Greyson Baby Cardigan

The **Greyson Baby Cardigan** is a top-down, seamless **crochet baby cardigan** featuring a charming **chevron stitch** texture worked in one piece from the yoke down. Coming in three infant sizes and designed to be fully unisex, it is a satisfying quick make that works beautifully as a standalone gift or paired with the Greyson Baby Blanket. Construction and technique -------------------------- • Worked **top-down, in one piece** with seamless construction • **Chevron stitch** body texture • **Single-breasted button band** along one front flap; the band placement can be mirrored to either side, making the cardigan fully unisex from the start • Optional long sleeves with **positive ease** for comfortable layering over a onesie or bodysuit Materials --------- • **DK weight yarn**, 350-500 yards depending on size (sample uses Lion Brand Modern Baby or any DK at 11 WPI) • **5.5 mm (US I-9) crochet hook** • Gauge: 13 dc x 10 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in double crochet • Notions: buttons, tapestry needle, stitch markers Sizing ------ • Three sizes: **0-3 months**, **3-6 months** (sample shown), **6-12 months** • Positive ease built in for comfortable layering • Yardage: 350 yards for the smallest size, up to 500 yards for the largest This cardigan pairs naturally with the [**Greyson Baby Blanket**](https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/greyson-baby-blanket) as a complete handmade welcome set, and the reversible button band means it suits any new baby. Solid, semi-solid, and self-striping DK yarns all show the chevron texture beautifully, making this a great stash-friendly choice for a baby shower gift.