Pattern is also available on RAVELRY and ETSY .
The Etta Cardigan is a charming, vintage-inspired baby and children’s sweater designed with simplicity and comfort in mind. This top-down cardigan knitting pattern is perfect for knitters looking to create a timeless handmade piece with minimal finishing.
Knit seamlessly from the top down, Etta begins with a classic raglan yoke. Once the yoke is complete, the sleeves are separated, then knit, followed by the body. With only minimal sewing required (just sleeves and buttons), this pattern is approachable and satisfying to complete.
The easy yarn-over raglan increases are simple to work and easy to track, making this a great introduction to top-down sweater construction.
Worked in worsted weight yarn, this cardigan knits up quickly — perfect for gifts or everyday wear.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
Beginner-friendly introduction to top-down sweaters
Minimal finishing required
Classic, vintage-inspired design
Quick knit using worsted weight yarn
Perfect for baby gifts and growing kids
📥 Format:
Instant PDF download (no physical item will be shipped)
Written in standard English knitting terms
🧶 Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner
📏 Sizes:
0–3 months (3–6 months, 1 year, 2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years)
Finished Chest Measurements:
17” (19”, 22”, 24”, 26”, 28”, 30”)
🧵 Materials:
Worsted weight yarn: 250 (325, 400, 475, 550, 625, 700) yards
Buttons (5/8”): 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10)
🪡 Needles & Gauge:
US Size #8 circular needles (29” or size needed to obtain gauge)
Gauge: 4.5 stitches = 1” in garter stitch
💡 Perfect For:
First top-down sweater projects
Handmade baby shower gifts
Classic everyday cardigans
Building a handmade wardrobe
This pattern is sold for personal use only and not to be COPIED, SOLD OR SHARED WITH FRIENDS. You may use this pattern to knit items to sell from your home business, but please credit the pattern.
Happy Knitting & thank you for looking,
Melinda xx
* Important! You will receive an email with a downloadable PDF link. This link will expire in 24 hours, so it is important to download and save your pattern. Although digital download links expire 24 hours after they are issued, if you click the link after it has expired, Squarespace now automatically resends a new link.
Patterns are for individual use ONLY and are protected by international copyright law. By purchasing this pattern you agree to print and use this pattern for your personal use. You may not distribute or sell electronic or paper copies of this pattern.
Pattern is also available on RAVELRY and ETSY .
The Etta Cardigan is a charming, vintage-inspired baby and children’s sweater designed with simplicity and comfort in mind. This top-down cardigan knitting pattern is perfect for knitters looking to create a timeless handmade piece with minimal finishing.
Knit seamlessly from the top down, Etta begins with a classic raglan yoke. Once the yoke is complete, the sleeves are separated, then knit, followed by the body. With only minimal sewing required (just sleeves and buttons), this pattern is approachable and satisfying to complete.
The easy yarn-over raglan increases are simple to work and easy to track, making this a great introduction to top-down sweater construction.
Worked in worsted weight yarn, this cardigan knits up quickly — perfect for gifts or everyday wear.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:
Beginner-friendly introduction to top-down sweaters
Minimal finishing required
Classic, vintage-inspired design
Quick knit using worsted weight yarn
Perfect for baby gifts and growing kids
📥 Format:
Instant PDF download (no physical item will be shipped)
Written in standard English knitting terms
🧶 Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner
📏 Sizes:
0–3 months (3–6 months, 1 year, 2 years, 4 years, 6 years, 8 years)
Finished Chest Measurements:
17” (19”, 22”, 24”, 26”, 28”, 30”)
🧵 Materials:
Worsted weight yarn: 250 (325, 400, 475, 550, 625, 700) yards
Buttons (5/8”): 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10)
🪡 Needles & Gauge:
US Size #8 circular needles (29” or size needed to obtain gauge)
Gauge: 4.5 stitches = 1” in garter stitch
💡 Perfect For:
First top-down sweater projects
Handmade baby shower gifts
Classic everyday cardigans
Building a handmade wardrobe
This pattern is sold for personal use only and not to be COPIED, SOLD OR SHARED WITH FRIENDS. You may use this pattern to knit items to sell from your home business, but please credit the pattern.
Happy Knitting & thank you for looking,
Melinda xx
* Important! You will receive an email with a downloadable PDF link. This link will expire in 24 hours, so it is important to download and save your pattern. Although digital download links expire 24 hours after they are issued, if you click the link after it has expired, Squarespace now automatically resends a new link.
Patterns are for individual use ONLY and are protected by international copyright law. By purchasing this pattern you agree to print and use this pattern for your personal use. You may not distribute or sell electronic or paper copies of this pattern.
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