Top Down Crochet Baby Cardigan with Patterned Raglan Sleeves

This pattern features a top down construction and patterned raglan sleeves, perfect for keeping your little one stylish and cozy. Follow the instructions below to create this adorable cardigan.

Materials:

• Yarn: Light Worsted Weight Yarn (UK: Double Knitting, AU: 8 Ply), approximately 200-250g (Imperial: 7-9 oz, Metric: 280-320m)
• Crochet Hook: US G/6 (UK 8, Metric 4mm)
• Stitch markers
• Yarn needle
• Buttons (for embellishment)

Gauge:

17 stitches and 12 rows = 4 inches in double crochet

Instructions:

1. Chain 51, join with slip stitch to form a ring. Be careful not to twist the chain.
2. Round 1: Chain 2, double crochet in each chain around, join with slip stitch to first double crochet (51 dc).
3. Round 2: Chain 2, *double crochet in next 7 stitches, 2 double crochet in next stitch; repeat from * around, join with slip stitch (58 dc).
4. Continue working in the round, increasing in this pattern until the yoke measures the desired width across the shoulders.
5. Divide the yoke for the body and sleeves: double crochet in the first 10 stitches, chain 6 (this forms the underarm section), skip next 14 stitches, double crochet in the next 14 stitches, chain 6, skip next 14 stitches, double crochet in the last 9 stitches.
6. Continue working the body in rounds, and separately work the sleeves in rows, following your chosen pattern for the raglan sleeves.
7. Once the body and sleeves reach the desired length, finish off and weave in any loose ends.
8. Sew on buttons for embellishment, if desired.

Enjoy making this stylish and cozy baby cardigan for your little one!