South Shore Cardigan
South Shore Cardigan
South Shore is a classic cardigan with a modern twist (or two) and an air of understated elegance. South Shore is sure to become a wardrobe staple and looks great with jeans, slacks or a skirt; this is truly a cardigan that can go from the beach to the board room!
It’s the little details that count – check out how the stitch detail at the raglan seams is echoed at the side seams and the pockets.
The construction is top-down and totally seamless (except for sewing down the sides of the pockets). There’s plenty of structure built into the design so that it will keep its shape after lots of wear.
The double-knit button bands are so worth it! They are a critical aspect of the structure and provide a professional finish that holds its shape and doesn’t stretch out even at the buttonholes. The pattern includes a link to the video recorded just for this button band.
Try it on as you go to get the exact length you want….that’s the beauty of top-down and seamless designs.
This design really shows off hand-dyed yarns, and will look great in any DK yarn with good stitch definition.
Sizing is unisex and inclusive. Choose size that is 6-8 inches / 15-20 cm larger than chest measurement.
This pattern has been professionally tech-edited and tested. Instructions are written and no charts are required.
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SIZES
XS(S, M, L, XL)(2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL). Designed to be worn with 6-8 inches / 15-20 cm ease at bust.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished Chest (worn buttoned): 34(38.5, 42.5, 46, 50.5)(54, 58, 62, 66.5) inches / 86.5(98, 108, 117, 128.5)(137, 147.5, 157.5, 169) cm.
Choose size that is 6-8 inches / 15-20 cm larger than chest measurement.
RECOMMENDED YARN
Shibui Haven: DK (80% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 20% Cashmere); 160 yds (146 m)/ 1.76 oz (50g) shown in color Ivory.
Optional to carry strand of Shibui Tweed Silk Cloud (TSC): Lace (65% Silk, 35% Kid Mohair); 190 yds (174 m)/.88 oz (25g) shown in color White.
OR
Miss Babs Killington , also shown in color Quicksilver, is a good choice and each skein is 700 yards!
OR can use any DK or light worsted yarn that meets gauge and has good stitch definition.
ESTIMATED YARN REQUIRED
1300(1350, 1400, 1500, 1600)(1750, 1800, 1900, 2000) yds / 1183(1225, 1275, 1375, 1450)(1600, 1650, 1750, 1850) m.
If choose to carry second strand of Tweed Silk Cloud or other mohair, will need same amount of that yarn.
Yarn usage will vary depending on gauge and specific yarn used.
RECOMMENDED NEEDLES
Larger (Main) - US 6 (4.0mm) 16”/40cm and 29-32”/70-80cm circular and set of dpns (or use your preferred method of circular knitting for sleeves) - used for body and sleeves.
Medium - US 4 (3.5mm) 16”/40cm and 29-32”/70-80cm circular- used for neckline cast on, pockets, hem ribbing, sleeve cuffs.
Smaller – US 2.5 (3.0 mm) 40”/100cm circular used for button bands.
Adjust needle sizes as necessary to obtain correct gauge.
GAUGE
20 sts / 28 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette on larger needle after blocking.
NOTIONS
Waste yarn, or 2 stitch holders, 4 stitch markers for raglan seams. Note: Use distinct marker for eor.
4 or 5 - 1 inch / 2.5 cm buttons.
Yarn needle for weaving in ends and sewing down sides of pockets.
EXPERIENCE LEVEL AND SKILLS USED
Intermediate Knitter
Skills Used: Basic stitches, decreases, increases, tracking center front increases separate from raglan increases, picking up stitches for button bands, buttonholes, double knitting, German Short Rows, Italian Cast On and Bind off (tutorials provided).
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