Round Neck and Hooded Jackets in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 1887 - Downloadable PDF

Round Neck and Hooded Jackets in Sirdar Snuggly DK – Pattern 1887

This knitting pattern from Sirdar presents two classic baby and children's jacket designs worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn: a Round Neck Jacket and a Jacket with Hood. Both garments are sized from birth to 7 years, making this a wonderfully versatile pattern that can grow with a child or be knitted repeatedly as a treasured handmade gift. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, so knitters can get started immediately after purchase.

Designs Included

Round Neck Jacket

The Round Neck Jacket is a neat, traditional children's cardigan featuring a classic round neckline finish. It is a timeless design suited to newborns right through to older toddlers and young children. The jacket fastens with buttons down the front, giving it a tidy, structured appearance that works equally well for everyday wear and special occasions.

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 344
• Yarn quantity: 2 to 5 balls of 50g, depending on size
• Buttons: 5 or 6, depending on size

Jacket with Hood

The Jacket with Hood offers a cosy, practical alternative to the round neck version, adding an attached hood for extra warmth and a modern, playful look. Like its companion design, it buttons down the front and is worked in the same yarn and stitch pattern, making the two designs cohesive as a set. The hood makes this version particularly popular for cooler months and outdoor adventures.

• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly DK shade 258
• Yarn quantity: 3 to 6 balls of 50g, depending on size
• Buttons: 5 or 6, depending on size

Sizing and Measurements

Both jackets are offered in six sizes to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) to 66 cm (26 in), corresponding to ages 0–6 months through to 6–7 years. The actual finished garment measurements are generously sized with positive ease, ranging from 46 cm to 72 cm in actual chest measurement. Full lengths range from 26 cm to 50 cm, and sleeve lengths — which are described as adjustable — run from 15 cm to 33 cm, giving knitters useful flexibility to customise the fit.

Yarn and Materials

The primary yarn specified is Sirdar Snuggly DK, a soft double knitting weight yarn well-suited to baby and children's garments. The pattern also notes compatibility with several other Sirdar yarns, including:

• Sirdar Supersoft DK
• Snuggly Kisses DK
• Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK
• Snuggly Pearls DK
• Tiny Tots DK

Knitters should note that yarn quantities may vary when substituting, as the stated amounts are based on average requirements using the specified tension and yarn. All of these alternatives are DK weight, ensuring the tension and drape of the finished garment remain consistent.

In addition to yarn, the following materials are required:

• 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles — main needles for the body and sleeves
• 3¼mm (UK10 / USA3) knitting needles — for ribbing and borders
• Cable needle
• Stitch holders
• 5 or 6 buttons, depending on the size being made

Techniques and Stitches Used

Both jackets