Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat Knitting Pattern (K3085)
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Baby & Toddler Vest & Hat
Naturally K3085 | Opal Wirbelwind 4ply
A timeless sleeveless vest and matching hat set designed to showcase the striking colour movement of Opal Wirbelwind 4ply yarn. Featuring a classic V-neck vest with ribbed trims and clean stocking stitch shaping, this lightweight layering piece is perfect for babies and toddlers.
Sized from 6 months to 3 years, this coordinated set is ideal for seasonal layering and handmade gifting.
Construction Overview
Vest
• Worked flat in separate back and front pieces
• Ribbed hem
• Stocking stitch body
• Shaped underarms
• V-neck shaping
• Ribbed neckband with centred decreases
• Ribbed armhole bands
• Seamed shoulders and sides
Hat
• Worked flat
• Ribbed brim
• Stocking stitch body
• Crown shaping with staged decreases
• Seamed finishing
Vest Sizes
6 months (9–12 months) 18 months (2 years) 3 years
Designed to Fit Chest
43 (46) 48 (53) 58.5 cm
17 (18) 19 (21) 23 inches
Finished Measurements (Vest)
| Size | 6 mths | 9–12 mths | 18 mths | 2 yrs | 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished chest (cm) | 48 | 51 | 54 | 58.5 | 64 |
| Length to shoulder (cm) | 25 | 28 | 30 | 33 | 37 |
Designed with approximately 5 cm of positive ease for comfortable layering.
Hat Sizes
To fit approx:
6–9 months (12–18 months) 2–3 years
Approximate head circumference:
40 (43) 46 cm
15¾ (17) 18 inches
Yarn Requirements
OPAL Wirbelwind 4ply
100 g balls
| Size | 6 mths | 9–12 mths | 18 mths | 2 yrs | 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balls required | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Approx. meterage (m)* | 425 | 425 | 425 | 850 | 850 |
*Based on typical 4ply 100 g meterage. Always allow extra for swatching and personal tension.
Needles & Notions
• 3.00 mm needles (US 3)
• 3.25 mm needles (US 3)
• Stitch holders
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Gauge
28 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Stocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles
Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing.
Design Features
• Classic V-neck vest
• Ribbed trims for structure
• Lightweight layering piece
• Matching stocking stitch hat
• Perfect showcase for self-striping yarn
Skill Level
★ ★ ☆
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable with shaping and picking up stitches.
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
• Versatile sleeveless layering piece
• Quick seasonal knit
• Beautiful colour variation in 4ply
• Practical sizing from baby to toddler
• Coordinated vest and hat set