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Finished Measurements:

64 (65¾, 70¼, 73¾)" [162.5 (167, 178.5, 187.5) cm] bust circumference / Sample shown in size 64" [167 cm] on a 34" [86.5 cm], 5'6" [167.5 cm] tall model (30" [76 cm] positive ease) / Suggested ease: positive 12–30" [30.5–76 cm]

Yarn:

kestrel / 10 (11, 12, 13) skeins Aegean 511

Needles:

40" circular needle in size US 8 [5 mm] / set dpns in size US 8 [5 mm]

Gauge:

18 sts and 26 rows = 4" [10 cm] in garter stitch, after blocking.

Construction:

Cardigan is knitted from the bottom up. The two fronts and the back are worked separately, then joined together and separated again at armholes. Fronts and back only joined at shoulders as sides of the body are completely open. Shoulders and back neckline are shaped with short rows, and fronts and back are joined with a three-needle bind off with the seam on the back. Stitches are picked up around armholes for sleeves and worked in the round.

Skills Required:

Long-tail cast on, wrap and turn short rows, 3-needle bind off, picking up stitches (links provided); increasing, decreasing, working in the round.

This pattern or collection is available as a pdf. Upon purchase, you will receive an email with a link for downloading the pdf. You can also access your pdfs from your account page.

aïcha

Elizabeth Brassard

$ 7.50
Watch as our organic linen Kestrel soars to new heights in this light and summery cardigan. Featuring sweet and simple garter stitch, playful mesh panels, and a split hem, this unique design has something to offer every knitter. A boxy silhouette pairs perfectly with Kestrel’s drape, for a look that’s lighthearted, easy to wear, and a joy to knit!
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Finished Measurements:

64 (65¾, 70¼, 73¾)" [162.5 (167, 178.5, 187.5) cm] bust circumference / Sample shown in size 64" [167 cm] on a 34" [86.5 cm], 5'6" [167.5 cm] tall model (30" [76 cm] positive ease) / Suggested ease: positive 12–30" [30.5–76 cm]

Yarn:

kestrel / 10 (11, 12, 13) skeins Aegean 511

Needles:

40" circular needle in size US 8 [5 mm] / set dpns in size US 8 [5 mm]

Gauge:

18 sts and 26 rows = 4" [10 cm] in garter stitch, after blocking.

Construction:

Cardigan is knitted from the bottom up. The two fronts and the back are worked separately, then joined together and separated again at armholes. Fronts and back only joined at shoulders as sides of the body are completely open. Shoulders and back neckline are shaped with short rows, and fronts and back are joined with a three-needle bind off with the seam on the back. Stitches are picked up around armholes for sleeves and worked in the round.

Skills Required:

Long-tail cast on, wrap and turn short rows, 3-needle bind off, picking up stitches (links provided); increasing, decreasing, working in the round.

This pattern or collection is available as a pdf. Upon purchase, you will receive an email with a link for downloading the pdf. You can also access your pdfs from your account page.