Dachshund in the Snow — Kids Christmas Cardigan Knitting Pattern PDF download
Dachshund in the Snow — Kids Christmas Cardigan Knitting Pattern PDF download
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Christmas is coming, and this one will stop small people in their tracks. The Dachshund in the Snow Cardigan is a cosy, wintry knit featuring a sweet dachshund playing in the snow, worked in soft DK yarn and sized for ages 1 to 11 years.
The cardigan is knitted top-down in one piece, so there's no seaming to worry about. The dachshund is formed from simple intarsia panels that are knitted separately and sewn on to complete the look. Clear, straightforward instructions mean you'll be casting off before you know it.
Designed by Jane Burns. I've been creating knitting and crochet patterns for babies and children for 18 years, so you can trust this one is as straightforward to follow as it looks.
Pattern details
| Yarn | King Cole Merino Blend DK, 100% Pure New Superwash, 104m / 113y per 50g ball |
| Yarn requirements | Yarn A (1531) Pale Blue: 2, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 balls; Yarn B (1) White: 1, 1, 1, 2, 2, 3 balls; Yarn C (3089) Chestnut: 1 ball all sizes; Yarn D (9) Red: 1 ball all sizes; Yarn E (48) Black: 1 ball all sizes |
| Needles | 3.25mm circular needle 60-80cm long; 4mm circular needle 60-80cm long; 3.25mm double-pointed needles or 60-80cm circular for Magic Loop method |
| Also needed | 4 stitch markers; scrap yarn or stitch holders; 5 x 2cm assorted clear buttons; small amount of toy stuffing (optional) |
| Sizes | Ages 1-2y, 2-3y, 4-5y, 6-7y, 8-9y, 10-11y |
| Finished chest | 60, 64, 69.5, 73, 77, 82 cm / 23.75, 25.25, 27.25, 28.75, 30.25, 32.25 in |
| Finished length | 33.5, 35, 40, 42.5, 49, 53.5 cm / 13, 14, 15.5, 16.75, 19.5, 21 in |
| Sleeve length | 21.5, 24, 27.5, 30, 33, 36 cm / 8.5, 9.5, 10.75, 11.75, 13, 14 in |
| Skill level | Confident beginner |
| Gauge | 22 sts and 30 rows to 10 x 10cm (4 x 4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles |
Size guide
| Age | 1-2y | 2-3y | 4-5y | 6-7y | 8-9y | 10-11y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit chest (cm) | 53 | 56 | 61 | 65.5 | 69 | 73.5 |
| To fit chest (in) | 21 | 22 | 24 | 25.75 | 27 | 29 |
| Actual chest (cm) | 60 | 64 | 69.5 | 73 | 77 | 82 |
| Actual chest (in) | 23.75 | 25.25 | 27.25 | 28.75 | 30.25 | 32.25 |
| Length (cm) | 33.5 | 35 | 40 | 42.5 | 49 | 53.5 |
| Length (in) | 13 | 14 | 15.5 | 16.75 | 19.5 | 21 |
| Sleeve length (cm) | 21.5 | 24 | 27.5 | 30 | 33 | 36 |
| Sleeve length (in) | 8.5 | 9.5 | 10.75 | 11.75 | 13 | 14 |
What you'll receive
Your pattern is an instant PDF download, ready to save or print as soon as your purchase is complete.
- Intarsia chart for the dachshund motif, covering all sizes
- Written instructions for the cardigan body, sized for ages 1-2y through 10-11y
The adult version is available as a separate listing here, sized up to 158cm (62in). Knit them both for a lovely mummy and me set.
Yarn alternative for US knitters
If you're knitting from the US, Knit Picks Swish DK is a great match for this pattern. It's 100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 123y per 50g ball, and knits to the same tension. Use the same quantities as listed above.
| Yarn A | Knit Picks Swish DK (N9937) Clear Sky |
| Yarn B | Knit Picks Swish DK (24064) White |
| Yarn C | Knit Picks Swish DK (28634) Pinecone Heather |
| Yarn D | Knit Picks Swish DK (24632) Serrano |
| Yarn E | Knit Picks Swish DK (27225) Black |
A lovely gift for Christmas, a birthday, or any small person with a fondness for dogs.
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