Yarn for this pattern
Yarns you could use
Any yarn of the same weight will work. Knit a tension square first, and check the pattern for how many balls you need in your size.
Pattern details
| Pattern code | 5265 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sirdar |
| Format | Download |
| Craft | Knitting |
| Pattern type | Cardigan |
| Pattern for | Baby, Child |
Brand Name: Sirdar
Format: Downloadable PDF
Discipline: Knitting
Yarn Weight: 4 Ply
Needle Size: 3.25mm
Pattern Type: Cardigan
Pattern for: Baby, Child
Featured Yarn: Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply
What you'll need
Cardigan
| Size | 41cm | 46cm | 51cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarn A | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Yarn B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Number of balls (average) by size.
Yarn A: F066 Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply, 50g, shade 122
Yarn B: F066 Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply, 50g, shade 081
Sweater
| Size | 41cm | 46cm | 51cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarn A | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Yarn B | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Number of balls (average) by size.
Yarn A: F066 Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply, 50g, shade 031
Yarn B: F066 Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply, 50g, shade 003
Needles: 1 pair 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) and 1 pair 2¾mm (UK12 – USA2) knitting needles; 1 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) 40cm or 60cm circular needle, 1 2¾mm (UK12 – USA2) 40cm or 60cm circular needle, 1 set 3¼mm and 1 set 2¾mm double-pointed needles
Also: Cardigan buttons: 5-5-5-6 by size (Sirdar Elegant Button Code B5611-0121)
Amounts are approximate and taken from the pattern. Always knit a tension square first.
| Featured yarn | Snuggly 100% Merino 4 Ply |
|---|---|
| Yarn weight | 4PLY |






