Newborn Years Cardigan Baby Cardigan | Crochet Pattern PDF
Crochet Pattern - Cardigan/Jacket with collar in sizes from newborn to 6 years. The Alex Cardigan is the perfect gift to make for your special little person.
Pattern Details
- Please note this pattern is only in English.
- Skill level: Intermediate.
- The collar is made in half double (half treble) crochet stitch and is a beautiful addition to the little cardigan .
- Instructions are given for sizes: newborn, 3 & 6 months and 1, 2, 4 & 6 years.
- The pattern has clear easy to follow instructions written in both STANDARD US CROCHET TERMS and STANDARD ENGLISH TERMS, making it a great project for anyone with a little knowledge of crochet.
- Recommended yarn: Knitting for Olive Merino, Pure Silk or Cotton Merino yarn but any Fingering/4ply yarn can be used (check the gauge/tension).
- PDF instant downloads are available immediately the after purchase.
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- ✓ Instant PDF download
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- ✓ Photo tutorials
- ✓ US crochet terms
- ✓ Yarn & hook requirements
- ✓ Stitch count & gauge
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Customer Reviews
Easy to follow instructions and cute
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I got this for my sister to make me a cardigan for my best friend. she is very impressed with the pattern. thank you so much
awesome! very easy to work up though I modified a bunch to fit my chunky bear! highly recommend!
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This pattern was perfect! The collar was slightly confusing and ended up a little big around the neck, but otherwise it was easy to follow! I love love love the finished product!
This is such a cute pattern. I can’t wait to make it!
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Seller was very responsive to answer questions that I had! I was a bit confused on some parts because I’ve never made something like this before but all my questions got answered and I managed to finish 😀
Easy to download. Looking forward to making this darling little sweater!
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Easy to follow and turned out so cute!
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The little crochet jacket is as adorable as the picture. The directions are easy to read.
Loved making this cardigan, so simple & quick to work up. Carole was helpful & very quick to respond to any questions/comments.
I absolutely loved making this cardigan! The pattern was so simple and easy to follow, which made the whole process a joy. When I got a bit stuck, I was met with the kindest and most personal support – I even received my very own custom diagram to help me understand better. That extra effort meant so much and made me feel truly cared for. I can’t recommend this pattern and designer enough! 💖
I love challenging crochet patterns. Ones that make you read the pattern over and over and challenge your way of making items. Sometimes changing the way you create things. It’s not always about “easy patterns”. That’s what this pattern did and I love the results. My modifications were extra buttons along the front and ribbing on the sleeves. I made it a little big for my daughter so she can more use out of it so I flipped the bottom of the sleeves up. I also used a 3.5 instead of the 4 and a 3.25 for the edges, sleeves and collars. I’m already working on the next one. Thank you ❤️
5 star communication with questions I had on the pattern. Very prompt responses.
Excellent service pattern easy to follow
Good pattern as a beginner
Super easy to follow pattern. Carol responds quickly. I made a few alterations as I went along and was able to do so because Carol was so specific with sizing.
This was the first sweater I ever made and the directions were perfect!!! I made a "test" sweater before I made my "gift" sweater and was amazed that it would have been "gift worthy" had my gauge been correct. LOL I emailed Carole and she explained my mistake to me immediately. I highly recommend this shop.
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Lovely easy to follow pattern.
Great pattern. Easy to follow.
Can't wait to make this cardigan. Easy download. Pattern has clear instructions
Lovely pattern. I had a little trouble with the tension at first but Carole was extremely helpful with supplying extra measurements and all is well. Thank you.
The Alex Cardigan/Jacket in one word is: Sweetness. A Digital Crochet Pattern designed for Infants - 6 years. It is extremely well written, with detailed photos, diagrams, row counts, key for stitches USA / UK. It is crocheted in hdc and htc, worked in-between the stitches of the previous row. As a result ,the fabric is slightly dense and the garment warmer than some. I loved the simplicity of the finished look, and the timelessness of the design. I added a small amount of crocheted lace edging the collar and 5 pearl buttons to finish my Alex.
The pattern was very difficult to follow. I don’t think the four points of extension were counted in the stitch count.
Lovely pattern easy to follow.
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Suitable for: Beginners to Intermediate crafters
Techniques used: Chain, single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch
Recommended materials:
- Yarn weight as specified in the listing
- Appropriate crochet hook (size noted in pattern)
- Scissors, tapestry needle
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