Mika Petite Knitting Pattern - 4ply
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Product Overview
The Mika Petite knitting pattern features a classic baby cardigan and matching hat set, designed for use with 4ply yarn. This pattern is suitable for knitters of advanced beginner skill level and is ideal for creating handmade baby gifts, newborn outfits, and heirloom projects. The pattern is published by The Kiwi Stitch & Knit Co and emphasizes soft, natural materials and timeless design.
Materials
- Yarn: New Zealand Merino 4ply, a fine, lightweight, and breathable natural fiber with excellent warmth-to-weight ratio.
- Construction: The pattern recommends 4ply fingering weight yarn, with 50g balls providing approximately 178 meters per ball.
- Needles: 3.00mm and 3.25mm straight or circular knitting needles; 2.75mm needles for the hat band; optional circular or DPNs for knitting the hat in the round.
- Notions: Stitch markers, stitch holders, 1 to 3 buttons (15–20mm diameter), wool needle for finishing.
Dimensions and Fit
The pattern provides measurements for five clothing sizes based on age, from 0–3 months to 12–18 months, including finished chest circumference, back length, and sleeve length. For example, the 0–3 months size fits a chest of 42 cm with a back length of 23 cm and sleeve length of 14 cm. Hat sizes are specified for head circumferences ranging from 34.5 cm to 43 cm, with corresponding finished circumference and length measurements.
Features
- Knitting pattern for baby cardigan and matching hat.
- Designed for 4ply / fingering weight yarn, with sample made in New Zealand Merino 4ply.
- Suitable for advanced beginners; includes textured stitch detail and garter stitch bands.
- Optional button fastening with one, two, or three buttons for cardigan closure.
- Hat instructions accommodate both flat knitting and knitting in the round.
- Size range covers newborn to 18 months, with detailed measurements and ease considerations.
- Pattern includes size-specific yarn requirements and stitch techniques such as increasing, decreasing, and working flat or in the round.
Included in the Pattern Pack
The pattern includes detailed instructions and charts for knitting the baby cardigan in multiple sizes, along with hat patterns for both flat and round knitting methods. Not included are the yarn, needles, buttons, and finishing tools, which are to be purchased separately.
Care Instructions and Technical Details
Yarn used in this pattern, New Zealand Merino 4ply, is soft, breathable, and naturally warm. The pattern recommends hand washing delicate baby garments in cool water with mild wool detergent and laying flat to dry. The finished garments can be gently block to shape. The pattern is compatible with standard knitting notions and techniques, including stockinette stitch, garter stitch, and basic shaping, ensuring longevity and durability for heirloom-quality projects.