This cardigan reminds me of shawl-neck sweaters from the 1950s and 1960s. The cozy collar will keep the wearer warm, and the extra long sleeves can be unfolded to keep hands covered (and will also allow the sweater to fit for a few extra months). It is knit seamlessly from the hem to the neck, then the collar is picked up and shaped with short rows.

This pattern is also available in the Quick Baby and Toddler Sweaters Pattern Collection, which also includes the Cocoon Sweater and Organic Hoodie, for $12. All three patterns are knit seamlessly from the bottom up with aran or bulky weight yarns for quickly finished sweaters.

GAUGE
4” = 15 sts and 23 rows in Stocking Stitch on larger needles

SIZES
1 year(2 years, 4 years)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Chest: 22”(23”, 24”)
Body Length: 12”(13”, 14”)
Sleeve Length to Underarm: 7.5”(8.5”, 9.5”)

MATERIALS
230(280, 330) yards bulky weight yarn
US7 (4.5mm) and US 9 (5.5mm) 24” or longer circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
US 7 (4.5mm) and US 9 (5.5mm) sets of 4 double-pointed needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
US G (4mm) or US H (5mm) crochet hook or size needed to create neat looking chain
1 toggle or shank button
stitch markers
stitch holders or scrap yarn
yarn needle