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Crochet Baby Cardigan Patterns
Crochet baby cardigan patterns make small button-front sweaters sized from newborn to about two years. Many use a one-piece yoke or simple rectangles to minimize seams. Soft, washable DK acrylic or cotton blends are practical, and buttons should be sewn on very securely or replaced with ties for young babies.
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More baby patterns
Simple half double crochet baby beanie in the round
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 130 yd
Free pattern
Textured moss stitch crochet baby blanket
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 1500 yd
Free pattern
Soft striped crochet ball for babies
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Medium (#4)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- 70 yd
Free pattern
What size crochet cardigan should I make for a baby gift?
For a baby gift, make a cardigan for 6–12 months rather than newborn, because babies outgrow newborn sizes within weeks and a larger size can be worn in the right season. Match the season the baby will reach that age.
Frequently asked questions
How much yarn for a baby cardigan?
Usually 300–600 yards of DK yarn depending on size.
What buttons are safe for baby clothes?
Flat buttons sewn on with strong thread and checked often; ties or snaps avoid the risk entirely.