Menu
Baby >> Cardigan: 253 Free Patterns
Knitted baby cardigans are the perfect top layer for babies aged from infant to toddler to pre-schooler. On this page, you can find free knitting patterns for baby cardigans in many styles and for many skill levels. Any of these would be perfect if you are looking to make a knitted baby shower gift.
Our directory links to free knitting patterns only. But sometimes patterns that were available for free become pay-walled later. Patterns can also be moved or taken down. If you encounter a problem accessing any of the patterns, we urge you to report this to us.
Filter Knitting Patterns By:
Top 10 Knitting Patterns in Baby/Cardigan
Baby Fairy Jacket
This lovely outfit will instantly turn your baby into Tinkerbell! A great gift for baby showers or other occasions.
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed, Stripes.
Wave of Light Baby Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace.
Little Hoodie
Sizes: 3 mos (6 mos, 12 mos, 18 mos, 2 yrs, 4 yrs, 6 yrs, 8 yrs, 10 yrs)
This free boys knitting pattern uses fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, Hood, Long Sleeve, Rib, Seamed, Stockinette Stitch.
Knit Double Stripe Summer Baby Hoodie
Sizes: 6 - 24 months
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Hood, Long Sleeve, Seamed, Stripes.
Frog Hoodie
Sizes: 6 months - 6 years
This free knitting pattern uses bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Hood, Long Sleeve, Raglan, Seamless.
Little Cub Hoodie
Sizes: 6 mon (12mon, 24mon, 4yrs)
A free knitting pattern using bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Hood, Long Sleeve, Seamed.
Baby Cardign
We loved the traditional construction and attention to detail shown by this pattern. It is knitted from just one skein of Worsted weight yarn, making it a great gift for a baby shower or birthday.
Sizes: 0-3 months (6-9 months, 12-18 months)
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn.
Ella Baby Cardigan
Size: Newborn-6 mos 20” (51cm) chest
Free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Long Sleeve, Raglan, Seamless, Top-Down.
Knit Zip Hoodie
Sizes: Child’s 0-6 (6-12, 12-24) mos
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Crochet Finish, Hood, Long Sleeve, Seamed, Zipper.
Colorblock Kimono Cardigan
Sizes: 6-24 months
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: 3-quarter sleeves, Garter Stitch, Kimono Sleeve.
Baby Jacket Set
Sizes: 0-12 months
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch, Long Sleeve, Raglan, Seamless, Top-Down.
Which Way is Up
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, In-the-round, Seamless, Stranded.
In The Details Knit Hoodie
Sizes: 6-24 months
Free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch, Hood, Long Sleeve.
Kensington Baby Jacket
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up.
Professor Sweater
Sizes: 1 (4, 6, 8, 10)yrs
This free boys knitting pattern uses aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Long Sleeve, Raglan, Shawl Collar.
Quick Stitch Cardigan
Sizes: 3-6 months
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Worked as One-piece.
Soft Essentials Knit Baby Cardigan
Sizes: 6 to 24 months
A free knitting pattern using bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Long Sleeve, Seamed, V-neck.
Provence Leafy Cardigan
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Lace, Round Yoke, Seamless, Top-Down.
Tiny Stripes Cardigan and Vest
This free knitting pattern uses light fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, In-the-round, Steek, Stripes.
Show Your Stripes Knit Jacket
Sizes 6 and 12 months
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: cuff-to-cuff, Garter Stitch, Hood, Worked as One-piece.
Munchkin Set
This free knitting pattern uses aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: I-Cord, In-the-round, Raglan.
Buttoned Up Cardi
Sizes: 6 to 24 months
Free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Garter Stitch, Hood, Long Sleeve, Seamed.
Teddy Sweater and Hat
A free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Wrap.
Sweet Lady Bug Baby Set
Free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Applique, Seamed.
Hopscotch Cardigan
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Raglan, Seamless, Stripes, Top-Down, V-neck.
Year-Round Baby Cardigan
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Seamed.
Cozy Cardi
A free knitting pattern using bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Crochet Finish, Hood, Seamed, Sideways.
Angelita Baby Bolero Jacket
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cropped, Seamed.
Baby Cardigan
Sizes: Baby- 6-9 (12) (18-24) months
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed.
Danika Baby Jacket
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Seamed.