Quintessential Cardigan Using Berroco Modern Cotton DK
The Design
A timeless little hip-length cardi always manages to look modern. Ours has classic details: a pretty jewel neckline; knit-along button bands; full- or bracelet-length sleeves. In eight sizes and with two sleeve lengths, you can make this cardigan just right for you.
The Quintessential Cardigan becomes warm-weather friendly when knit in Berroco Modern Cotton DK. This sleek yarn creates a fabric with a soft, supple hand, fabulous stitch definition, and gorgeous drape. The balance of Pima cotton and Modal rayon means it’s hard-wearing and machine-washable. Perfect for summery activities!
The Details
SIZES
Cardigan is designed with approx. 2–4"/5–10cm of ease. You can choose a size that will fit more closely or more oversized. Details given for smallest size, larger sizes in parentheses ( ).
Finished bust:
33 (36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54)"/84 (91.5, 99, 106.5, 114, 122, 129.5, 137)cm, after seaming and blocking.
To fit bust:
29−31 (32-34, 35-37, 38-40, 41-43, 44-46, 47-49, 50-52)"/74-79 (81-86, 89-94, 97-102, 104-109, 112-117, 119-124, 127-132)cm.
LENGTHS
Finished body length:
Measured from high shoulder (where shoulder meets neck) to hem.
20¼ (20½, 20¾, 20¾, 21, 21¼, 21½, 21¾)"/51.5 (52, 52.5, 52.5, 53, 54, 54.5, 55)cm.
Full-length sleeve:
Measured from shoulder point to cuff.
21¾ (22¼, 22½, 22¾, 23, 23, 23½, 23¾)"/55 (56.5, 57, 58, 58.5, 58.5, 59.5, 60)cm.
Bracelet-length sleeve:
Measured from shoulder point to cuff.
17¾ (18¼, 18½, 18¾, 19, 19, 19½, 19¾)"/45 (46, 47, 47.5, 48, 48, 49.5, 51)cm.
YARN
3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5,) skeins Berroco Modern Cotton DK (335 yds/306m per skein)
Or approx. 1015 (1085, 1145, 1150, 1265, 1335, 1425, 1495) yds/928 (992, 1047, 1051, 1157, 1221, 1303, 1367)m of another DK- weight yarn (bracelet-length sleeves take a little less).
Shown in Color 6663-Hope, bust size 33"/84cm, bracelet-length sleeves.
For custom lengths: To lengthen or shorten body, add or subtract approx. 26 (27, 28, 28, 29, 30, 30, 31) yds/24 (25, 25, 26, 26, 27, 28, 28)m of DK-weight yarn per 1"/2.5cm of knitted length.
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 5 (3.75mm) 24"/60cm circular needle, or size to obtain gauge.
US 3 (3.25mm) 24"/60cm circular needle, or two US sizes/.5mm smaller than gauge needle.
Stitch markers: 2 ring markers; 8 locking markers or coiless safety pins for ‘clip-and-turn’ short-row shaping, button placement, and setting in sleeves.
2 stitch holders.
Darning needle to finish.
Seven ⅝"/16mm buttons; needle and thread.
GAUGE
22 sts/30 rows = 4"/10cm in stockinette stitch on gauge needle, after blocking.
KNITTER'S NOTES
To be sure your garment turns out the right size, it’s important to swatch until you get the correct gauge. Stitch gauge determines the fit; row gauge affects the length.
Cast on 33 sts for a nice big swatch approx. 6"/15cm-wide; work in St St for 6"/15cm; bind off loosely. Measure and note unblocked gauge for reference when knitting.
Wet block your swatch; let rest for a day or two. Measure again—gauge may change after it relaxes.
Cardigan is worked at 22 sts/30 rows = 4"/10cm. Measure center 4"/10com of swatch (edge stitches may be distorted).
If you have more sts or rows per "/cm, your gauge is a little tight; try swatching again on larger needle. If you have fewer sts or rows per "/cm, your gauge is a little loose; try again on smaller needle.
Digital Quintessential Cardigan pattern. (Download)
Printed Quintessential Cardigan pattern. (Requires shipping.)
COLOR: 6600 Bluffs. Snow white marshmallow fluff.
COLOR: 6601 Sandy Point. Fresh cream.
COLOR: 6603 Piper. Driftwood.
COLOR: 6624 Salty Brine. Pale aqua seaglass.
COLOR: 6608 Gadwell. Foggy day silvery grey.
COLOR: 6634 Longspur. Ebony.
COLOR: 6656 Napatree. Slightly muted medium blue.
COLOR: 6651 Narraganset. Juicy cherries.
COLOR: 6657 Lippit. Bold teal.
COLOR: 6658 Bristol. Limeaid.
COLOR: 6663 Hope. Dark indigo.
COLOR: 6668 Rosecliff. Hot magenta pink.
COLOR: 6627 Del. Lemon custard.
COLOR: 6652 Matunuck. Turquoise green.
COLOR: 6649 Breakers. Glowing jade green.
COLOR: 6615 Chepstow. Warm tan.
COLOR: 6633 Viola. Spring violets.
COLOR: 6613 Hammersmith. Between sage and taupe gray.
COLOR: 6625 Jerimoth Hill. Muted blue-grey.