Knitting pattern for cardigan
This pattern is in English
Difficulty: 4 of 5
(see explanation of difficulty here)
This pattern is digital and will be sent as a pdf-file to your e-mail.
About the design
g e n e r o u s cardigan light is a design built on a carefully developed construction with a keen eye for detail. This results in a crafted construction that has an excellent fit.
The construction is unique and voluminous, showcased in the generous balloon sleeves that taper down to a narrow, smooth-knit finish. The distinctive sleeve construction also ensures you won't feel like you're endlessly knitting long sleeves.
The design combines lightness and elegance, catering to your needs for comfort, a great fit, and style. Immerse yourself in the joy of knitting with this unique knitting experience, providing you with a cardigan suitable for year-round use.
g e n e r o u s cardigan light is worked top-down. The button band is knitted last, and then the buttons are attached.
Size
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL)
The sizes correspond to the following bust circumference:
80-85 (85-90) 90-95 (95-100) 100-110 (110-120) cm //
[31½-33½ (33½-35½) 35½-37½ (37½-39½) 39½-43½ (43½-47¼) in]
Bust circumference (including positive ease):
100 (105) 110 (115) 120 (125) cm //
[39½ (41½) 43½ (45½) 47¼ (49¼) in]
Length (measured under the neckline and down the center back):
54 (54) 54 (55) 55 (56) cm //
[21½ (21½) 21½ (21¾) 21¾ (22¼) in]
Fit
The cardigan is recommended to have the following positive ease:
XS (S) M (L): 15-25 cm [6-10 in]
XL (2XL): 5-10 cm [2-4 in]
Recommended needles
Circular needle 4.5 mm [US 7] 80-100 cm [31½-39½ in]
Circular needle 4 mm [US 6] 80-100 cm [31½-39½ in]
Circular needle 4 mm [US 6] 40 cm [15¾ in] or one double-pointed needle 4 mm [US 6]
Gauge
20 sts x 28 rows on 4.5 mm [US 7] needle = 10 cm x 10 cm [4 x 4 in] in stockinette st
20 sts x 28 rows on 4 mm [US 6] needle = 10 cm x 10 cm [4 x 4 in] in double knitting
Yarn suggestion
300-350 (350) 350 (350-400) 400-450 (450) g 2-ply Kid Mohair from Mohair by Canard (65% Kid Mohair, 35% Merino) 50 g / 175 m
Together with
125-150 (150) 150 (150-175) 175 (175-200) g Brushed Lace from Mohair by Canard (72% Kid Mohair, 28% Mulberry Silk) 25 g / 210 m
Alternatively, it can also be knitted with 1 strand of Jensen from Isager:
500 (500) 500 (500-550) 600 (650-700) g Jensen from Isager (100% pure new wool) 100 g / 250 m (knitted in 1 strand Jensen)
Videos
In the pattern you will find links to videos (In Danish).
Always remember to follow the number of stitches indicated for the size you knit, regardless of the number of stitches shown in the video.
