These free crochet baby girl cardigan patterns bring together cute clothing ideas for babies and toddlers, with sweet cardigans and jackets from newborn sizes through to little toddler styles.
There is a lovely mix here, including a chunky bunny coat, colorful and cable sweaters, vintage bobble texture, a one-piece cardigan, a wrap design, chevrons, shell edging and lighter summer styles. You’ll also find buttoned cardigans, short sleeves and several patterns with simple shaping.
Every pattern comes from a real crochet designer and has a free version you can use online. Use the filters to narrow the collection by skill level, yarn weight or baby size, then choose the cardigan style that suits the little girl you are making it for.
13 Free crochet baby girl cardigan patterns
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Bunny Coat Free Crochet Baby Cardigan Pattern
This chunky bunny coat is such a sweet option for a baby girl, with a hood, floppy ears, tail and simple waist shaping. The free crochet pattern is easy, worked mostly in one piece, and includes seven baby sizes from newborn to 24 months.
Colorful Eloise Baby Sweater Free Crochet Pattern
Bright contrast rows give this baby cardigan plenty of personality, especially against the darker main color. This free crochet pattern uses worsted yarn and an unusual sideways skirt construction, with five sizes covering babies from around six months through to three years.
Cable Baby Girl Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
Crochet cables make this little baby girl cardigan feel much more detailed than a basic sweater, without needing loads of different stitches. The free crochet pattern uses sport yarn, is aimed at intermediate makers, and includes newborn and 3–6 month sizes.
Victorian Rose Baby Sweater Free Crochet Pattern
Soft bobble texture gives this baby sweater its vintage feel, with matching hat instructions included if you want to make the full set. The free crochet pattern uses worsted yarn, is intermediate level, and covers baby sizes from around six to 24 months.
Crisscross Matinee Coat Free Crochet Pattern
The crossed-stitch texture on this little matinee coat is simple but really effective, especially with the contrasting yoke and button band. This free crochet baby cardigan pattern uses DK yarn, is worked in one piece from the yoke, and fits 3–6 months.
One Piece Baby Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
This is a lovely one-piece baby cardigan when you want to keep sewing to an absolute minimum. The free crochet pattern uses a textured V-stitch design, works up quickly, and comes in four baby girl sizes from 0–3 through to 9–12 months.
Wrap Style Baby Sweater Free Crochet Pattern
A wrap front makes this baby sweater easy to fasten without pulling anything over a delicate little head. The free crochet pattern uses DK yarn, works the back and both fronts in one piece, and is designed for a baby around 12 months.
Chevron Spring Baby Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
Short sleeves and bold chevron stripes give this baby girl cardigan a light spring feel without making it too fussy. The free easy crochet pattern uses worsted yarn, is written for a 24-month toddler size, and includes notes for making longer sleeves.
Summer Baby Sweater Set Free Crochet Pattern
This delicate summer sweater set includes both a baby cardigan and matching hat, with airy trellis-style openwork around the lower sections. The free crochet pattern uses sport yarn, is worked from the neck down, and is sized for babies around 0–3 months.
Stripes Bubbles Baby Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
Stripes, shells and raised bubble stitches make this baby girl cardigan a really fun little project, with a flower applique adding the final detail. The free crochet pattern uses worsted yarn, is worked top down, and fits babies around 0–3 months.
Evelyn Baby Girl Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
The Evelyn cardigan has a lovely textured fabric without looking overly fussy, making it easy to dress up or keep casual. This free easy crochet baby girl cardigan pattern uses DK yarn and includes one baby size online, with larger sizes available separately.
Shell Edge Baby Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
Shell edging gives this baby cardigan a soft, lacy finish around the body and sleeves while keeping the main shape simple. The free beginner crochet pattern uses DK yarn, is worked top down, and is written for babies around 18–24 months.
Vintage Swing Baby Cardigan Free Crochet Pattern
That gently flared swing shape gives this baby cardigan a slightly more vintage look than a standard straight sweater. The free crochet pattern uses DK yarn, is designed as a loose-fitting jacket for layering, and includes newborn and 0–3 month sizes.
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Reset FiltersCrochet Baby Girl Cardigan Pattern FAQs
Are these crochet baby girl cardigan patterns free?
Yes. All 13 designs have a free crochet pattern available online. Some designers also sell optional printable PDFs or extra sizes, but the linked free version gives you usable instructions without needing to buy the paid copy.
What sizes are included in these baby girl cardigans?
The collection starts with newborn and early baby sizes and includes patterns for older babies and toddlers too. Some designs offer several sizes, while others have one free size, so check the size columns before choosing a cardigan.
Which yarn weights are used for these cardigans?
You’ll find Sport (2), DK (3), Worsted (4) and Bulky (5) yarn across these crochet baby girl cardigan patterns. The yarn column uses verified designer or Ravelry information, so you can quickly narrow the collection to suit the yarn you have.
Are there easy baby girl cardigan patterns for beginners?
Yes. Several designs are rated easy or beginner-friendly, while others are intermediate and include details such as cables or more involved shaping. Use the skill filter to find a free crochet cardigan pattern that matches your experience.
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Published: November 10, 2025 | Last Updated: September 24, 2026
