A beautiful crochet baby cardigan with bobble stitch combines charm, texture, and warmth—perfect for special occasions or everyday cozy wear. This project is slightly more advanced than basic patterns due to the inclusion of the bobble stitch, which creates a raised, decorative texture across parts of the cardigan such as the yoke, sleeves, or hemline. Worked from the top down in one piece, this cardigan can be made in any color, though soft pastels or cream shades give it a classic baby look.
The cardigan usually begins with a foundation chain for the yoke, increasing at four raglan points to shape the shoulders. After several rows, the sleeves are separated from the body, and you continue working the body section downward. The bobble stitches can be added in rows across the chest or scattered like polka dots for a playful design. The bobble is typically created by working five double crochets into the same stitch without completing them, then pulling through all loops—resulting in a round, puffy “pop” in the fabric.
Once the body and sleeves are complete, the cardigan is finished with a border around the front and neck edges, often using single crochet or shell stitch. Buttonholes can be added during this edging stage, and cute buttons—like flowers or wooden ones—add the final touch. This cardigan makes a lovely handmade gift and is ideal for babies 0–12 months, though the pattern can be easily adjusted for larger sizes. The textured bobble stitch gives it a handcrafted, boutique-quality finish that stands out in any baby wardrobe.
Pattern and tutorial by Sirin’s Crochet