903 Tanzanite - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Goshen

On cool spring evenings, the Tanzanite cardigan from Valley Yarns stands out as a cozy, oversized topper, making it an ideal layering piece for all your casual outings. Knit in the luxurious Goshen yarn, Tanzanite is perfect for knitters looking to embark on their first lace project. Crafted from two simple rectangles that are expertly seamed together to form the sleeves, front, and back, this oversized women’s cardigan is a quick and easy knitting project that yields stunning results. Valley Yarns Goshen yarn is celebrated for being one of the softest cotton blends available. The exquisite combination of Modal® and silk not only adds a beautiful sheen but also enhances the durability of this gorgeous yarn. Garments made with Goshen are designed to resist pilling and endure wear over time, ensuring your creations remain beautiful for years to come. With the lace pattern provided in both charted and written formats, this pattern is beginner-friendly and accessible to all skill levels.

Skill Level: Beginner friendly
Sizes Available: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL) to comfortably fit bust sizes of 36 (40, 44, 48, 52) (56, 60, 64)”
Finished Measurements:  shown in size S with 30" of positive ease
     Bust Measurements – 72½ (75½, 79, 82, 84½) (87½, 91, 94)” 
Yarn Requirements: 15 (15, 16, 17, 18) (19, 20, 21) skeins of Valley Yarns Goshen (48% Peruvian Cotton/46% Modal/6% Silk; 50g/92yds), shown in the stunning 25 Waterfall colorway.
Needles Needed:
     US 4 (3.50mm) 24” & 32–40” circular needles
     US 5 (3.75mm) 24” & 32–40” circular needles
Gauge Requirements: 
     22 stitches and 26 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 5 (3.75mm)
     20 stitches and 24 rows = 4” in  lace stitch on US 5 (3.75mm)

This pattern was last updated on 02/04/2019. For any corrections, please view the errata here.. If you purchased the PDF version, the latest version is available in your pattern library.