BABY CARDIGAN & HAT
MATERIALS
Cardigan directions are for size 6 months; changes for
sizes 12, 18 and 24 months are in parentheses. Hat
directions are for size 6 months; changes for sizes 12
and 18 to 24 months are in parentheses.
Finished Chest: 23 (24, 25, 27½)”.
Finished Length: 9½ (11, 12, 14)”.
Hat Circumference: 16 (17¾, 18¾)”.
RED HEART® “Soft Baby Steps™”: Cardigan: 1 (2, 2,
3) balls 9800 Baby Blue A. Hat: 1 ball each 9800 Baby
Blue A and 9935 Blue Earth B.
Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8].
Circular Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm
[US 8] – 29”.
4 (5, 5, 6) Buttons ¾” diameter, 2 stitch holders, yarn
needle, pompom maker.
GAUGE: 18 sts = 4”; 24 rows = 4” in St st with larger
needles. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles
to obtain the gauge.
Take the guesswork out of creating the perfect baby gift with this darling knit cardigan and hat project! Red Heart Soft Baby Steps sets your imagination free with a selection of coordinating solids and multicolors to inspire your ensemble. It’s a great gift for baby’s birthday, a shower, or they can wear it at the next photo op with mom and dad. Customize this machine wash and dry set in 6-24 month sizes.