Adrian Striped Baby and Kids Pants Knitting Pattern

These Adrian pants are simple striped pants with elastic in the waist, knitted from the top down. Short rows shape the back, so they fit well over a diaper, and the stripe pattern uses two colors of sport-weight wool. The pattern is a knitting pattern, not a crochet pattern, translated from Norwegian into English.

A 4-page knitting pattern for striped top-down pants in five sizes from 6-12 months to 7-8 years.

What's included

• A 4-page PDF knitting pattern in English, with metric sizes first, followed by US needle sizes and inches
• Five sizes: 6-12 months, 18 months-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-6 years and 7-8 years
• Hip circumference for each size, plus the gauge and yardage for each color
• Instructions for the waistband, short rows for the back, the gusset, the legs and the cuffs
• Short row notes, an abbreviations list and photos of the finished pants
• Skill level: Intermediate

Display and gift ideas

Pair the pants with a matching sweater and hat. They make a lovely handmade gift for a baby shower or a birthday.

Who this pattern is for

This pattern suits knitters who know how to knit in the round and work short rows. It uses simple stripes, so it is a good first garment pattern.

Tips for making it

• Check your gauge: 24 stitches make 10 cm (4 inches).
• Choose the size by the hip circumference of the child, not by age alone.
• Cut the elastic to the length listed for your size before you sew it into the waistband.

Why you'll love this pattern

The pants are quick to make, comfortable to wear and easy to match with other baby clothes. The striped look is simple and classic.

For personal use. Please don't share or resell the PDF. No physical item is included.