Description
Amelia Chunky Baby Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Optional Floral Embroidery – Includes Step-by-Step Video Tutorials
Looking for the perfect handmade baby shower gift or a thoughtful new baby knitting project? This chunky baby cardigan knitting pattern is quick to knit, easy to follow, and includes optional embroidered flowers to add a unique and personal touch. Designed for comfort and style, this cardigan is ideal for baby girls and toddlers from birth up to 5 years.
This pattern includes full video tutorials to guide you through the key techniques, including how to work the simple embroidery stitches: satin stitch, chain stitch, and French knots. The floral design is optional, making this cardigan a versatile project – keep it plain for everyday wear, or add the embroidered details for a special occasion.
✨ Key Features:
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Adorable chunky cardigan knitting pattern for babies and toddlers
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Optional hand embroidery using basic stitches – perfect for beginners
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Includes links to easy-to-follow knitting and embroidery video tutorials
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A thoughtful and unique handmade baby gift idea
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Soft, cosy, and quick to knit in chunky yarn
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Suitable for knitters with basic to intermediate skills
📏 Sizes Included:
To Fit Ages:
0–3 months, 6–9 months, 12–18 months, 2–3 years, 4–5 years
| Size | Chest (cm/in) | Actual Chest (cm/in) | Back Length (cm/in) | Sleeve Seam (cm/in) |
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| 0–3 months | 41 (16) | 46 (18) | 17.75 (7) | 15.75 (6) |
| 6–9 months | 43 (18) | 52 (20) | 21.5 (8.5) | 16.5 (6.5) |
| 12–18 months | 45.5 (20) | 58 (22.75) | 20 (8) | 19 (7.5) |
| 2–3 years | 50.5 (22) | 63 (24.75) | 24 (9.5) | 24 (9.5) |
| 4–5 years | 56 (24) | 70 (27.5) | 28 (11) | 30 (11.75) |
🧶 What You’ll Need:
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Yarn: 2 (2:2:3:3) x 100g balls of King Cole Comfort Chunky (106m / 116 yds per ball)
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Needles:
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1 pair 6mm (UK 4 / US 10) – 30 cm
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1 pair 5mm (UK 6 / US 8) – 30 cm
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1 long pair of 5mm needles for the button band
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Embroidery Yarn: Oddments of DK yarn in various colours for flowers, centres and leaves
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3 x 18mm buttons
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Wool sewing needle
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Large-eyed sharp embroidery needle
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Stick-on dissolving embroidery stabiliser
🎁 Ideal For:
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Handmade newborn baby gifts
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Thoughtful and personal baby shower presents
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A quick and cosy cardigan for little girls
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Crafters who want to learn or practice simple embroidery on knitting
💡 Tip: This pattern makes a beautiful keepsake gift, especially when personalised with hand embroidery. It’s a delightful project for knitters who love adding special touches to their work.
Substitute yarn must match a knit tension of 14 sts and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 in) on 6mm (US 10) needles.
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