SHAWL-COLLAR CARDIGAN

Knit Simple Magazine Winter 2013 #22

Design by Mari Lynn Patrick

A bold hue and a textured pattern stitch (simple to do in knits and purls) embolden the classic cardigan. Relaxed and roomy, it’s equal parts Mr. Rogers and hipster cool.

Difficulty level
Experienced

MATERIALS
Vintage Chunky by Berroco 3½oz/100g hanks, each approx 130yd/120m (acrylic/wool/nylon)
• 11 (12, 13, 15) hanks in #6175 fennel
• One pair each sizes 8 and 10 (5 and 6mm) needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
• One size 8 (5mm) circular needle, 24″/60cm long
• Six ⁷⁄8“/22mm buttons in #2907 by La Mode
• Stitch holders
• Stitch markers

SIZES
Sized for Man’s Small, Medium, Large, X-Large. Shown in size Large.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
• Chest (closed) 40 (43, 46½, 50)”/101.5 (109, 118, 127)cm
• Length 28½ (29, 30, 30½)”/72.5 (73.5, 76, 77.5)cm
• Upper arm 14 (15¾, 17½, 19)”/35.5 (40, 44.5, 48)cm

GAUGE
15 sts and 24 rows to 4″/10cm over pyramid pat st using larger needles.

Delivery Method: Downloadable as an Electronic PDF