33 patterns
Crochet Baby Cardigan Patterns
Crochet baby cardigan patterns make small button-front sweaters sized from newborn to about two years. Many use a one-piece yoke or simple rectangles to minimize seams. Soft, washable DK acrylic or cotton blends are practical, and buttons should be sewn on very securely or replaced with ties for young babies.
By the crochetpatterns.io editorial team · Updated · Editorial policy
Baby Bib Fan Edge (1919): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Easy
- Yarn weight
- Lace (#0)
- Hook size
- 0.75 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
A Rosy Future Crocheted Baby Set: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
A Sailor's Sweetheart Crocheted Jacket: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Babies' Crossed-Stitch Jacket (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby Cap of Pop Corn Stitch, Plate 58 (1917): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Lace (#0)
- Hook size
- 2.25 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby Set in Filet Crochet: Jacket, Cap, Pillow Top and Carriage Cover (1920): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby's Petticoat in Saxony Star Stitch with Blue Picot Edge (1912): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby's Sacque and Pompadour Bonnet (1920): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Blue and White Shell Stitch Dress: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.75 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Carrying Coat in Shell Pattern (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.25 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Carrying Coat in Star Stitch (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Child's Crocheted Petticoat (1888): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Child's Star-Stitch Jacket (1918): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crochet Jacket in Shell Pattern (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.25 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crochet Jacket with Ribbed Yoke (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crochet Petticoat with Ribbed Bodice (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Baby Jacket, 1 to 6 Months (1916): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 1.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Infant's Crocheted Sacque with Tunisian Yoke (1916): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Kimono Jacket (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Long Coat, Tufted (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Puff Stitch Baby Set: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.75 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Two-Colour Crochet Jacket with Sailor Collar (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Winter Crochet Petticoat (1911): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby Jacket with Raised Ribs (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 2.75 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Baby's Three-Piece Crocheted Set: vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.25 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Kimono Sweater No. 14-12-3 (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Sacque No. 14-8-30 (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Sacque No. 801 (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Silk Jacket with Silk Lining No. 15-6-15 (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Lace (#0)
- Hook size
- 1.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Crocheted Sweater with Cross Stitch No. 13-9-46 (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Infant’s Crocheted Dress in Afghan Stitch (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Light (#3)
- Hook size
- 4.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
Infant’s Crocheted Jacket (1915): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Fine (#2)
- Hook size
- 3.5 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
So Young Baby Set: Bonnet, Jacket and Bootees, No. 14 (1970): vintage crochet pattern
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Yarn weight
- Super fine (#1)
- Hook size
- 2.1 mm hook
- Yardage
- Amount as printed
Free preview · in bundle
What size crochet cardigan should I make for a baby gift?
For a baby gift, make a cardigan for 6–12 months rather than newborn, because babies outgrow newborn sizes within weeks and a larger size can be worn in the right season. Match the season the baby will reach that age.
Frequently asked questions
How much yarn for a baby cardigan?
Usually 300–600 yards of DK yarn depending on size.
What buttons are safe for baby clothes?
Flat buttons sewn on with strong thread and checked often; ties or snaps avoid the risk entirely.