Over the years I have taught many basic knitting classes. I use a simple baby cardigan to illustrate many techniques. Finally I pulled all my notes together and wrote this simple back to Basics Cardi Pattern for new knitters. Even the hat is super simple and user friendly.

Yarn
Worsted Weight 250 yds
Needles
US 5 & 7 straight and DPNs
5 buttons, stitch holders, markers
Gauge
5 sts=1” or 20 sts =4”
Size
0-3 months

Note: the hat may be worked on the DPNs or a 16” circular needle

Enjoy!