women's cardigan 93 - julianna

THE GO-TO CARDIGAN

DESIGN DETAILS
- The go-to cardigan
- Comfy loose fit that shapes itself beautifully on all shapes and sizes with a flattering vertical 3 x 3 rib
- The sweater can be made either in regular length or an almost cropped version
- Round neck
- Classic raglan sleeves
- Sleeve length is slightly exaggerated
- Zipper closure

PATTERN DETAILS - the easy to follow pattern includes:
- Schematic for each piece
- A helpful tracking sheet
- Diagrams and full explanations for techniques including links to videos
- A link for substitute yarn

TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN
Links to videos for selected techniques are included
- cast-on
- bind-off
- Reverse Stockinette stitch
- Decreasing
- Increasing
- Garter stitch for neck band
- Sewing in a zipper

Regardless of body measurements, everyone prefers a different finished look. It is helpful to use the “measurements of the finished garment” to decide which size to make. The following measurements refer to this specific garment only. It can help you find the best look for you.

YARN USED FOR SAMPLE Brown Sheep Company—Cotton Fine 80% Pima Cotton—20% Merino Wool 1.75 ounces-(50 grams)         222 yards-(203 meters) each pull skein 6(7—7—8—9) pull skeins for classic cardigan 5(6—6—7—7) pull skeins for cropped cardigan For your cardigan to be the correct size, it is not the brand of yarn that matters, but the GAUGE that is important. It is best to refer to the yardage to determine how many skeins or balls to purchase. FOR A SUBSTITUTE YARN CLICK HERE SUGGESTED NEEDLE SIZES - size 5-(3.75 mm) needles or size needles to obtain the correct gauge - size 3-(3.25 mm) needles (for neck only) - size F-(3.75 mm) crochet hook NOTIONS - gauge ruler - tracking sheet-included in pattern - tapestry needle - separating zipper to fit—see zipper information- included in pattern - sewing thread to match yarn GAUGE - 28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches-(10 cm) in 3x3 ribbing on size 5-(3.75 mm) needles blocked and slightly stretched