Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat 4ply Knitting Pattern Create a beautifully textured baby cardigan and matching hat with the sweet, timeless charm of hand knitting. The Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat is designed for little ones from newborn through to 18 months, with a soft garter stitch trim, delicate all-over texture, and a neat buttoned front. Knitted in New Zealand Merino 4ply, this set is soft, breathable, warm, and gentle against delicate baby skin. Merino is loved for its natural temperature-regulating qualities, making this cardigan and hat set a practical layering choice for everyday wear, gifting, and special handmade baby wardrobes. The cardigan is worked with the fronts and back knitted together to the armholes, reducing side seams for a smoother finish. The matching hat completes the set with the same textured stitch detail for a coordinated, heirloom-style look. Details Pattern name: Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat 4ply Brand: The Kiwi Stitch & Knit Co Garment type: Baby cardigan and hat set Yarn: New Zealand Merino 4ply Yarn weight: 4ply Construction: Cardigan fronts and back worked together to armholes Tension: 28 sts and 36 rows over 10cm in stocking stitch on 3.25mm needles Features: Textured stitch pattern, garter stitch bands, button front, matching hat Button options: 1, 2, or 3 buttonholes Sizes included: 0–3 months to 12–18 months Size Guide Size / Age Finished Chest Back Length Sleeve Length 0–3 months 41 cm 24 cm 14 cm 3–6 months 45 cm 27 cm 17 cm 6–9 months 49 cm 30 cm 20 cm 9–12 months 54 cm 33 cm 23 cm 12–18 months 58 cm 36 cm 26 cm Hat Sizes Hat Size / Age Yarn Quantity 0–3 months 1 ball 3–6 months 1 ball 6–12 months 1 ball 12–18 months 1 ball Yarn Requirements Based on New Zealand Merino 4ply, 50g balls at 178m per ball. Cardigan Only Size / Age Balls Required Total Metres 0–3 months 2 balls 356 m 3–6 months 2 balls 356 m 6–9 months 3 balls 534 m 9–12 months 3 balls 534 m 12–18 months 4 balls 712 m Cardigan & Hat Size / Age Balls Required Total Metres 0–3 months 3 balls 534 m 3–6 months 3 balls 534 m 6–9 months 4 balls 712 m 9–12 months 4 balls 712 m 12–18 months 5 balls 890 m Materials New Zealand Merino 4ply 3.00mm needles 3.25mm needles 2.75mm needles for hat band only Stitch holders Stitch markers Removable stitch markers 1–3 buttons or toggles, 15–20mm Wool needle for finishing Recommended For Knitters looking for a thoughtful baby knitting pattern with classic styling and modern practicality. The Mika Petite Cardigan & Hat is ideal for baby gifts, newborn sets, handmade layettes, and cosy everyday layers. With its soft merino yarn, gentle texture, and flexible button placement options, this baby cardigan and hat pattern is a lovely project for creating a polished, wearable knit with beautiful handmade detail.
