me Cardi
a top down seamless raglan style cardigan just for you.
an adult version of wee cardi. **try on for size** to adjust, as necessary.
Yarn bundle for this project can be purchased right here.
sizing: xxs (xs, s, m, l, xl)
Finished Bust: 30 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48)”
gauge: 18 sts and 24 rows over 4 inches using larger needle
yarn: 9 (11, 12, 13, 14, 15) weepaca by Big Bad Wool [50% fine washable merino / 50% baby alpaca; 95 yds / 86m]
tools: size 7 (4.5 mm) and size 8 (5 mm) 32” or longer circular needle, a set of DPN’s or a 12” sleeve needle or a 16” circular needle, stitch holders, stitch markers
notions: 2 – 5/8 to 7/8-inch buttons for pattern as written. Shown with 5 buttons.
note: Many knitters have a different tension when knitting in the round versus back and forth. You may need to size up your needle when working sleeves if you tend to knit more tightly in the round.
Skills Recommended: cable cast on, M1 increases, top-down raglan experience preferred, working in the round with DPN's, buttonholes using a double yo, picking up stitches for button band. Adjust the styling of this garment as desired, for example by adding extra buttonholes, or adjusting the sleeve or body length.
Become familiar with the abbreviations used in this pattern before you begin.
This item is a digital download - PDF.