Raglan Baby Sweater & Hat Set Knitting Pattern (K3082)
Naturally K3082 - Opal Wirbelwind 4ply
A classic raglan baby sweater and matching hat set designed to showcase the striking colour movement of Opal Wirbelwind 4ply yarn. This timeless design features traditional raglan shaping, ribbed trims, and a practical buttoned shoulder opening for easy dressing.
Designed for newborn to 18 months, this coordinated set is ideal for gifting and everyday wear. Construction Overview
Sweater
• Worked flat in separate pieces
• Ribbed hem and cuffs
• Stocking stitch body
• Raglan armhole shaping
• Shaped neckline
• Ribbed neckband
• Buttoned raglan opening at shoulder
• Seamed construction
Hat
• Worked flat
• Ribbed brim
• Stocking stitch body
• Crown shaping with staged decreases
• Seamed Sizes
Newborn (3 months) 6–9 months (12–18 months) Designed to Fit Chest
36 (41) 46 (51) cm
14 (16) 18 (20) inches Finished Measurements (Sweater) Size NB 3 mths 6–9 mths 12–18 mths Finished chest (cm) 41 46 51 56 Length to shoulder (cm) 23 25 27 29 Sleeve length to underarm (cm) 13.5 15 17 19
Designed with approximately 5 cm of positive ease. Hat Finished Measurements
Approximate head circumference:
33 (approx. 3 mths: 35–36) 38 (42) cm
13 (approx. 14) 15 (16½) inches Yarn Requirements
OPAL Wirbelwind 4ply
100 g balls - 425m Size NB 3 mths 6–9 mths 12–18 mths Balls required 1 1 2 2 Approx. meterage (m) 425m 425m 850m 850m
Needles & Notions
• 2.75 mm needles (US 2)
• 3.25 mm needles (US 3)
• Stitch holder
• 3 buttons
• Tapestry needle
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Gauge
28 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Stocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles
Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing. Design Features
• Traditional raglan shaping
• Easy shoulder button opening
• Lightweight 4ply fabric
• Beautiful colour variation from self-striping yarn
• Matching hat included Skill Level
★ ★ ☆
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable with raglan decreases and garment assembly. Why You’ll Love This Pattern
• Classic baby raglan silhouette
• Easy-dress shoulder opening
• Coordinated sweater and hat
• Ideal newborn gift knit
• Works beautifully in self-striping yarn