Description

The Beatrix Child’s Cardigan Knitting Pattern

The Beatrix Cardigan is a beautiful Fairisle child’s cardigan knitting pattern for ages 2 to 9 years. Worked in aran weight yarn, this traditional child’s cardigan knitting pattern features a classic all over Scandinavian Fair Isle design that never goes out of style.

Knitted traditionally from the bottom up and seamed, the Beatrix is a satisfying make with long sleeves, a neat round neck, and full front button fastening. The structured construction gives a beautifully neat finish — a cardigan that looks as impressive as it is to knit.

Perfect as a gift or a cherished handmade wardrobe piece, this is a child’s cardigan knitting pattern that will be worn and loved for years.

SIZES

2-3 4-5 6-7 8-9 years
Chest: 56(22) 61(24) 66(26) 71(28) cm (in)
Actual Chest: 66(26) 71.5(28) 79(31) 84(33) cm (in)
Back Length: 34(13½) 38(15) 42(16½) 46(18) cm (in)
Sleeve: 23(9) 26(10¼) 30(11¾) 32(12½) cm (in)

MATERIALS
MC – 3 [3:4:5] x 50 g balls Rooster Almerino Aran shade 315 Shimmer (103yards/94metres per ball)
C – 2 [3:4:5] x 50 g balls Rooster Almerino Aran shade 305 Custard (103yards/94metres per ball)
Pair each of 4.5 mm (UK/Canada/Aus no 7 or US 7) and 5.5 mm (UK/Canada/Aus no 5 or US 9) knitting needles.
5 x 18 mm buttons.

TENSION / GUAGE
19 sts and 23 rows to 10cm/4in square over st st using 5.5mm needles.
Note: strand the yarns at back of work very loosely in order to maintain correct tension.

To Substitute: Use same length of any Aran weight yarn that achieves a tension of 19 stitches and 23 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch using 4mm knitting needles.

Buy the yarn HERE (#ad) (links to suggested substitute Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran)

Pattern Features

• Child’s cardigan knitting pattern PDF
• Suitable for 2-9 years
• Knitted in Aran weight yarn
• Digital download
• Makes a beautiful handmade gift

Download Information

This is a digital knitting pattern and not a finished garment. Your PDF pattern will be available immediately after purchase.

Please note:
Yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements.

See more children and baby knitting patterns HERE