Cogwheel Cardigan

Introducing the Cogwheel Baby Cardigan Knitting Pattern—perfectly sized from Newborn to Toddler! This charming cardigan works up quickly and easily using worsted weight wool or any other baby-friendly fiber, making it an ideal choice for both beginner and experienced knitters alike.

Knit this adorable little sweater for your favorite future engineer or budding physics professor. The unique colorwork design mimics the appearance of cogs and gears, making it both science-themed and irresistibly cute. Plus, this pattern is completely gender-neutral, ensuring it’s a delightful gift for any baby!

Don’t worry if you’re new to colorwork—if you can knit stripes, you're ready to tackle slip stitch colorwork! This method simplifies the process by allowing you to work with just one strand of yarn at a time, eliminating the hassle of juggling multiple yarn colors. It’s a fantastic way to introduce yourself to color techniques without the intimidation of traditional two-color knitting methods.

Required Skills: To complete this project, you should be familiar with the Long-tail cast-on, basic knit and purl stitches, slipping stitches purlwise, picking up stitches, the Backwards loop cast-on, and basic bind-off techniques. These essential skills will enable you to create a beautiful and functional cardigan your little one can wear with pride.

Yarn Requirements: For this pattern, you'll need worsted weight wool or another soft, baby-friendly fiber. Here’s a breakdown of the yarn required:

• Main Color: 144 (177, 225, 264, 310, 336, 432) yards
• Accent Color #1: 19 (19, 22, 22, 24, 24, 27) yards
• Accent Color #2: 25 (25, 29, 29, 32, 32, 36) yards

This fantastic pattern is not only a delightful knitting project but also a perfect way to create a memorable gift for any baby in your life. Grab your needles, choose your favorite colors, and start crafting the Cogwheel Baby Cardigan today—let your creativity shine through every stitch!