleeve Length
0–3 months	41 cm	24 cm	14 cm
3–6 months	45 cm	27 cm	17 cm
6–9 months	49 cm	30 cm	20 cm
9–12 months	54 cm	33 cm	23 cm
12–18 months	58 cm	36 cm	26 cm

Hat Sizes

Hat Size / Age	Yarn Quantity
0–3 months	1 ball
3–6 months	1 ball
6–12 months	1 ball
12–18 months	1 ball

Yarn Requirements

Based on New Zealand Merino 4ply, 50g balls at 178m per ball.

Cardigan Only

Size / Age	Balls Required	Total Metres
0–3 months	2 balls	356 m
3–6 months	2 balls	356 m
6–9 months	3 balls	534 m
9–12 months	3 balls	534 m
12–18 months	4 balls	712 m

Cardigan & Hat

Size / Age	Balls Required	Total Metres
0–3 months	3 balls	534 m
3–6 months	3 balls	534 m
6–9 months	4 balls	712 m
9–12 months	4 balls	712 m
12–18 months	5 balls	890 m

Materials

New Zealand Merino 4ply
3.00mm needles
3.25mm needles
2.75mm needles for hat band only
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Removable stitch markers
1–3 buttons or toggles, 15–20mm
Wool needle for finishing

Recommended For

Knitters looking for a thoughtful baby knitting pattern with classic styling and modern practicality. The Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat is ideal for baby gifts, newborn sets, handmade layettes, and cosy everyday layers.

With its soft merino yarn, gentle texture, and flexible button placement options, this baby cardigan and hat pattern is a lovely project for creating a polished, wearable knit with beautiful handmade detail.

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Mika Petite Knitting Pattern - 4ply