Knitting Pattern 56 - Three Colour Cardigan

Instructions for a gender-neutral, unisex baby or reborn doll, 3 colour cardigan with matching beanie hat in either 4ply or DK yarn depending on size.  The stitch pattern is easier than it looks as you only use one colour at a time across the row. As well as the 3 colour stitch pattern, the cardigan also features 7 asymmetrical button holes. This set will fit either babies 2.5lb through to 3 months or 21-22 inch reborns, 19-20 inch reborns, 17-18 inch reborns or 15-16″ reborns.

To knit this tri coloured cardigan you need to be able to knit, purl, slip stitches, yarn forward, knit 2 stitches together and pick up stitches.

You will need the following materials:

15-16” or 37.5-40cm Height (Approx 2.5-4lb Prem) Size

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A, 50g contrast colour B, 50g contrast colour C, 7 buttons,  1 stitch holder, 3 x 2.75mm needles making a tension of 30sts and 38 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch.

16-17” or 40-42.5cm Height (Approx 3-5lb Prem) Size

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A, 50g contrast colour B, 50g contrast colour C, 7 buttons, 1 stitch holder, 3 x 3.25mm needles making a tension of 28sts and 36 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch.

18-19” or 45-47.5cm Height (Approx 5-7lb Newborn) Size

50g 4ply yarn in main colour A, 50g contrast colour B, 50g contrast colour C, 7 buttons, 1 stitch holder, 3 x  3.75mm needles.  OR use dk yarn and 3.25mm needles making a tension of 26sts and 34 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch.

20-21” or 50-52.5cm Height (Approx 8-10lb Newborn) Size

50g dk yarn in main colour A, 50g contrast colour B, 50g contrast colour C, 7 buttons, 1 stitch holder,  3 x 3.75mm needles making a tension of 24sts and 30 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch.

22” or 55cm Height (0-3 Months) Size

50g dk yarn in main colour A, 50g contrast colour B, 50g contrast colour C, 7 buttons, 1 stitch holder, 1 x pr 4mm needles making a tension of 22sts and 28 rows to 10cm square over stocking stitch.

I’ve used Sirdar Snuggly yarn for this design.  For the largest size, there is not much yarn left over of colour A, so if you use a different brand yarn, you may need more than the 50g stated.