This knit cardigan pattern is absolutely wonderful! It's beautifully designed, easy to follow, and results in a cozy, stylish cardigan that's perfect for chilly days. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, you'll find joy and satisfaction in bringing this pattern to life.
Cable Knit Cardigan Pattern
The choice of a cable knit design adds that classic, timeless charm, making it a piece you'll treasure for years to come. Truly, it's a pattern that combines simplicity with elegance, ensuring anyone who tries it will end up with a gorgeous, wearable piece of art. Hats off to this fantastic knitting project!
Materials:
- Bulky weight yarn (suggested: wool or wool blend yarn for warmth)
- US 10 (6.0 mm) circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge
- Cable needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
Gauge:
- Ensure to create a gauge swatch before starting. Gauge may be along the lines of 13 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch with US 10 needles.
Instructions:
Back:
- CO a number of stitches that will give you the desired width (back panel width should be about ⅓ of your total bust measurement).
- Work in 2x2 rib (K2, P2) for the ribbed hem for about 2 inches.
- Switch to the main body, utilizing a simple cable stitch pattern of your choice.
- Continue until the back panel reaches the desired length from the hem to the underarms.
Front Panels (Make 2):
- CO a number of stitches for each front panel (each front panel should be about half the width of the back, including any planned button bands).
- Work in 2x2 rib (K2, P2) for about 2 inches.
- Work in the same cable pattern as the back.
- Continue until the front panels match the length of the back panel.
Sleeves (Make 2):
- CO enough stitches for the desired sleeve circumference at the cuff.
- Work in 2x2 rib (K2, P2) for about 2 inches for the cuff.
- Increase evenly as you work up the sleeve to achieve the desired sleeve circumference under the arm.
- Work until sleeve is the desired length to the underarm.
Joining Body:
- Once the desired lengths are achieved, join the front and back panels at the shoulders using a three-needle bind-off or sewing.
- Pick up stitches around the armhole and knit the sleeves directly onto the body, or sew completed sleeves onto the body.
Finishing:
- For the collar, pick up stitches along the neckline edge and knit in 2x2 rib for about 2 inches, or to desired length. Bind off loosely.
- If desired, create button bands by picking up stitches along each vertical edge of the front panels and knit in 2x2 rib for 1-2 inches, adding buttonholes to one side as appropriate.
- Sew any remaining seams.
- Weave in all ends.
Notes:
- Modify the pattern with various lengths and optional waist shaping or pockets according to preferences.
- When making cables, keep in mind to hold the cable needle to the front or back as directed by your chosen cable pattern to achieve left- or right-twisting cables.
- Buttons and other embellishments can be added but are not detailed in the basic pattern instructions.
Remember that this pattern is an interpretation and might not reflect the exact instructions or design of the cardigan mentioned in the video. Always create a swatch to check your gauge and adjust needles accordingly so that your finished garment measurements are correct.
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