A Timeless Baby Cardigan to Knit and Treasure

Create a beautifully simple handmade layer with the Baby Wrap Cardigan Knitting Pattern. Designed for babies from newborn to 24 months, this cozy cardigan combines a classic garter-stitch texture with a modern wrap-inspired front and delicate button detailing.

The cardigan is worked flat from the top down, beginning at the neckline. Raglan increases form the yoke before the sleeve stitches are placed on hold and the body is completed. The sleeves are then worked separately, making the construction easy to follow and keeping finishing to a minimum.

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

The simple garter texture gives the cardigan a soft, timeless appearance while also making it an approachable project for knitters who are ready to move beyond basic scarves and simple rectangles.

Its comfortable positive ease makes it easy to layer over baby clothes, while the gently tapered sleeves and offset five-button front give the finished piece a polished handmade look.

Sizes Included

The pattern includes five baby sizes:

• 0–3 months
• 3–6 months
• 6–12 months
• 12–18 months
• 18–24 months

Finished chest measurements range from approximately 47 cm / 18½ in to 67 cm / 26½ in, depending on size.

Skill Level

Easy / Confident Beginner

This pattern is especially suitable for knitters comfortable with basic knit stitches and ready to practice techniques such as:

• top-down construction
• raglan increases
• buttonholes
• placing sleeve stitches on hold
• basic decreases
• simple ribbing

The pattern also includes stitch counts, construction guidance, fitting checks and finishing instructions.

Yarn & Needles

You will need:

• DK / Light Worsted baby-friendly yarn
• 3.5 mm / US 4 knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
• optional DPNs or a magic-loop cable for sleeves
• 5 buttons approximately 12–15 mm
• stitch markers
• waste yarn
• tapestry needle
• scissors
• measuring tape

The recommended gauge is 22 stitches × 40 rows = 10 × 10 cm / 4 × 4 in in blocked garter stitch.

Approximate Yarn Requirements

• 0–3 months: 140 m / 153 yd
• 3–6 months: 165 m / 180 yd
• 6–12 months: 200 m / 219 yd
• 12–18 months: 235 m / 257 yd
• 18–24 months: 280 m / 306 yd

Pattern Features

✓ Five baby sizes
✓ Easy-to-follow top-down construction
✓ Classic garter-stitch texture
✓ Raglan shaping
✓ Offset button front
✓ Gently tapered sleeves
✓ Optional garter or ribbed hem
✓ Clear measurements and stitch counts
✓ Fit and finishing guidance
✓ Instant PDF download

The body can be finished either entirely in garter stitch or with a traditional ribbed hem, giving knitters a small customization option.

Make It Your Own

The simple construction makes this cardigan easy to personalize. Try adding stripes, contrast cuffs, decorative buttons or a softly heathered neutral yarn for a different look.

Digital Product

This listing is for a digital PDF knitting pattern. No physical knitted cardigan will be shipped.

Download your pattern and start creating a beautiful handmade baby cardigan to gift, treasure or make for a special little one.

 Important Baby Safety Note

Buttons should always be sewn on extremely securely and the garment should be inspected before each wear. Stop using the cardigan if any button, decoration or yarn end becomes loose.

For babies who frequently mouth their clothing, securely attached snaps may be used instead of exposed buttons.