Maddison Cardigan & Jacket – Knitting Pattern The Maddison Cardigan & Jacket is a classic baby knit designed for comfort, warmth, and timeless charm. Featuring soft garter stitch borders and simple shaping, this versatile design can be made as either a cardigan or a jacket. It’s perfect for layering and makes a thoughtful handmade gift for little ones. Worked flat in pieces and seamed, this pattern offers two neckline finishes (simple or eyelet edge) and optional buttonhole placement for a custom look. Size Chart Size (Approx. Age) 0–3 mths 3–6 mths 6–12 mths 18–24 mths 3 yrs To Fit Chest 42 cm 47 cm 52 cm 56 cm 60 cm Finished Chest Size 46 cm 51 cm 56 cm 60 cm 65 cm Finished Length (Mid Back) 26 cm 28 cm 30 cm 33 cm 36 cm Sleeve Length 12 cm 14 cm 16 cm 18 cm 20 cm Yarn Requirements Yarn: 5ply or Bulky 4ply (approx. 167 m per 50 g ball)Alternative Yarn: Touch Yarns Lightweight 8ply Possum Silk Merino (425 m per 100 g hank – shown in sample)Gauge: 24 sts × 32 rows = 10 cm in stocking stitch on 3.75 mm needles Size (Approx. Age) 0–3 mths 3–6 mths 6–12 mths 18–24 mths 3 yrs Yarn (5ply / Bulky 4ply) 2 × 50 g (≈334 m) 2 × 50 g (≈334 m) 3 × 50 g (≈501 m) 4 × 50 g (≈668 m) 5 × 50 g (≈835 m) Alternative (Touch Possum Merino) 1 × 100 g hank (425 m) 1 × 100 g hank (425 m) 2 × 100 g hanks (850 m) 2 × 100 g hanks (850 m) 2 × 100 g hanks (850 m) Project Details Needles: 3.75 mm [US 5] Notions: 2 stitch holders, stitch marker, and 3 or more buttons Construction: Worked flat; seamed with optional flower embellishment and two neckband styles Skill Level: Beginner–Intermediate
