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Dove Kimono Cardigan
This kimono-style, crossbody baby cardigan is knitted primarily in garter stitch and features a delicate textured pattern across the body. Worked seamlessly and knitted flat (back and forth), it is an ideal choice for newborns, offering both comfort and ease of dressing. The sleeves are knitted in the round, and the cardigan is fastened with two elegant I-cord ties.
Available in sizes to fit chest:
0 - 3 m / 16”
3 - 6 m / 17”
MATERIALS: gray DK yarn 100 g / 300 m.
You will need 1 - 1 1/2 skeins of yarn
KNITTING GAUGE:
22 sts and 30 rows to 10 x 10 cm = 4” x 4” in stocking stitch (knit row on right side, purl row on wrong side) and 4 mm needles.
NEEDLES:
4 mm (US6)(UK8) needles
4 mm DPNs for I-cord and the sleeves
NOTIONS:
Tapestry needles stitch markers
Crochet hook (optional)
2 Stitch holders/ scrap yarn
Scissors
STITCHES & TECHNIQUES TO KNOW:
Long tail cast on method Knit Stitch
Purl Stitch Stocking stitch Cast off
I - cord knit stitch
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or request.
Happy knitting!
VknitB
- First published: December 2023
- Page created: December 10, 2023
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