Short Description: This lightweight, drop shoulder cardigan in three sizes (S-M/L-2X/3X-5X) with an oversized fit is so soft, comfy, and versatile that it can be worn indoors or out, alone over loungewear or layered over jeans and boots. The fit works well for women and men alike; an allover knit/purl texture and cabled details lend visual substance to an
otherwise airy fabric with flattering drape. Constructed from flat knit, portable pieces in easy to learn patterns, this addictive knit is an engaging deep winter or summer vacation project.
Gauge:
- 23 sts and 34 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette stitch on gauge needle (unblocked)
- 25 sts and 36 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in pattern stitch on gauge needle (washed and dried flat)
Finished Measurements: 45.25(54.5, 64.25) inches / 115(138.5, 163) cm in circumference around chest (buttoned) to fit with 6 to 12 inches of ease
Materials Used: Bare Naked Wools Stone Soup Fingering, Better Breakfast Fingering, Ghillie Sock, Hempshaugh Fingering, or Ginny Sport
Needle Size:
- size 5US (3.75 mm) for or size to obtain correct gauge
- size 3US (3.25 mm) for ribbed trims (or .5 mm smaller than gauge needle)
- size 2US (2.75 mm) for rolled hems (or 1 mm smaller than gauge needle)
- cable needle that is several sizes smaller than gauge needle
Pattern Includes: Written and Charted instructions
Skill Level: Intermediary/Average
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