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You can never guarantee the weather in the UK, so a handy cardigan like this one is a must-have for baby’s wardrobe. Details such as the single rib panels, a shaped hem and button detailing add style to a practical item, while the hot pink and vibrant green colours evoke the fruity feel of a watermelon. Fancy a different colour? With 59 shades of this Rico yarn available, your’re sure to find your perfect combination.
About this yarn
Rico Cotton Essentials DK
100% cotton
130m per 50g
Machine wash at 30°C
£2.89, to buy call 01926 882 818 or visit www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
Pink cardigan
You will need
■ Rico Essentials Cotton DK, 50g in:
Pistachio (shade 86) x 1 (1: 1: 2: 2) balls - A
Fuchsia (shade 14) x 2 (3: 3: 4: 4) balls - B
■ 3 x 1cm buttons
■ 3.25mm (UK 10, US 3) knitting needles
■ 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) knitting needles
■ 3 stitch holders
Measurements
■ See sizing guide
Tension
■ 25 sts and 28 rows to 10cm (4in) in single rib, using 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) needles 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm (4in) over st-st, using 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) needles
Abbreviations
■ For standard abbreviations see page 65
Sizing guide
Pink cardigan
Back
Using 3.75mm (UK 9, US 5) needles and yarn
