Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat Knitting Kit – NZ Merino 4ply
Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat Knitting Kit – NZ Merino 4ply
Create a beautifully textured baby cardigan and matching hat with the Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat Knitting Kit, a sweet and timeless project designed for little ones from newborn through to 18 months.
Knitted in soft New Zealand Merino 4ply, this baby knitting kit is perfect for creating a thoughtful handmade gift, a special newborn set, or a cosy everyday layer. The finished cardigan features a delicate all-over texture, garter stitch trims, and a neat buttoned front, while the matching hat completes the set with coordinated handmade charm.
The cardigan is worked with the fronts and back knitted together to the armholes, helping reduce side seams for a smoother, more comfortable finish. Paired with beautifully soft merino yarn that is warm, breathable, and gentle against delicate baby skin, this kit makes a practical and heirloom-worthy baby knit.
About This Knitting Kit
The Mika Petite knitting kit includes the printed pattern, yarn, buttons, and a tapestry needle for sewing up, giving you the key materials needed to create this classic baby cardigan and hat set.
It is an ideal knitting kit for baby gifts, handmade layettes, baby showers, newborn wardrobes, and knitters who enjoy refined details in a small, rewarding project.
Skill Level
Intermediate
This pattern is best suited to knitters with some experience who are comfortable with basic knitting techniques and ready to work a textured stitch pattern, garment shaping, button bands, and finishing.
Sizes Included
The Mika Petite pattern includes sizes from 0–3 months through to 12–18 months.
| 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 with approximately 178m per ball.
Cardigan Only
| Size / Age | Balls Required | Approx. 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 | Approx. 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 |
Yarn Details
New Zealand Merino 4ply / Fingering is a beautifully soft, versatile yarn crafted from 100% New Zealand merino wool. Grown and spun locally, it offers natural warmth, breathability, and exceptional softness, making it a lovely choice for baby garments and delicate hand knits.
Its lightweight 4ply construction creates smooth, even stitches with excellent definition, ideal for the textured detail in the Mika Petite cardigan and hat. Durable yet soft, and machine washable, it balances the beauty of natural fibre with everyday practicality.
Yarn specifications:
- Composition: 100% New Zealand Merino Wool
- Weight: 4ply / Fingering
- Ball size: 50g
- Meterage: Approx. 178m per ball
- Recommended needles: 2.75–3.25mm
- Tension: 28 sts × 36 rows = 10cm
- Care: Machine washable
Tools Required
You will also need:
- 3.00mm knitting needles
- 3.25mm knitting needles
- 2.75mm needles for hat band only
- 2.75mm and 3.25mm circular needles or DPNs if knitting the hat in the round
- Stitch holders
Gauge
28 stitches and 36 rows over 10cm in stocking stitch on 3.25mm needles.
Always check your tension before beginning to help ensure the finished garment matches the intended size.
Kit Includes
- New Zealand Merino 4ply yarn in your selected colour and size quantity
- Printed Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat 4ply knitting pattern
- Buttons
- Tapestry needle for sewing up
Please Note
Knitting needles and stitch holders are not included unless added separately.
Recommended For
This baby knitting kit is perfect for knitters wanting to create a polished, practical, and heartfelt handmade garment. With its soft New Zealand merino yarn, classic buttoned cardigan, matching hat, and delicate textured stitch pattern, the Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat Kit makes a beautiful choice for baby showers, newborn gifts, and treasured handmade wardrobes.
Project guidance
Skill level: Intermediate. This matching baby set includes textured stitches, garment shaping and finishing. The kit uses New Zealand Merino 4ply; you can buy the Mika Petite knitting pattern separately.
Frequently asked questions
How does Mika Petite differ from the 8ply Mika kit?
Mika Petite uses finer New Zealand Merino 4ply and offers baby sizes up to 18 months.
Does this make the cardigan and hat?
Yes. Select the combined cardigan-and-hat kit quantity for your chosen size.
What size range is available?
From 0–3 through to 12–18 months.
Is this suitable for a beginner?
It's better suited to an intermediate knitter comfortable with textured stitches, shaping and finishing.
Does the kit include the pattern?
Yes. A printed Mika Petite pattern is listed along with the yarn and finishing accessories.