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Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern

Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Casual Chic

Relaxed style with a modern twist, perfect for everyday wear while maintaining that handcrafted uniqueness.

About This Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern

This pattern creates a baby cardigan worked top-down in one piece with options for shells or ruffles at the hem. It includes sizes from preemie up to 3-4 years and clear shaping for armholes and sleeves. The design is versatile so you can personalize it with appliques, different edgings, or colorwork.

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You will find full row-by-row instructions for every size plus separate sleeve instructions and button/buttonhole band guidance. A gauge, materials list and helpful notes are included to ensure the best fit and finish.

Why You'll Love This Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it balances simplicity with professional-looking results. The top-down construction makes it easy to try on as you go and adjust length or sleeve measurements. I enjoy how quickly a baby-sized cardigan grows under my hook—perfect for a weekend make. The multiple edging options let me add a special finishing touch every time, and I always feel proud gifting these cozy little cardigans.

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Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize this cardigan with colorwork—try stripes across the chest or contrasting cuffs for a bolder look.

You can change the edging to a scallop, shell or ruffle; each gives a different personality to the finished cardigan.

For a softer, chunkier version I use a bulkier yarn and a larger hook to make a snuggly jacket instead of a lightweight cardigan.

If you want a mini version for a doll, use finer yarn and a smaller hook and follow the same ratios for counts and lengths.

I often embroider small motifs instead of appliques for a flatter finish; simple hand-stitched flowers or initials look adorable.

Swap out the buttons for snaps to make dressing easier for little ones and to create a clean line when closed.

Try adding a hood by picking up stitches around the neck edge and working rows up, finishing with decreases to shape the hood.

Mix yarn textures—use a faux-fur yarn for the edging for a luxurious trim, or a cotton blend for a summer version.

Make matching sets by creating a mini hat or booties using the same yarn and complementary stitch patterns.

I often alter sleeve length mid-project by measuring on the child and working fewer or more repeat rows to achieve the perfect fit.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Not measuring gauge before starting which leads to a cardigan that is too large or too small; check the 9 sc x 9 rows = 2" x 2" gauge and adjust hook size accordingly. ✗ Skipping stitch markers during the armhole division which causes misaligned sleeves; mark the stitch locations and count carefully when skipping stitches to form armholes. ✗ Forgetting that ch1 does not count as a stitch at the beginning of rows which shifts your stitch count; always treat ch1 as turning chain and sc into the first stitch as instructed. ✗ Sewing button bands without checking button placement which results in uneven spacing; mark out where you want the buttonholes before completing the button band and check alignment with markers. ✗ Overstuffing appliques or adding too much bulk at attachment points which distorts the cardigan edge; attach appliques flat and sew with small, even stitches to keep the fabric smooth.

Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern

Make a sweet, practical baby cardigan worked in one piece from the top down. This pattern is perfect for customizing with fun appliques or keeping simple for everyday wear. Clear instructions are included for multiple sizes from preemie to 3-4 years so you can make the perfect fit. Enjoy a satisfying, quick-to-knit project with professional finishing tips.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Simple Playdays Cardigan Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    DK weight (3) yarn - Preemie: approximately 220 metres
  • 02
    DK weight (3) yarn - Newborn: approximately 240 metres
  • 03
    DK weight (3) yarn - 0-3 Months: approximately 260 metres
  • 04
    DK weight (3) yarn - 3-6 Months: approximately 320 metres
  • 05
    DK weight (3) yarn - 6-12 Months: approximately 380 metres
  • 06
    DK weight (3) yarn - 1-2 Years: approximately 450 metres
  • 07
    DK weight (3) yarn - 3-4 Years: approximately 550 metres

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size 4.0mm (recommended for main work)
  • 02
    Crochet hook size 3.0mm (for button/buttonhole bands)
  • 03
    2-4 mm hooks for appliques
  • 04
    4-6 x 15mm buttons (depending on size)
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    Stitch markers
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    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing in ends and attaching buttons
  • 08
    Measuring tape

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— Pattern notes and pictures :

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* Working in first stitch the ch1 does not count as a stitch, ch1 and sc in the first stitch*

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Dividing for armholes

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Sc the required amount of stitches for the front, skip required amount of stitches, (this will form the first armhole), work the required amount of stitches for the back, skip the required amount of stitches to form the second armhole, sc to the end.

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How to measure the sleeves and length

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Sleeves: Start in the first unworked stitch. Place extra stitches under the arm to get the right amount (this prevents a gap under the arm)

— Button/Buttonhole Bands All sizes :

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Continuing from body, change to 3mm hook

Item Name (Button band) :

Row 1: ch1, 1 sc in the same, sc 1 in each row up to the top. Turn

Row 2 :

Ch1, sc in the same, sc in each stitch back to bottom. Turn

Row 3 :

Ch1, sc in the same, sc in each stitch back to top.

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Fasten off.

Item Name (Buttonhole band) :

Row 1: With the right side facing, join yarn to the top of the left hand side of the front edge, ch1, 1 sc in the same, 1 sc in each row. Turn

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Mark out where you want the button holes, on the next row ch1 and skip the one where the markers are.

Row 2 :

Buttonhole row, Ch1, sc in the same, sc all but ch1 and skip where the markers are to create the buttonholes. Turn

Row 3 :

Ch1, sc in the same and sc in all, including the chains.

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Fasten off and sew your buttons on to match the button holes and weave in all ends.

— Adding a shell Edging :

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Complete the cardigan and button bands as normal.

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The Shell edging requires multiples of 6 stitches + 1. I included 3 stitches at the edging at each side, if you don't have this do a row of single crochet (double UK) first and add stitches to get the right amount.

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With the right side facing, join yarn to the bottom right of the cardigan.

Row 1 :

Ch1, sc in the same, *skip 2, 5 dc in the next, skip 2, sc in the next* repeat to the end.

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Ch1 and sc in the same, skip the rest of the button band and 5 dc in the first stitch of the cardigan bottom. At the end do the last shell in the last stitch of the cardigan and sc at the end of the button band.

— Adding a ruffle Edging :

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You could also add a ruffle edging by completing the cardigan and button bands as normal.

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Then join yarn to the bottom right of the cardigan, ch1, dc in the same, 3 dc in each stitch to the last then dc in the last. Fasten off and sew in the ends.

— Preemie 4-6lb :

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With a 4mm hook Ch39

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, [3 sc] in the next, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 5. (46) Turn

Row 2 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (46) Turn

Row 3 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 5, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 6. (54) Turn

Row 4 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (54) Turn

Row 5 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 7. (62) Turn

Row 6 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (62) Turn

Row 7 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 7, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8. (70) Turn

Row 8 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (70) Turn

Row 9 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in next, sc 9. (78) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (78) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10. (86) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (86) Turn

Row 13 :

(Divide for arm holes) ch1, sc in the same, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, skip 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, skip 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11. (58) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (58) Turn

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Repeat Row 14 until work measures approx 7" from the shoulder, ending with an even row.

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Continue to button band on page 4.

— Sleeves :

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With a 4mm hook

Row 1 :

With the wrong side facing join yarn to the first un-worked sc under the arm, ch1, sc in the same, sc 21, slst to first. (22) Turn

Rows 2-9 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (22) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (21) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (21) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (20) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (20) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (19) Turn

Row 15 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (19) Turn

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Repeat row 15 until the sleeve measures 7" from the shoulder.

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Fasten off and repeat for the other sleeve.

— Newborn :

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With a 4mm hook Ch43

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 4, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 5. (50) Turn

Row 2 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (50) Turn

Row 3 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 5, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 6. (58) Turn

Row 4 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (58) Turn

Row 5 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 7. (66) Turn

Row 6 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (66) Turn

Row 7 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 7, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8. (74) Turn

Row 8 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (74) Turn

Row 9 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 9. (82) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (82) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10. (90) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (90) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11. (98) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (98) Turn

Row 15 :

(Divide for arm holes) ch1, sc in the same, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, skip 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 26, [3 sc] in the next, skip 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12. (62) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (62) Turn

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Repeat Row 16 until work measures approx 8" from the shoulder, ending with an even row.

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Continue to button band on page 4.

— Sleeves :

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With a 4mm hook

Row 1 :

With the wrong side facing join yarn to the first un-worked sc under the arm, ch1, sc in the same, sc 25, slst to first. (26) Turn

Rows 2-9 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (26) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (25) Turn

Rows 11 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (25) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (24) Turn

Rows 13 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (24) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (23) Turn

Row 15 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (23) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (22) Turn

Row 17 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (21) Turn

Row 18 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (21) Turn

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Repeat row 18 until the sleeve measures 8" from the shoulder.

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Fasten off and repeat for the other sleeve.

— 0-3 months :

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With a 4mm hook Ch47

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 5, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, 3 sc in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 6. (54) Turn

Row 2 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (54) Turn

Row 3 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, 3 sc in next, sc 7. (62) Turn

Row 4 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (62) Turn

Row 5 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 7, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8. (70) Turn

Row 6 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (70) Turn

Row 7 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 9. (78) Turn

Row 8 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (78) Turn

Row 9 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10. (86) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (86) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11. (94) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (94) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 26, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12. (102) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (102) Turn

Row 15 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 28, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 13. (110) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (110) Turn

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Repeat Row 16 until work measures approx 9" from the shoulder, ending with an even row.

— 3-6 months :

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With a 4mm hook Ch51

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 6, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 7. (58) Turn

Row 2 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (58) Turn

Row 3 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 7, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 8. (66) Turn

Row 4 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (66) Turn

Row 5 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 8, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 9. (74) Turn

Row 6 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (74) Turn

Row 7 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10. (82) Turn

Row 8 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (82) Turn

Row 9 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11. (90) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (90) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 26, [3 sc] in the next, sc 18, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12. (98) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (98) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 28, [3 sc] in the next, sc 20, [3 sc] in the next, sc 13. (106) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (106) Turn

Row 15 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 13, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, [3 sc] in the next, sc 30, [3 sc] in the next, sc 22, 3 sc in next, sc 14. (114) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (114) Turn

Row 17 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, sc 32, [3 sc] in the next, sc 24, [3 sc] in the next, sc 15. (122) Turn

Row 18 :

(Divide for Armholes) ch1, sc in the same, sc in next 15, [3 sc] in the next, skip 26, [3 sc] in the next, sc 34, [3 sc] in the next, skip 26, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16. (78) Turn

Row 19 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (78) Turn

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Repeat Row 19 until work measures approx 10" from the shoulder, ending with an even row.

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Continue to button band on page 4.

— Sleeves :

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With a 4mm hook

Row 1 :

With wrong side facing, join yarn to the first un-worked sc under the arm, ch1, sc in the same, sc 28, slst to first. (30) Turn

Rows 2-10 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (30) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (29) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (29) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (28) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (28) Turn

Row 15 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (27) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, sc all slst to first. (27) Turn

Row 17 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (26) Turn

Row 18 :

ch1, dec, sc to end, slst to first. (25) Turn

Row 19 :

ch1, sc all, slst to first. (25) Turn

Row 20-21 :

ch1, sc to end, slst to first. (28) Turn

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Repeat row 23 until the sleeve measures 13.5" from the shoulder. Fasten off and repeat for the other sleeve.

— Size 3-4 Years :

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Using a 4mm hook Ch 64

Row 1 :

sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 21, [3 sc] in the next, sc 9, [3 sc] in the next, sc 10. (71) Turn

Row 2 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (71) Turn

Row 3 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 10, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, sc 23, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, sc 11. (79) Turn

Row 4 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (79) Turn

Row 5 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 11, [3 sc] in the next, sc 13, [3 sc] in the next, sc 25, [3 sc] in the next, sc 13, [3 sc] in the next, sc 12. (87) Turn

Row 6 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (87) Turn

Row 7 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 12, [3 sc] in the next, sc 15, [3 sc] in the next, sc 27, [3 sc] in the next, sc 15, [3 sc] in the next, sc 13. (95) Turn

Row 8 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (95) Turn

Row 9 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 13, [3 sc] in the next, sc 17, [3 sc] in the next, sc 29, [3 sc] in the next, sc 17, [3 sc] in the next, sc 14. (103) Turn

Row 10 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (103) Turn

Row 11 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 14, [3 sc] in the next, sc 19, [3 sc] in the next, sc 31, [3 sc] in the next, sc 19, [3 sc] in the next, sc 15. (111) Turn

Row 12 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (111) Turn

Row 13 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 15, [3 sc] in the next, sc 21, [3 sc] in the next, sc 33, [3 sc] in the next, sc 21, [3 sc] in the next, sc 16. (119) Turn

Row 14 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (119)

Row 15 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc 16, [3 sc] in the next, sc 23, [3 sc] in the next, sc 35, [3 sc] in the next, sc 23, [3 sc] in the next, sc 17. (127) Turn

Row 16 :

ch1, sc in the same, sc to end. (127) Turn

Assembly Instructions

  • Attach sleeves by aligning the underarm seam opening with the sleeve opening, then sew the sleeve to the armhole using a yarn needle and small whipstitches for an even join.
  • Sew the button band and buttonhole band to the front edges, ensuring the buttonholes align with the buttons you will attach, then stitch securely with matching yarn.
  • Add edging (shell or ruffle) by joining yarn at the bottom right and working across the hem and along the button bands, finishing with neat fasten off and weaving ends.
  • Position appliques (rainbow, bunny, etc.) on the front panel and sew flat with matching yarn; tack in place with pins first to confirm placement before stitching.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to mark the start of rounds and the locations of the armhole skips to avoid mistakes when dividing for armholes.
  • 💡Check your gauge (9 sc x 9 rows = 2" x 2" with 4mm hook) before starting to ensure the finished cardigan matches the intended size.
  • 💡Work the button bands on a smaller hook (3mm) as instructed to create a neater, firmer edge for buttonholes and buttons.
  • 💡Measure sleeve length as you go and repeat the decrease/straight rows until the desired measurement is reached rather than relying only on row counts.

This Simple Playdays Cardigan is a joy to make and perfect for gifting or keeping as a handmade essential. The top-down construction allows for easy fitting and personalization with fun appliques or pretty edgings. Whether you choose a scalloped shell or playful ruffle, each cardigan finishes with charming detail and care. 🧶✨💖

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

Sizes range from Preemie to 3-4 years; check the size table in the pattern and follow the stitch counts for each size to achieve the correct finished measurements.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

You can use different yarn weights, but this will change the finished size and drape; adjust your hook and check gauge to match desired measurements.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate and assumes familiarity with basic stitches (sc, hdc, dc), increases, decreases and working rows with turning chains.

How long does this project typically take to complete?

Most crocheters finish a baby-sized cardigan in around 5-7 hours, though this will vary with size, experience and chosen edgings or appliques.

How many buttons do I need?

The pattern recommends 4-6 x 15mm buttons depending on size; place buttonholes evenly on the band and match buttons to those placements.