1197 Aquila - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Whately

Sure! Here's an optimized version of the pattern description that enhances SEO while slightly increasing the length: --- **Valley Yarns Aquila V-Neck Cardigan Pattern** Discover the elegance of the **Valley Yarns Aquila**, a stunning women's v-neck cardigan that showcases chic color blocking and streamlined designs. This versatile cardigan is crafted from the luxurious **Whately yarn**, offering both style and comfort. The **Aquila cardigan** features a single button closure, thoughtfully integrated front bands to minimize finishing work, functional pockets, and long set-in sleeves for a tailored fit. This beautiful sweater is knitted flat in one seamless piece, starting from the bottom and working up. The sleeves are meticulously crafted by picking up stitches along the armhole edge and knitting in the round, ensuring a polished and professional look all the way to the cuffs. **Whately yarn** by Valley Yarns, made of 68% Baby Alpaca and 32% Organic Pima Cotton, is a soft, worsted weight yarn available in a stunning array of natural colors, making it perfect for this project. The unique two-color chainette construction of Whately adds both strength and visual interest to your knitting creations. ### **Skill Level:** Adventurous Beginner ### **Sizes Available:** XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) ### **Finished Measurements:** The cardigan is shown in size S with a suggested positive ease of 2-4 inches. - **Bust:** 34¼” (37¾”, 43”, 46¾”, 50¼”) (53¾”, 59”, 62¾”, 66¼”) with the fronts overlapped ### **Yarn Requirements:** - **Valley Yarns Whately** (50g/164yds; 68% Baby Alpaca, 32% Organic Pima Cotton) - **Color A:** 5 (5, 6, 7, 8) (8, 10, 10, 11) balls in shade 04 Stone - **Color B:** 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) (5, 5, 6, 6) balls in shade 02 Fawn ### **Needles:** - **US 7 (4.50mm)**: 16” circular needles and DPNs for sleeve cuffs - **US 9 (5.50mm)**: 16” & 24–32” circular needles and DPNs to achieve gauge ### **Gauge:** 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 9 (5.50mm), blocked **Important Update:** This pattern was last updated on 04/12/2023. For any corrections or clarifications, you can check the **[errata here](https://www.yourwebsite.com/pages/valley-yarns-patterns-errata)**. If you've purchased the PDF version, the latest updated file is available in your pattern library **[here](https://www.yourwebsite.com/users/patterns)**. Elevate your knitting skills with the **Aquila V-neck Cardigan** pattern today, and enjoy the luxurious comfort of Whately as you create a sophisticated addition to your wardrobe! --- This version includes more targeted keywords related to knitting, the specific project, and the yarn, enhancing its visibility in search engine results while remaining informative for potential pattern users.