Kids Dinosaur Hooded Cardigan Knitting Pattern PDF - DK
Kids Dinosaur Hooded Cardigan Knitting Pattern PDF - DK
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There are cardigans a child will wear. And then there are cardigans a child will refuse to take off because they are, in their own words, a dinosaur. Derek is the second kind.
If you are looking for an easy knitting pattern for a hooded cardigan, this is a great place to start. The construction is straightforward seamed stocking stitch, perfect for a beginner. Then add knitted spikes down the hood and back, a knitted tail, and a front button band, and you have the Little Dinosaur Explorer Hooded Cardigan. It looks far more impressive than it actually is to make, which is exactly how it should be.
This pattern was previously available up to size 4-5 years and has now been extended to include 6-7, 8-9, and 10-11 years, covering newborn right through to age 11 in one pattern. There are instructions for working the spikes and tail both in the round and flat on two needles, so it works whatever needles you have available.
Did I mention this is a great beginner project?
Designed by Jane Burns, with 18 years of experience creating exclusive baby and children's knitting patterns. Simple to follow, lovely to make, and a real pleasure to give.
Pattern details
| Yarn | King Cole Big Value DK, 100% Acrylic, 50g / 145m per ball |
| Yarn requirements | Yarn A (4051) Platinum: 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 9, 10, 11) balls. Yarn B (4032) Bordeaux: 1 ball all sizes. Yarn C (4059) Leaf: 1 ball all sizes. Yarn D (4026) Mustard: 1 ball all sizes |
| Needles | Straight 3.25mm and 4mm. Long circulars recommended around the hood. Optional 3.25mm needles for working spikes in the round |
| Also needed | Dark grey buttons 2.5cm diameter: 4 (4, 4, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7). Darning needle, stitch markers, stitch holder, sewing needle and thread |
| Sizes | 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, 18-24 months, 2-3 years, 4-5 years, 6-7 years, 8-9 years, 10-11 years |
| Skill level | Beginner. Seamed construction, stocking stitch throughout, knitted spike and tail applique |
| Gauge | 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch on 4mm needles |
Size guide
| Size | 0-6m | 6-12m | 12-18m | 18-24m | 2-3y | 4-5y | 6-7y | 8-9y | 10-11y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| To fit chest (cm) | 43 | 45.5 | 48 | 53 | 56 | 61 | 65.5 | 69 | 73.5 |
| To fit chest (in) | 17 | 18 | 18.75 | 20.75 | 22 | 24 | 25.75 | 27 | 28.75 |
| Actual chest (cm) | 48 | 52 | 59 | 62 | 65.5 | 69 | 76 | 80 | 85.5 |
| Actual chest (in) | 19 | 20.5 | 23.25 | 24.5 | 25.75 | 27.25 | 30 | 31.5 | 33.5 |
| Finished length (cm) | 27 | 29 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 37 | 48 | 52 | 56 |
| Finished length (in) | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.25 | 13.25 | 14.5 | 19 | 20.5 | 22 |
| Sleeve length (cm) | 16 | 18 | 26 | 30 | 32 | 36 | 36 | 39 | 40 |
| Sleeve length (in) | 6.5 | 7 | 10.25 | 12 | 12.5 | 14.25 | 14.25 | 15.25 | 15.75 |
Knitting for a little one you can't measure? My size guide has charts of average measurements by age, so you can get the fit just right.
What you'll receive
Your pattern is an instant PDF download, ready to save or print as soon as your purchase is complete.
- Written instructions for all 9 sizes
- Spike and tail instructions worked both in the round and flat on two needles
- Schematic with full finished measurements
- Blocking tip for shaping the hood
A brilliant choice for a birthday, Christmas, or any occasion that calls for something a small person will wear until it falls apart.
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Although I’ve knitted in in chunky I’ve still used the pattern for the spikes it’s looks great, lots of orders ! Thank you
Adorable pattern and easy to follow
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I knitted this for my grandson and it turned out great! I'm a very middle of the road knitter and found the instructions helpful and very clear.
Great pattern easy to follow and super cute cardigan suitable for intermediate knitters
Great for dinosaur loving grandson
Recommend it highly! I can’t wait to knit this for my grandson!
Knitted this for my grandson. Looks lovely.
Can’t wait to start this for my new grandson
Knits up so quickly it looks great when finished
Can’t wait to knit this pattern
Beautiful pattern, purchased as a gift to announce my pregnancy to my mother in law! She loved it!
Half way through. I will send a picture when finished.
I enjoyed doing this pattern
As a novice for knitting garments or anything that isn't a rectangle, it would have helped to have examples of construction. I can't make sense of the hood instructions. A visual example of what is happening would've been great.
Haven’t knitted it up yet but I love the pattern
This is a great knitting pattern, clear and easy to follow. The cardigan looks fantastic and my dinosaur-obsessed nephew loves it!
Cute pattern! Easy to follow.
Great response time and pattern was easy to follow will buy from site again
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Lovey, well written pattern. Easily downloaded. Looking forward to using it.
Looks really nice. Easy to knit
Lovely pattern. My grandson will love this
Can't wait to do this for my nephew he is mad on dinosaurs 💓
Love this pattern. Well written, easy to follow directions. Looking forward to making this for my grandkids.
i accidentally bought this as i thought it was a crochet pattern however i learnt quickly to knit and this pattern so far has been easy and simple to read
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