Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat Knit Kit
Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat Knit Kit
Opal Wirbelwind 4ply
Create a timeless handmade set with this adorable Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat Knit Kit, designed to showcase the beautiful colour movement of Opal Wirbelwind 4ply yarn.
This classic sleeveless vest features a clean stocking stitch body, ribbed trims, and a neat V-neck, making it a perfect lightweight layer for babies and toddlers. The coordinating hat completes the set with a comfortable ribbed brim and gentle crown shaping.
Opal’s signature self-patterning colour shifts bring the design to life as you knit, creating a unique finished piece every time — no colour changes required.
Perfect for thoughtful handmade gifts, baby wardrobes, or seasonal layering, this coordinated set is both practical and beautiful.
Why You’ll Love This Knit Kit
• A timeless baby vest with classic V-neck shaping
• Coordinating stocking stitch hat
• Beautiful self-patterning colour changes while you knit
• Lightweight layering piece for cooler days
• Ideal handmade baby gift
• Designed for babies through to toddlers
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner – Intermediate
Suitable for knitters comfortable with:
• knitting ribbing and stocking stitch
• simple shaping
• picking up stitches for bands
• seaming finished pieces
Sizes
Vest sizes:
6 months (9–12 months, 18 months, 2 years, 3 years)
Hat sizes:
6–9 months (12–18 months, 2–3 years)
Finished Vest Measurements
| Size | 6 mths | 9–12 mths | 18 mths | 2 yrs | 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished chest | 48 cm | 51 cm | 54 cm | 58.5 cm | 64 cm |
| Length to shoulder | 25 cm | 28 cm | 30 cm | 33 cm | 37 cm |
Designed with approximately 5 cm of positive ease for comfortable layering.
Yarn Requirements
| Size | 6 mths | 9–12 mths | 18 mths | 2 yrs | 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarn required | 425 m | 425 m | 425 m | 850 m | 850 m |
Yarn Included
Opal Wirbelwind 4ply
• 75% superwash virgin wool, 25% polyamide
• 425 m per 100 g ball
• Soft, durable and machine washable
• Beautiful self-patterning colourways inspired by changing skies
Perfect for baby garments that need both softness and durability.
Needles & Notions
• 3.00 mm needles
• 3.25 mm needles
• Stitch markers
• Stitch holders
• Tapestry needle
(Needles not included in kit.)
Gauge
28 stitches × 36 rows = 10 cm in stocking stitch
on 3.25 mm needles.
Kit Includes
- Opal Wirbelwind yarn in your selected colourway
- Printed Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat knitting pattern
- Handmade with love tag