This is a new version of the original free Dirghagama baby cardigan, size 6 months in Bulky yarn, which was made as a baby shower present for a lovely couple who study the Dīrgha Āgama. Dīrgha Āgama means ‘a long (dīrgha) discourse of Buddha (āgama)’ in Sanskrit and is a collection of 48 sūtras, or rather records of the oral teachings of the Buddha from the 8th century. So now you know!

I hope you enjoy knitting this pattern and I am looking forward to seeing your versions of it :-)

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Finished measurements: (after blocking) circumference: 45 48 51 56 65 70 74 cm / 17.75 18.75 20.5 22.5 26 28 29.5 inches, length: 30 32 34 36 39 41 46 cm / 11.75 12.5 13.5 14.5 15.5 16.5 18.5 inches.
Yarn: DK/8-ply yarn, 50g (1.76 ounces), 90m (98 yards), 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 balls.
Needles: 4mm / US 6 circular needles,150 cm / 60 inches
Notions: 2 stitch holders, tapestry needle for weaving in ends, blocking wire/pins, 6 stitch markers (2 of one colour (A) + 4 of another colour (B)) and approx. 100cm (40”) of 1cm (1/2”) wide ribbon.
Gauge: In stockinette stitch 20 stitches and 26 rows per 10cm / 4 inches after blocking.