Make a sweet DK-weight baby set featuring a raglan-sleeve cardigan and matching bloomer. This pattern gives you two hem finishes (picot or 1/1 ribbing) and clear charts for textured stitches. Designed to be versatile and unisex, it works beautifully in spring or colder months depending on your yarn choice. Follow the detailed sizing, charts, and finishing notes to create a cozy handmade outfit for a little one.
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— Bloomer :
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Using B needles, CO 84, 92, 100, 108 (114, 118, 124) sts using the long tail cast on method. Join in the round being careful not to twist the CO row and PBORM.
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Technique: Long-tail cast-on : you can watch this video tutorial
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Work 2cm / 0.8" in stockinette st, then p one row. Switch to A needles and work 3cm/1.2" in stockinette st (measurement taken from the p row).
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Shaping the back part
R1 (RS) :
k 42, 46, 50, 54 (57, 59, 62), PM, k until 1, 1, 1, 1, 1 (1, 2, 2) sts from BORM, turn your work and perform a GSR.
R2 (WS) :
p until 1, 1, 1, 1 (1, 2, 2) sts from M, turn your work and perform a GSR.
R3 (RS) :
k until 3, 3, 4, 4 (3, 3, 3) sts from the previous GSR, turn your work and perform a GSR.
R4 (WS) :
p until 3, 3, 4, 4 (3, 3, 3) sts from the previous GSR, turn your work and perform a GSR.
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Work R3 & R4 a total of 3, 3, 3, 3 (4, 4, 4) times.
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Resume working in stockinette st in the round, working the double legged sts as regular ones, until the piece is 9, 9, 11, 11 (13, 15, 15) cm / 3.5, 3.5, 4.5, 4.5 (5, 6, 6) " long from the p row. The measurement is taken on the front of the thighs (no short rows).
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Front/back separation :
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RBORM, BO 8, 9, 10, 10 (11, 11, 12) sts, k 26, 28, 30, 34 (35, 37, 38), BO 8, 9, 10, 10 (11, 11, 12) sts, RM. Put the front sts on hold.
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You are now working the back part flat :
R1 (RS) :
BO 2 sts, k until EOR.
R2 (WS) :
BO 2 sts, p until EOR.
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Work R1 & R2 a total of 8, 7, 8, 10 (9, 11, 10) times.
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Sizes - , 3m, 6m, - (12m, -, 24m) only :
R3 (RS) :
BO 3 sts, k until EOR.
R4 (WS) :
BO 3 sts, p until EOR.
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You now have 10, 12, 12, 14 (15, 15, 16) sts left on the needles. Put the sts on hold and cut the yarn.
— Bloomer : Front
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Put back on the needles the sts from the front part and work as follows to shape the inner thighs portion.
R1 (RS) :
BO 2 sts, k until EOR.
R2 (WS) :
BO 2 sts, p until EOR.
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Work R1 & R2 a total of 4, 4, 3, 5 (5, 4, 4) fois.
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Sizes - , -, 6m, - (18m, 24m) only :
R3 (RS) :
BO 3 sts, k until EOR.
R4 (WS) :
BO 3 sts, p until EOR.
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You now have 10, 12, 12, 14 (15, 15, 16) sts left on the needles. Work 8, 8, 8, 10, 10 (11, 12, 12) rows in stockinette st.
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Turn your work inside out, put back on the needles the back sts and perform a 3 needle BO to join the back to the front.
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Thighs finish: Using B needles, pick up 40, 40, 46, 50 (52, 56, 56) sts on the thigh opening. PBORM and join in the round.
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Picot edging option : Work 5 rows in stockinette st. Picot row : *k2tog, yo, repeat from * until BORM.
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Switch to C needles and work 5 more rows in stockinette st. Loosely BO the sts and sew the edge onto the pick up line using an elastic technique, on the WS of the bloomer.
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Ribbing option : Work 5 rows in 1/1 ribbing, then loosely BO the sts.
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Work the second thigh the exact same way, then move on to the "Finishing" section.
— Finishing :
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Fold the waistband WS together and sew it. Be mindful to leave an opening at the back to insert the elastic band. Sew the ends of the elastic band together, making sure it's not twisted. Close the opening with a seam.
— Cardigan :
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Using B needles, CO 74, 78, 78, 80 (92, 86, 90) sts using the long tail cast on method. Do not join in the round.
R1 (WS) :
*p1, k1, repeat from * until EOR.
R2 (RS) :
*p1, k1, repeat from * until EOR. Work R1 once more.
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Buttonhole row (RS) : 1/1 ribbing until 6 sts from EOR, p1, k1, yo, k2tog, p1, k1.
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Work R1 & R2 once more.
— Raglan :
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Switch to A needles. You are now going to place markers on the raglan lines, then you'll work increases while creating the buttonholes. The textured st placement is detailed using charts for each size (pages 3 to 9).
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Setup row (WS) : 6 sts in 1/1 ribbing, PM, p 7, 8, 8, 9 (10, 9, 10), PM, p1, PM, p 12, 12, 12, 12 (16, 14, 14), PM, p1, PM, p 20, 22, 22, 22 (24, 24, 26), PM, p1, PM, p 12, 12, 12, 12 (16, 14, 14), PM, p1, PM, p 7, 8, 8, 9 (10, 9, 10), PM, 6 sts in 1/1 ribbing.
R3 (RS) :
1/1 ribbing until M, SM, follow the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, k1, SM, *M1L, k until M, M1R, SM, k1, SM, repeat from * a total of 3 times, follow backward the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR. (+8 sts)
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R4 (WS) : 1/1 ribbing until M, SM, follow backward the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, p until the penultimate M, SM, follow the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR.
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Work R3 & R4 a total of 10, 11, 12, 13 (13, 14, 15) times, while working a buttonhole row every 5cm / 2" as follows :
Buttonhole row (WS) :
SM, follow the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, k1, SM, *M1L, k until M, M1R, SM, k1, SM, repeat from * a total of 3 times, follow backward the chart for the size you're knitting, SM, p1, k1, yo, k2tog, p1, k1. (+8 sts)
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You now have : Half front : 17, 19, 20, 22 (23, 23, 25) sts Back : 40, 44, 46, 48 (50, 52, 56) sts Sleeve : 32, 34, 36, 38 (42, 42, 44) sts +4 raglan sts + 6 sts per buttonband
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Work 0, 2, 2, 2 (4, 2, 4) rows without increasing, while continuing forming the textured st as per the chart.
— Body :
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Separation row (RS) : 1/1 ribbing until M, SM, work the left front as established, RM, k1, RM, put the sleeve sts on hold, CO 4 sts, RM, k1, RM, k until M, RM, k1, RM, put the sleeve sts on hold, CO 4 sts, RM, k1, RM, work the right front as established, SM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR.
R0 (WS) :
1/1 ribbing until M, SM, work 20, 20, 20, 26 (26, 26, 26) sts as per row 4, 2, 4, 6 (2, 2, 6) of the common chart, PM, p until 20, 20, 20, 26 (26, 26, 26) sts from M, PM, work as per row 4, 2, 4, 6 (2, 2, 6) of the common chart, SM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR.
R1 (RS) :
1/1 ribbing until M, SM, common chart until M, SM, k until M, SM, common chart backward until M, SM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR.
R2 (WS) :
1/1 ribbing until M, GM, common chart backward until M, SM, p until M, SM, common chart until M, GM, 1/1 ribbing until EOR.
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Continue working R1 & R2 until the body is 13, 13, 14, 15 (15, 15, 16) cm / 5, 5, 5.5, 6 (6, 6, 6.5) " long from the underarm, or 2cm / 0.8" shorter than the desired length. End on a R2.
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Switch to B needles and work 5 rows in 1/1 ribbing. Then loosely BO the sts.
— Sleeves :
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Put back on the needles the 32, 34, 36, 38 (42, 42, 44) sts from one sleeve onto A needles.
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Starting at the centre of the underarm, pick up 2 sts, k the sleeve sts, then pick up another 2 sts at the underarm and PBORM. You now have a total of 36, 38, 40, 42 (46, 46, 48) sts.
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Work in stockinette st until the sleeve is 2, 2, 2, 2 (2, 2, 3) cm / 0.8, 0.8, 0.8, 0.8 (0.8, 0.8, 1.2) " long from the underarm.
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k1, k2tog, k until 3 sts from BORM, SSK, k1.
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Work DR every 2.5, 2, 2.5, 2 (2, 2.5, 2.5) cm / 1, 0.8, 1, 0.8 (0.8, 1, 1) " for a total of 4, 5, 5, 6 (7, 6, 6) times. You now have 28, 28, 30, 30 (32, 34, 36) sts on the needles.
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Continue working in stockinette st until the sleeve is 13, 14, 16, 17 (18, 19, 20) cm / 5, 5.5, 6.5, 6.5 (7, 7.5, 8) " long from the underarm, or 2cm / 0.8" shorter than the desired length.
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Picot edging option : Switch to B needles. Work 5 rows in stockinette st. Picot row : *k2tog, yo, repeat from * until BORM. Switch to C needles and work 5 more rows in stockinette st. Loosely BO the sts and sew the edge onto the pick up line using an elastic technique, on the WS of the sleeve.
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Ribbing option : Work 5 rows in 1/1 ribbing, then loosely BO the sts.
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Work the second sleeve the exact same way.
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Finishing: You've now got some finished objects! Don't forget to weave in the ends, block your pieces to the finished measurements, sew the buttons on and proudly wear them.
— Cardigan - Charts :
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Chart reading how-to: For the left front : the chart is read from the bottom up, from right to left for the odd rows (RS), and left to right for the even rows (WS). For the right front : the chart is read from the bottom up, from left to right for the odd rows (RS), and right to left for the even rows (WS). Be mindful to read the M1R as M1L for this part.
Assembly Instructions
- Fold the bloomer waistband WS together and sew it, leaving an opening at the back to insert the elastic band; thread and secure the elastic, then close the opening with a seam.
- Join the back and front of the bloomer using a 3-needle BO after arranging pieces inside out as instructed to create a neat crotch seam.
- Pick up and finish the thigh openings and sleeves with either the picot edging or 1/1 ribbing; sew the loose BO edge onto the pick-up line using an elastic technique on the WS.
- Sew buttons to the buttonband aligned with the buttonholes worked every 5 cm / 2"; block pieces to measurements before final sewing and weave in all ends.
Important Notes
- 💡Place stitch markers to define raglan lines and pattern sections so increases and chart repeats stay aligned.
- 💡Block your swatch and finished pieces to ensure accurate gauge and proper stitch definition for the textured motif.
- 💡Leave an opening in the waistband seam to insert elastic and check the elastic length before closing the seam.
- 💡Weave in ends on the wrong side of the work and sew seams with the pieces pinned in place to guarantee symmetry.
This Gaufrette (mini) set is a delightful and timeless baby outfit that combines texture, comfort, and classic construction. It is perfect for gifting or making matching family outfits, and it offers two finishing choices so you can customise the look. Knit with love, blocked to shape, and finished with tiny buttons, this set will become a cherished little wardrobe staple. 🧶🧵
What size will the finished pieces be?
The pattern includes finished measurements for Newborn, 3m, 6m, 9m, 12m, 18m and 24m; check the 'Final measurements' table to choose the correct size.
Can I use a different yarn weight?
Yes, but changing yarn weight will alter the finished size and drape; always knit and block a swatch and adjust needle size to match the gauge (22 sts per 30 rows = 10cm).
Do I need circular needles or can I use straight needles?
Circular needles are recommended for small circumferences and ease when working in the round, but you can use DPNs or magic loop techniques if preferred.
How long does it typically take to complete this set?
This project is a multi-day project; most knitters will take around 12-15 hours total, depending on experience and size chosen.
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