Pattern Cardigan All Seasons

Discover the “Cardigan All Seasons” – a knitting marvel designed for versatility and style. This pattern caters to a wide range of sizes, from 42-44 (S) to 54-56 (XL), ensuring a perfect fit for everyone. Crafted with precision, it requires 4 mm (US 6) circular needles and 4 mm (US 6) double-pointed needles, promising an engaging knitting experience. Ideal for knitters looking to create a statement piece that’s both cozy and chic. Embrace the seasons in comfort and style with this exquisite cardigan pattern.

Sizes

• 42-44 (chest circumference 82-89 cm)
• 46-48 (chest circumference 90-97 cm)
• 50-52 (chest circumference 98-107 cm)
• 54-56 (chest circumference 108-114 cm)

Materials and Tools

• Needles: 4 mm circular needles, 4 mm double-pointed needles
• Markers
• Needle
• Measuring tape
• Waste yarn or extra cable
• Row counter
• Yarn options:
  • BC Garn Northern Lights (80% Organic Wool, 20% Silk; 100 g/200m). Yarn required: 5 skeins for sizes 42-44/46-48, 6 skeins for 50-52, 7 skeins for 54-56.
  • Jody Long Alpamayo (50% organic cotton, 50% baby alpaca; 100 g/175m). Yarn required: 5 skeins for 42-44/46-48, 6 skeins for 50-52, 7 skeins for 54-56.
  • Katia Concept Pluma (85% Cotton, 15% Polyamide; 50 g/150 m). Yarn required: 6/7 skeins for 42-44/46-48, 8 skeins for 50-52, 9 skeins for 54-56.

Gauge

Gauge: 17 stitches and 27 rows in stockinette stitch in a 10 x 10 cm square.

Finished Garment Measurements

• 42-44: Width 53 cm, Length 27 cm, Neckline length 20 cm, Front armhole length 20 cm, Sleeve width 22 cm, Sleeve length 60 cm
• 46-48: Width 56 cm, Length 29 cm, Neckline length 20 cm, Front armhole length 21 cm, Sleeve width 22.5 cm, Sleeve length 60 cm
• 50-52: Width 58 cm, Length 31 cm, Neckline length 21 cm, Front armhole length 22 cm, Sleeve width 22.5 cm, Sleeve length 61 cm
• 54-56: Width 60 cm, Length 32 cm, Neckline length 22 cm, Front armhole length 22.5 cm, Sleeve width 23 cm, Sleeve length 62 cm

Work Stages

1. Preparation of the button band (consists of two parts). Picking up stitches for the back along the side edge of the band.

2. Determining the turning points for short row knitting, knitting the yoke with simultaneous increases along the raglan lines.

3. Knitting to the undercuts while forming a V-neck. Separating the sleeves from the body of the cardigan.

4. Knitting the cardigan to the required length with simultaneous knitting of buttonholes.

5. Sleeves.

6. Blocking and buttons.

Knitting Notes

An oversized, cropped cardigan with an integral button band, knitted top-down in raglan shaping with turning rows. The yoke is shaped over the shoulders with short rows without cutting the yarn.

Used patterns: 1×1 ribbing (for the button band, bottom of the garment, and cuffs) and stockinette stitch (with turning rows).

Increases along the raglan lines are made from yarn overs by knitting them as twisted knit stitches. Buttonhole stitches are created without cutting the yarn on the right side of the band.

Washing and Buttons

Before washing, it is recommended to secure the front edges with thread (temporary stitches); do not attach buttons yet. Gently wash your garment in cold water with a special detergent, such as Hollywool solid or liquid soap. Rinse well, lightly squeeze out in a towel. Lay flat on a horizontal surface, straighten, and measure the garment with a tape measure. After drying, sew on the buttons.

Technical Details

Gauge: 17 sts and 36 rows = 10 x 10 cm

Needles: 4 mm (US 6) circular needles and 4 mm (US 6) double-pointed needles

Yarn Composition: 100% Merino Wool

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