Knitting Pattern: Baby Sheep Cardigan & Lace Dress, DK yarn (0-18 Months) (Digital Pattern

Baby Sheep Cardigan & Dress Knitting Pattern – English

Create an adorable handmade outfit for a little one! This easy, quick-to-knit pattern includes a sweet baby cardigan and co-ordinating dress—perfect for a new-born gift, baby shower present or a cosy wardrobe addition for toddlers up to 18 months.

Charming Design Details
Soft, fluffy sheep bring the cardigan to life across the front panels. Worked in simple garter stitch and stocking stitch, it is a lovely project for trying intarsia picture knitting and creating a truly memorable little garment.
The coordinating dress is worked in garter stitch and stocking stitch, with a delicate lace panel adding a pretty feature to the front.

Yarn & Materials
Cardigan: 3–4 x 50 g balls of main-colour DK/8 ply yarn (11 wpi), depending on size; a small amount of black DK yarn for the sheep; and 1 ball of Sirdar Snowflake or a similar fluffy yarn.

Dress: 2–4 x 50 g balls of DK yarn, depending on size.

Needles: 1 pair of 4 mm needles (UK 8 / US 6) and 1 pair of 3¼ mm needles (UK 10 / US 3).
Fastenings: 3 small buttons for the front of the cardigan.

Pattern Information
Tension: 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch
using 4 mm needles (UK 8/US 6).

Skill level: Easy

Sizes Included
• 0–3 months
• 3–6 months
• 6–12 months
• 12–18 months

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