Hand Embroidered Cardigan Knitting Pattern- SIMPLE FLOWERS BABY CARDIGAN

This hand embroidered cardigan knitting pattern is perfect for creating a beautiful baby cardigan with delicate floral detail. Designed for babies and children up to 4 years old, the downloadable PDF includes clear instructions for both the knitting and the simple embroidery. Ideal for beginners wanting to try embroidery on knitting — the forgiving flower design makes this an enjoyable and creative project.

Included in the patterns are:
+ Full knitting instructions including stage by stage photos and links to useful videos
+ Embroidery designs in several sizes for you to trace onto water soluble stabiliser, which you place on your knitting and embroider over
+ Links to video tutorials on how to use the stabiliser and work all of the stitches needed to complete the embroidery

Pattern  Details:

Sizes: Newborn, 0 - 3 months, 3 - 6 months, 6 - 12 months, 12 - 18 months, 18 - 24 months, 2 - 4 years

Yarn: 220 - 440 metres (240 482 yards) DK weight yarn depending on size knitted

Needles: 3.5 mm (US size 4) and 4mm (US size 6) knitting needles. A circular needle is recommended for body of the cardigan to make it easier to manage the stitches before you divide for the sleeves. You are knitting flat.  Circular or double pointed needles are needed for the sleeves if knitting them in the round.

Tension/Gauge: 22 sts and 30 rows over 10 cm (4") square in stocking (stockinette) stitch using 4 mm (US size 6) needles

Skill Level: Advanced beginner

Knitting Techniques: Cast on, knit, purl, simple increase and decrease, cast off (bind off)