Two different cardigans with a matching beanie. The pattern is named “Chordata” as the unique easy crocodile stitch looks like scales.

Knit a cardigan using a continuous pattern stitch or knit one with four rows stockinette stitch in between the pattern rows. There are 2 options for the cardigans one with a short collar and the other with a 2 rows neckband in garter stitch. Both sets are knit flat from the hem upwards with a front buttoned closure. The sleeves knit separately and are joined at the bodice.

Stitches used: knit, purl, YO, skp, kf&b, passyo and knit 2 together.

This PDF Knitting Pattern by Marinda Creations, is designed to fit 18” dolls such as American Girl®.

Recommended Yarn: Any Light DK (Double knit ) / Weight 3 yarn or even a Sports weight that will give you the appropriate gauge.

Supplies Needed:

Yarn - Any Light DK (Double knit ) / Weight 3 yarn or even a Sports weight that will give you the appropriate gauge.

Set 1: Stylecraft® Special Double Knit 65 grams = 209.0 yards / 191.1m. Colorway - Lavender

Set2 : Circulo® Yarns Fofura Baby and Kids 75 gram = 208.3 yards / 190.5 m. Colorway - Yellow

Other supplies:

Straight or circular knitting needles sizes US 4 + 5 (3.50 mm + 3.75 mm)
DPNS size US 4 (3.50 mm) x 2 for the I cord
3/8’’ wide buttons x 4 for each cardigan
Row counter or a pencil to tick of the rows as you knit
Tapestry + ordinary sewing needle
Small scissors
Ruler or tape measure

Skill Level: Intermediate