Ki Cardigan by Leila Raven

Craft: Knitting

This pattern is available on Ravelry.

New in version 2: Expanded sizing for 6-12mo (2-4y), using worsted weight at a slightly larger gauge — be sure to follow instructions for chosen size in specified yarn weight and gauge.

The classics endure: A fully seamless, top-down sweater in DK weight for little ones 3-6 mo (12-24 mo, 4-6y), and in worsted weight for sizes 6-12 mo (2-4y), Kī pulls inspiration from Elizabeth Zimmermann’s Baby Sweater on Two Needles in Knitter’s Almanac, paired with the wavy shale pattern from my own Shaelyn shawl.

Pattern is written for five sizes and with options for short or long sleeves. Charts and written instructions included.

Materials

DK weight sizes 3-6mo (12-24mo, 4-6y) only

Long Sleeve: Approx 301 (418, 555) yds DK-weight yarn

Shown in Quince & Co Phoebe 100% Merino,

301 yds/100g; 1 (2, 2) skeins each in Sol.

Short Sleeve: Approx 256 (333, 429) yds DK-weight yarn

Shown in Jill Draper Makes Stuff Kingston 100% Targhee, 270 yds/113g; 1 (2, 2) skeins each in Wiltwyck Ave.

Worsted weight sizes 6-12mo (2-4y) only

Long Sleeve: Approx 285 (427) yds Worsted weight yarn

Shown in Harrisville WATERshed 100% Pure Virgin Wool, 110 yds/50g; 3 (4) skeins each in Monarch

Short Sleeve: Approx 243 (352) yds Worsted weight yarn

Finished Gauge

DK gauge for sizes 3-6mo (12-24mo, 2-4y): 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette st, relaxed after blocking

Worsted gauge for 6-12mo (2-4y): 20 stitches and 24 rows = 4” in stockinette st, relaxed after blocking

Note: If your gauge in the round is smaller than when working flat, your sleeve measurements may vary. You may wish to either work the pattern as written, or adjust your working needle size accordingly.

Needles

One 24” circular needle and DPNs in size needed to obtain gauge

Suggested size: US 7 (4.5 mm)

Finished Dimensions

17 (18.5, 20.75, 22.75, 25)” 43 (47, 52.5, 63.5) cm chest circumference; to fit 3-6mo (6-12mo, 12-24mo, 2-4y, 4-6y)

Notions

Stitch marker, waste yarn, blunt tapestry needle,

3 (3, 3, 3, 4) buttons (3/4”), sewing thread

Construction Notes

• Cardigan is worked flat from the top down, beginning with a garter stitch collar.

• Circular yoke shaping is worked before the start of the lace pattern.

• Stitches are separated for working sleeves and body separately, then body is resumed and worked to bottom hem.

• Sleeves are worked in the round to the cuff, ending with puff-sleeve shaping before the garter stitch trim (a short-sleeve option is also included).

• Buttonholes are placed in a knit-as-you-go garter stitch band.