Reading Cardigan

• Product description

  An allover shaker rib gives this sweater its bookish appeal. A boxy shape that’s smart too, this cardigan features subtle fit enhancements from compound raglan curves, hidden short rows at center back neck, and gentle waist darts that keep the boxy fit flattering, not overwhelming.

  The textural design lines of shaker rib spotlight unique shaping details throughout the garment: a deep V-neckline and unique ornamental sleeve shaping that is mirrored on right and left sides. The not-quite-shawl collar is double-thick with an inner facing (worked all-in-one piece with the rest of the sweater) that creates a finish that’s both clean and cozy. Optional button or clasp closures may be added, with invisible buttonholes concealed on the inside of the cardigan facing.

  Worked completely seamlessly from the top down, choose from different length options for both body and sleeves to get a custom proportion that’s just right for you. Try the garment on as you go and make length adjustments as you work to get the perfect fit.

  Designer: Jared Flood

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• Pattern materials

  YARN

  Choose from Brooklyn Tweed worsted weight wool yarn:

  Brooklyn Tweed Tones — 140 yards (128 meters) per 50g skein

  • 11-13 (12-14, 12-15, 13-16) (14-17, 15-18, 16-19) (17-20, 18-21, 19-22, 20-23) skeins

  —OR—

  Brooklyn Tweed Shelter — 140 yards (128 meters) per 50g skein

  • 11-13 (12-14, 12-15, 13-16) (14-17, 15-18, 16-19) (17-20, 18-21, 19-22, 20-23) skeins
  • Photographed in color Snowbound

  —OR—

  Brooklyn Tweed Imbue Worsted — 104 yds (95 meters) per 50g skein

  • 14-17 (15-18, 17-20, 18-21) (19-22, 20-24, 21-25) (23-27, 24-28, 27-31) skeins
  • Photographed in color Cloak

  
  

  In any of these yarns, you may choose to knit from six variations:

  • Semi-Cropped Version, Classic Sleeve
  • Semi-Cropped Version, Tall Sleeve
  • Classic Version, Classic Sleeve
  • Classic Version, Tall Sleeve
  • Tall Version, Classic Sleeve
  • Tall Version, Tall Sleeve

  See Full Pattern Specs for skein counts and yardage for each variation.

  
  

  YARDAGE

  • 1440-1695 (1550-1825, 1680-1980, 1805-2120) (1945-2285, 2030-2395, 2170-2560) (2330-2735, 2430-2855, 2575-3025, 2735-3210) yards [1317-1550 (1417-1669, 1536-1811, 1650-1939) (1779-2089, 1856-2190, 1984-2341) (2131-2501, 2222-2611, 2355-2766, 2501-2935) meters] of worsted weight wool yarn

  
  

  NEEDLES

  Main needles

  • Suggested size US 6 (4 mm)
  • 32”/80 cm circular needle (or longer as preferred)
  • Double-pointed needles (DPNs)

  Ribbing needles

  • Suggested size US 4 (3.5 mm)
  • Two or three sizes smaller than Main needle, for working ribbed trims
  • 32”/80 cm circular needle (or longer as preferred)
  • Double-pointed needles (DPNs)

• Pattern specs

  CONSTRUCTION

  • Cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down, beginning at center back neck. Stitches are cast on for first half of collar extension, which is shaped with short rows, then worked flat to half of target length and placed on hold. Stitches for second half of collar extension are picked up from cast on edge of first half, then worked as for first half. Stitches are picked up across side edge of collar extension and yoke is worked flat to the underarm. Upon completion of raglan yoke, Body and Sleeves are divided and worked separately. Sleeve stitches are placed on hold and the body is worked flat to chosen length (semi-cropped/classic/tall). Sleeves are then worked circularly to the cuff, with mirrored decorative shaping. The collar facing is tacked down using a lighter weight yarn or embroidery thread. If concealed buttonhole closures have been worked, buttons are sewn on to finish.

  
  

  FINISHED DIMENSIONS

  Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6, 7) (8, 9, 10, 11)

  • 39½ (43, 47, 49¾) (53¾, 57¾, 61¾) (66¼, 69¾, 74¼, 78¼)" [100.5 (109, 119.5, 126.5) (136.5, 146.5, 157) (168.5, 177, 188.5, 199) cm] finished circumference at chest, with front bands overlapping
  • See Full Schematic for more sizing information
  • Sample 1 is size 3, Semi-Cropped Version with Classic Sleeves in Shelter color Snowbound. Modeled by Joumi, 5’7½”/171.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease; and Kyra, 5’4”/162.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease.
  • Sample 2 is size 3, Classic Version with Classic Sleeves in Imbue Worsted color Cloak. Modeled by Kyra, 5’4”/162.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease.

  Need help picking a size? See our resource page on Selecting a Sweater Size 101.

  
  

  GAUGE

  • 18 stitches & 40 rows/rounds per 4”/10 cm in Shaker Rib pattern with main needle, after blocking

• Techniques

  Tutorials for all special techniques listed below are included in the pattern:

  • Video — Italian Bind Off for 1x1 Ribbing
  • Blocking 101
  • Video — Sewing Down Facings

• Pattern Updates

  16 November 2023: Version 1.6
  
  On page 8, the end of the instructions for the Front Band Panel stitch pattern has been updated to read "Repeat Rows 1-2 for pattern." Additionally, on page 15, line H (Transition row final rib repeats) for all sizes has been updated.

  
  

  27 September 2023: Version 1.5
  
  On page 9, the instructions for Short Row 16 have been updated to read as follows: "Knit 1, [purl 1, BrK] to 1 stitch before the double stitch from previous row, purl 1, knit double stitch together, [purl 1, BrK] two times, turn;"

  
  

  1 September 2023: Version v1.4
  
  On page 15, line F (Transition Row rib repeats) for all sizes has been updated.
  Additionally, on page 18 the Transition Round instructions have been updated to read: "*[Purl 1, knit 1] four times, purl 1, KYOK; repeat from * two more times, [purl 1, knit 1] to last four stitches, purl 1, KYOK, purl 1, knit 1. (8 stitches increased)"

  
  

  6 June 2023: Version 1.3
  
  On page 13, the Neckline Increases instructions have been updated to read: "Work as established to first neckline marker, slip marker, KYOK, work as established to one stitch before second neckline marker, KYOK, slip marker, work as established to end."

  
  

  30 May 2023: Version 1.2

  On page 3, the skein counts for Imbue to make the Classic Version with Tall Sleeves have been corrected.

  
  

  30 May 2023: Version 1.1
  

  On page 15, the numbers for line A (Rows per Neckline Increase) have been updated to match line K on page 13.

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