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Crochet Cardigans
For Babies and Children

Adorable and free crochet cardigan patterns to suit babies, toddlers, young children, and older children.

Some pattern designers make their patterns available for free for limited sizes, and a range of sizes is in the premium paid versions. Other designers make a wide range of sizes freely available. These patterns have been organized into three groups to make it easier to find the sizing for which you are looking. The sizing groups listed below refer to the free patterns only.

Crochet Cardigan Patterns for Newborns and Babies

Kimono-style crochet baby jacket.
Photo: creativaatelier.com

NEO Crochet Baby Kimono Jacket from Creativa Atelier

This free pattern for the sweetest kimono-style baby jacket has detailed instructions and step-by-step pictures. There are also helpful video tutorials to help you with any special techniques and stitches used in this pattern.

SIZE: 1-3 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight, cotton acrylic, e.g., Alabama from Katia.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: three 50 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: tapestry needle, scissors, and 30 cm of matching cord or ribbon.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Centre Single Crochet and Bobble Stitch (details in the pattern).

Red crochet baby cardigan.
Photo: knittingwithchopsticks.com

Bubbly Baby Cardigan from Knitting with Chopsticks

An easy crochet baby cardigan with a bubbly texture, made in cotton yarn, it’s perfect for summer evenings.

SIZE: 3-6 months and 6-9 months
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight, cotton yarn, e.g., Catania from Schachenmayr.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins of the main colour and one skein for the edges (optional).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: four 10 mm buttons, a tapestry needle, T-pins for blocking, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: V-Stitch and Bobble Stitch ( details in the pattern)

Alpine Stitch crochet baby cardigan.
Photo: sirinscrochet.com

Crochet Easy Alpine Stitch Baby Cardigan by Sirin’s Crochet

This free, written crochet pattern is accompanied by a full YouTube video tutorial that will teach you how to make this beautifully textured crochet cardigan.

SIZE: 6-12 months (finished size 11 inches across the front and 11 1/2″ long.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight, cotton acrylic, e.g., Jeans Plus from YarnArt.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: four buttons, a yarn needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Alpine Stitch.

Newborn crochet baby cardigan.
Photo: babycrochetdesigns.com

Bramble Cardigan from Baby Crochet Designs

A free crochet cardigan pattern for a newborn.

SIZE: newborn, to fit 14″ ( 35.5 cm) chest.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about 218 yards (200 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) and 4 mm (G-6) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: four or five ½” (15) mm buttons, a yarn needle, and scissors.

Off-white crochet baby cardigan on clothes hanger.
Photo: Brenda Grobler

Tatum’s Jacket from Brenda Grobler

Tatum’s Jacket is a free crochet baby cardigan pattern designed by Brenda Grobler for Vinnis Colours.

SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, and 6-12 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Vinnis Colours Nikkim.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: three 50 g balls for the 0-3 months size, four balls for the 3-6 months size, and five balls for the 6-12 months.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, two 15 mm buttons, one meter of 5 mm ribbon, a tapestry needle, and scissors.

Crochet baby cardigan with pastel stripes.
Photo: creativaatelier.com

Ginger Crochet Jacket from Creativa Atelier

The Ginger Crochet Jacket pattern is free in the 1-3 month size. A PDF pattern is available to purchase with instructions in sizes 1-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, and 4 years.

SIZE: 1-3 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #1 / Super Fine / Sock / Fingering weight yarn, e.g., Baby Pure Cotton from Anchor.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two 50 g skeins of off-white yarn, one skein in mint, one skein in pale pink, one skein in mustard, and one skein in blue.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loops Only.

White crochet baby cardiganwith wooden buttons.
Photo: maisieandruth.com

The Ella Cardi from Maisie and Ruth

The Ella Cardi is a free crochet baby cardigan pattern to suit newborns to 6 months’ size; the size is adjusted by changing the hook size. A YouTube video tutorial accompanies the free written pattern, making it perfect for beginners to follow along step-by-step.

SIZE: newborn, 0-3 months, and 3-6 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Deramores Studio Baby Soft DK.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: one 100 g skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6), 4.50 mm (7), or 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, three 9/16″ (14 mm) buttons, a yarn needle, scissors, and stitch markers (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Cluster Stitch.

A flat lay image of a turquoise, round-yoke, crochet childrens cardigan.
Photo: tealandfinch.com

Aunalie Baby & Kids Sweater Cardigan from Jen Dwyer

This free crochet cardigan pattern features a circular yoke with three-quarter length sleeves and bead stitch detail. There is a full video tutorial for this pattern in the 3 month size.

SIZE: 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2T, and 4T.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight, cotton acrylic yarn, e.g., Comfy Worsted from Knit Picks.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape or ruler, one wooden button, scissors, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bead Stitch.

Two, striped crochet baby sweaters
Photo: daisyfarmcrafts.com

Crochet Cotton Stripes Baby Sweater from Daisy Farm Crafts

This free crochet cardigan pattern suits a 3 to 6-month-old; there are also some notes on making a larger version in the pattern.

SIZE: 3-6 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Softee Cotton.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: two skeins of the primary colour and smaller amounts of the accent stripe colours.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, tape measure, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Herringbone Half Double Crochet.

Pink crochet babay cardigan and hat.
Photo: kamecrochet.com

Yavana Baby Cardigan from K.A.M.E. Crochet

The Yavana Baby Cardigan is a free crochet baby cardigan pattern for a newborn featuring a pretty shell stitch. There is also a pattern for a matching hat.

SIZE: 0-3 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 410-437 yards (375-400 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: three small buttons, scissors, a yarn needle, and stitch markers (optional).

Rainbow-stripede crochet baby and child's cardigan
Photo: hobbii.com

Rainbow Children’s Cardigan from Hobbii

The Rainbow Children’s Cardigan is a simple, free cardigan pattern with stripes and frilled edging. The instructions are for six sizes, from preemie up to 4 years.

SIZE: preemie, 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years, and 2-4 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #2 / Fine / Sport weight yarn, e.g., Rainbow Bamboo from Hobbii.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3 mm crochet hook.
NOTIONS: three-six x 12 mm buttons, a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.

Neworn crochet cardigans with star-shaped buttons.
Photo: thelazyhobbyhopper.blogspot.com

Newborn Baby Sweater from The Lazy Hobby Hopper

A video tutorial and written pattern for a sweet crochet newborn cardigan. The pattern is also available in other sizes for a small fee.

SIZE: newborn.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 415 yards (380 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, buttons, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet X Stitch.

Lilac coloured shell stitch crochet cardigan.
Photo: crochetforyoublog.com

Shell Stitch Crochet Cardigan Pattern from Crochet For You

This free pattern is for a beginner-friendly cardigan featuring the shell stitch. The cardigan is worked from the top down with minimal seaming.

SIZE: 18 months – chest circumference 18″ (45.5 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Ice Yarn Softly Baby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: One skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, stitch markers, a measuring tape, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and one ½” button.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Shell Stitch.

A toddler wearing a striped crochet cardigan with a collar.
Photo: berroco.com

Sideways Crochet Baby Cardigan from Berroco

The Sideways Cardigan is a free pattern with an interesting construction method. It’s worked sideways, from cuff to cuff, in simple crochet stitches and a self-striping yarn.

SIZE: Six sizes – from 3 to 24 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, Berocco Comfort DK Print.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Three to four 50 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Five buttons, scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.

A tiny, pink crochet baby cardigan.
Photo: theloopylamb.com

Baby Cardigan Crochet Pattern from The Loopy Lamb

The Evelyn Cardigan is available as a free pattern in the 3-month size. It’s a beginner-friendly pattern featuring a pretty, textured stitch in a gender-neutral design.

SIZE: 3 months – finished chest measurement is 19″ (48 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Sunrise from Mary Maxim.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Approximately 400 yards (366 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Six ¾” (19 mm) buttons, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, measuring tape, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Standing Double Crochet Stitch, the Single Crochet Join, Back Post Double Crochet and Front Post Double Crochet.

A blue crochet baby set including a cardigan, booties, and a hat.
Photo: maisieandruth.com

Crochet Baby Cardigan from Maisie & Ruth

The Bobble Cardigan is a cute, free cardigan pattern with a step-by-step video tutorial. Designed to be worked from the top down; there is no seaming required!

SIZE: Preemie, newborn, 0-3 months, 6-12 months, 3-6 months, and 1-2 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Baby DK, for the preemie to 3-6 months sizes. And #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Stylecraft Special Aran, for the 6-12 month and 1-2 years sizes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) and 4.50 mm (7) crochet hooks for the smaller sizes and 5 mm (H-8) and 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hooks for the larger sizes.
NOTIONS: Buttons, scissors, a yarn needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bobble Stitch.

Crochet Cardigans in Sizes to Suit Babies through to Children

Three crochet cardigans for babies and children.
Photo: tealandfinch.com

Easy Crochet Cardigan Pattern and Tutorial for Babies and Children

The Rylan Cardigan is a free crochet pattern to suit boys and girls from 3 months to 6 years old. It’s an easy-to-follow pattern with a full video tutorial. There is a free version of this pattern available for sizes 8-16 too.

SIZE: 3/6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 2T, 4T, and 6. Finished chest measurements range from 20-28″ (51-71 cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Vanna’s Choice from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 300-587 yards (275-537 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a ruler, five to seven ¾” buttons,a tapestry needle, a sewing needle, and sewing thread.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bobble Stitch.

Lemon yellow kimono-style crochet baby jacket.
Photo: universalyarn.com

Special Gift Jacket from Universal Yarn

Kimono-style baby jackets are super sweet and comfortable too. They have the added bonus of being easy to put on and take off: an important feature in newborn baby clothes.

SIZE: 3-6 months, 1-2 yr, 4-6 yr, 6-8 yr, 8-10 yr.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Adore from Universal Yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: three skeins for the 3-6 month and 1-2 year size pattern and four, five, or six skeins for the larger sizes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: tapestry needle, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: scrunch stitch, shell edging (details in the pattern)

Crochet children's cardigan with bobble stitch stripes.
Photo: hobbii.com

Bubblegum Children’s Cardigan from Hobbii

Designed by Haley Handcrafted for Hobbii, the Bubblegum cardigan is crocheted from the bottom up.

SIZE: 0-6 months, 9-12 months, 18-24 months, 2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years, and 10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Highland Wool from Hobbii.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need the following number of skeins for the main colour – three skeins for sizes 0-6 months and 9-12 months; four skeins for 18-24 months and 2 years; five skeins for 4 and 6 years; and six skeins for 8 and 10 years. You will also need one skein each in five different contrasting colours for the stripes.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.75 mm (F-5) and 4 mm (G-6) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: a tapestry needle, scissors, stitch marker, and measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bobble Stitch.

Little girl wearing a red crochet cardigan
Photo: premieryarns.com

Cutie Bug Cardi from Premier Yarns

The Cutie Bug Cardi is a free crochet cardigan pattern to suit sizes from 6 months to 6 years. It is suitable for an intermediate-level crocheter.

SIZE: 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months, 4 years, and 6 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: You will need two to three 100 g balls of yarn in the primary colour and one ball of each of the four accent colours.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape, three toggle buttons, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, and scissors.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, and Shell Stitch edging.

Crochet cardigan with bobble stitch detail.
Photo: offthehooksco.wordpress.com

Crochet Baby Bubble Tea Sweater from Off the Hooks & Co.

This free crochet baby cardigan pattern features sweet little ties in place of buttons. You could easily substitute buttons if you prefer.

SIZE: to suit a three-six-month-old baby.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Heartland from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: just over one skein.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Front Post Double Crochet, Back Post Double Crochet, V Stitch, and Bobble Stitch.

Green crochet baby cardigan.
Photo: themoulehole.com

Willow Cardigan from The Moule Hole

The Willow Cardigan is a cute and free, crochet baby cardigan pattern to suit sizes from 0-6 months up to 10 years. It’s a quick and easy project worked in the raglan style from the top down, perfect for a baby shower gift.

SIZE: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, 1½-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years, 7-8 years, and 9-10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 400 yards to 1030 yards (370 m to 945 m), depending on size
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: four stitch markers, one small button, a measuring tape, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Half Double Crochet Shell and Puff Stitch.

A flat lay image of a young child's crochet cardigan over a baby dress.
Photo: mjsoffthehookdesigns.com

Childrens Crochet Cardigan from MJ’s Off The Hook Designs

The Mini Pop Cardigan is an adorable raglan-style cardigan featuring the classic granny cluster stitch. It’s an easy level pattern and includes a step-by-step video tutorial perfect for beginners.

SIZE: 0-3 months, 6-12 months, 18-24 months, 2-4 years, 6, 8, 10, and 12.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Mary Maxim Sunrise.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 215-1200 yards (197-1098 m), depending on the size made.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4 mm (G-6) crochet hook and 4.50 mm (7) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: A measuring tape, scissors, a yarn needle, a stitch marker, and a steamer (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Crocheting in the Back Loop Only and V-Stitch.

pink crochet baby cardigan with elephant applique.
Photo: crochetncreate.com

Knobbly Baby Cardi from Crochet ‘n’ Create

This is a free pattern but you do have to subscribe to Crochet ‘n’ Create to access it.

SIZE: to suit 6-12-month-old babies. 20″ chest with a finished length of about 11″ and a sleeve length of 5½”.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., King Cole Big Value Baby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need approximately 130 g of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) to 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, five buttons, scissors, and a yarn needle.

Back view of a child wearing a red crochet cardigan.
Photo: hearthookhome.com

Crochet Child’s Cardigan Pattern from Heart Hook Home

This free pattern comes in lots of sizes and includes a video tutorial.

SIZE: 12 months to 10-12 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 bulky/chunky weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Velvet or Softee Chunky.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 260-530 yards (238-485 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Foundation Half Double Crochet.

Unisex crochet baby cardigan
Photo: mooglyblog.com

Greyson Baby Cardigan from Moogly

This cute unisex baby cardigan pattern is free on the Moogly Blog.

SIZE: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, and 6-12 months.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Bernat Softee Baby.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 350-500 yards (320-458 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a measuring tape. four stitch markers, five buttons, scissors, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Crochet Cardigan Patterns for Toddlers and Children

Young girl at the beach wearing an oversized crochet cardigan.
Photo: deliacreates.com

Oversized Crocheted Cardigan from Delia Creates

This gorgeous cardigan is easy to make, constructed with basic stitches and simple rectangles.

SIZE: an oversized jacket, it should fit sizes 4 to 8.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need about 880 yards ( 805 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: a yarn needle and scissors.

A child wearing a green, crochet hexagon cardigan.
Photo: makeanddocrew.com

Kids Hexagon Cardigan Crochet Pattern from Make & Do Crew

The Mini Mezzo is a free cardigan pattern constructed from two hexagons. It’s really easy to make and comes with a video tutorial to guide you.

SIZE: Four sizes – XS to XL – equivalent to girls’ US clothing sizes 4-5 to 12-13.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight yarn, e.g., Lion Brand Coboo.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Four to six 100 g skeins.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a tapestry needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Puff Stitch, Yarn Over Slip Stitch, and Crocheting in the Back Loop Only.

Little girl wearing crochet smock jacket.
Photo: peanutandplum.co.uk

Annabelle Smock Jacket from Peanut and Plum

This vintage look crochet jacket uses simple stitches and is perfect for beginners. It is a raglan-style cardigan worked from the top down with a three-quarter length sleeve.

SIZE: 1-2 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, w.g., Vanna’s Choice from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 540 yards (494 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, yarn needle, three buttons, and scissors.

Red crochet children's cardigan featuring loop sttich.
Photo: novitaknits.com

Moana Jacket from Novita Knits

The Moana Jacket is a free crochet cardigan pattern featuring the loop stitch. The Loop Stitch is made by placing a cardboard strip at the back of your work and looping the yarn around it.

SIZE: The pattern instructions are in three sizes to suit chest circumferences of 27½”, 29″, and 30¾” (70 cm, 74 cm, and 78 cm). The underarm length and length of the mid back are also detailed. You may find the sizing information and charts on the Craft Yarn Council website helpful when deciding what size to make.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Wooly Wood from Novita.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: you will need between 500 g and 650 g of yarn.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 3.50 mm (E-4) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, a 16 mm/0.6″ x 5 cm/2″ cardboard strip, scissors, and a yarn needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Loop Stitch.

Little girl wearing oversized crochet jacket with collar.
Photo:by-katerina.com

Snowdrop Cardigan from By Katerina

The link above takes you to the free written pattern for this adorable jacket. There is also a YouTube tutorial available to guide you through the pattern. It is an easy pattern and is suitable for beginners.

SIZE: 2 to 10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #5 / Bulky / Chunky / Craft weight yarn, e.g., Alaska from Katia.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: approximately 400 yards for size 2, 490 yards for size 4, 580 yards for size 6, 680 yards for size 8, and 800 yards for size 10.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6 mm (J-10) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: scissors, yarn needle, stitch markers, and one 2½cm button.

Pink crochet child's cardigan
Photo: crochetitcreations.com

Cameo Cardigan Crochet Pattern from Crochet It Creations

The Cameo Cardigan is a free crochet cardigan pattern with instructions for sizes to suit babies up to 2XL Adults. The link above takes you to the pattern for preschoolers; you can find links to all the other sizes on the pattern page.

SIZE: 3-5 preschoolers.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: about 500 yards.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, scissors, a tapestry needle, and stitch markers (optional).
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Loop Only crochet and Foundation Single Crochet.

Crochet children's cardigan with bobble stitch detail on sleeves.
Photo: themoulehole.com

Dusty Miller Cardigan from The Moule Hole

The Dusty Miller is a raglan-style cardigan crocheted from the top down. This is a free crochet cardigan pattern to suit sizes 12-18 months up to 10 years.

SIZE: 12-18 months, 1½-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 / Medium / Worsted / Aran weight yarn, e.g., Hayfield Bonus Aran with Wool.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: anywhere from 330 yards to 880 yards, depending on size (300 m to 800 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: stitch markers, buttons, a tapestry needle, scissors, and a measuring tape.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Bobble Stitch.

Granny crochet children's cardigan
Photo: hobbii.com

Horizon Children’s Cardigan from Hobbii

The Horizon Cardigan is a classic granny-style crochet pattern with an interesting construction method. The cardigan is constructed from two hexagons that are crocheted together to form the body. The size is easily adjusted.

SIZE: from 1-10 years.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 / Light / DK / Light Worsted weight yarn, e.g., Horizon from Hobbii.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: measuring tape, stitch markers, five buttons, scissors, and an embroidery needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: uses basic crochet stitches only.

A child wearing a lacy, girl's crochet cardigan.
Photo: circuloyarns.com

Girl’s Lacy Crochet Cardigan Pattern from Circulo Yarns

Designed by Hands of Zeal for Circulo, the Isla Cardigan is a free pattern for intermediate-level crocheters.

SIZE: Four sizes – to suit ages from six to 13 years old.
YARN WEIGHT: #3 light/DK weight, cotton yarn, e.g., Jeans Lite from Circulo.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: Three 100 g balls.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.25 mm (G) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, stitch markers, and a measuring tape.

A child wearing a grey crochet cardigan with pockets.
Photo: acrochetedsimplicity.com

The Aurora Crochet Girls Cardigan Pattern from A Crochet Simplicity

The Aurora Cardigan is a free pattern for a girl’s crochet cardigan with pockets.

SIZE: Sizes 2 to 16 – to fit chest measurements ranging from 21″ to 32½” (53 cm to 82.5 cm). There is also a free version of this pattern in women’s sizes.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Pound of Love from Lion Brand.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 500-1050 yards (457-960 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5 mm (H-8), 6 mm (J-10), and 6.50 mm (K-10 ½) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: Scissors, a yarn needle, stitch markers, and a tape measure.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Alternate Double Crochet, Standing Single Crochet, and Single Crochet Spike Stitch.

Colour-blocked kids cardigan; crochet.
Photo: premieryarns.com

Free Kid’s Cardigan Crochet Pattern from Premier Yarns

The Kid’s South Beach Cardi is an easy, free pattern for kids from 2 to14 years old.

SIZE: Seven sizes – with finished chest measurements from 22¾” to 33¼” (57.5 cm to 84.5cm).
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Cotton Sprout Worsted from Premier Yarns.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 2-3 100 g balls in the Peach colourway, one ball in Aqua, and one ball in Celery.
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 4.50 mm (7) and 5 mm (H-8) crochet hooks.
NOTIONS: A measuring tape, scissors, stitch markers, four ¾” buttons, and a tapestry needle.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Changing colours, Single Crochet in the Back Loop Ribbing, seaming panels, and making a button band.

A woman holding a yellow, on-button crochet child's cardigan.
Photo: mermaidsandmonkeys.com

Children’s One Button Cardigan Crochet Pattern from Mermaids & Monkeys

This cute cardigan is worked entirely in easy double crochet and is suitable for advanced beginners.

SIZE: 2,4,6, and 8.
YARN WEIGHT: #4 medium/worsted weight yarn, e.g., Cascade 220 Superwash Merino.
HOW MUCH YARN DO I NEED?: 415-695 yards (380-640 m).
RECOMMENDED HOOK SIZE: 5.50 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
NOTIONS: A tape measure, scissors, a tapestry needle and a button.
SPECIAL STITCHES/TECHNIQUES USED: Back Post Double Crochet and Front Post Double Crochet.

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