This long-sleeved, ruffled-edge cardigan is cropped to fit well over a little girl’s full skirted dress, but you could easily lengthen the body if desired. The fun yellow ruffles capture the exuberance and joy of spring. And did we mention, it’s great for twirling in?

Skill Level: Easy

Size: 3 (6, 12, 18, 24) months Finished Chest Size 18.75 (20.75, 21.75, 22.75, 24.75)” to fit bust 16 (17, 18, 19, 20)”

About 3-5” positive ease recommended.

Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (100% Cotton; 93 yards 85 meters/50 grams): 601 Paper White (MC, 2 (2, 3, 3, 4) balls), 624 Mustard Yellow (CC, 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) balls)

Needles: US size 2 (2.75 mm) 47” circular, US size 3 (3 mm) 47” circular

Notions: Markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle, removeable markers or scraps of yarn, one 0.75” / 20 mm button, US size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook (for making button loop)

The body is worked flat in one piece to the armholes. Both the body and the sleeves start with the ruffle, so you’re starting with a LOT of stitches (that’s why you need a long needle to accommodate the number of stitches), but don’t worry, the number of stitches decreases quickly!