Though Darlene Dale’s design may be titled Keeping It Simple, you’ll probably call this baby cardi and hat set “simply wonderful”. Knit in the newest member of the Simply Soft® family—Simply Soft® Light—this baby wardrobe essential will be the go-to set for every mom and dad who want their little one to be wrapped in softness and classic style.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Jacket
Chest:
20 (22, 24)“/
51 (56, 61)cm

Length:
9 ½ (10 ½, 13)”/
24 (26.5, 33)cm

MATERIALS

Simply Soft 2 (2, 3) balls

Ed. note: Current Yarnspirations information page offers Simply Soft (aran weight) which may be incorrect for this needle size. Yardage given here is for Caron Simply Soft Light DK weight yarn.

Size U.S 5 (3.75 mm) straight needles.
Size U.S 5 (3.75 mm) 20” 51 cm or 24” 61 cm long circular needle.

4 (4,5) buttons 3/4” [18 mm] diameter (for jacket)
4 split ring markers.
Yarn needle

Construction schematics are provided.

Ed. note: Jacket can be worn by both sexes. Change button placement as needed.

Coordinating Hat