1005 Penny Candy - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Babies in Valley Yarns Montague

**Valley Yarns Penny Candy Baby Cardigan Pattern** Introducing the Valley Yarns Penny Candy, a delightful and squishy baby’s cardigan that’s perfect for any season. This charming pattern features intricate cables on the front panels and stylish raglan long sleeves, all crafted using the wonderfully soft Montague yarn. Designed as a quick-knit sweater, the Penny Candy cardigan is knit from the bottom up, incorporating beautiful front cable panels that frame the button band. Sleeves are painstakingly worked separately before being seamlessly joined to the body at the start of the yoke, ensuring a polished finish. Montague, the featured yarn from Valley Yarns, is a luxurious cotton yarn with a unique bouclé texture, making it a fantastic choice for baby garments. This dreamy yarn will produce fabrics that are not only soft against the skin but also durable and machine-washable. Perfect for parents with wool sensitivities or those who simply prefer the feel of cotton, Montague deserves a place in every knitter’s collection. The cable panels for this cardigan are both charted and written out, making it easy for you to follow the instructions regardless of your preferred method. Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: 0–6 (6–12, 12–18, 18–24) months
Finished Measurements: The cardigan is showcased in the size 6–12 months with a suggested positive ease of 1–2 inches.
    Chest – 19½ (20¼, 21¼, 22¼)”, when buttoned
    Length – 11¼ (12, 13, 14½)”
Yarn Requirements: You will need 3 (4, 5, 5) balls of Valley Yarns Montague (100% Organic Cotton; 50g/110yds), showcased in the lovely 012 Straw color.
Needles:
     US 6 (4.00mm) 16” and 24” circular needles
     US 7 (4.50mm) 16” and 24” circular needles to achieve the correct gauge
Gauge: 19 sts and 26 rows = 4” stockinette stitch using US 7 (4.50mm) needles, blocked

This knitting pattern was last updated on 07/22/2020, ensuring you have the most accurate instructions available. View the errata here for any corrections or additional notes. If you purchased the PDF version of this pattern, the most recent version is available for download in your online pattern library.
Start your next knitting project today with the Valley Yarns Penny Candy baby cardigan pattern and create a cozy, adorable garment for your little one that’s sure to impress!