958 Wainscot - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK

**Valley Yarns Wainscot Cardigan Pattern** Introducing the Valley Yarns Wainscot Cardigan, a beautifully designed women's cardigan that showcases a variety of advanced knitting techniques. Perfect for the experienced knitter, this striking pattern features a dramatic slip-stitch colorwork border, intricate cable front panels, an elegant shawl collar, and convenient set-in pockets finished with I-cord trim. This stunning cardigan is knit flat in Valley Superwash DK yarn in one cohesive piece from the bottom up to the underarm. The shoulders are skillfully joined using the 3-Needle Bind Off technique, while the front bands and shawl collar are picked up and worked seamlessly along the neck and front edges. Long set-in sleeves are knitted from the shoulders down in the round, ensuring a comfortable fit. Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK is composed of 100% extra fine Merino wool, making it incredibly soft, lightweight, and the ideal choice for both children's and adult's knitting projects. This versatile yarn is machine-washable in cold water with a gentle detergent or Eucalan, ensuring easy care for your finished garment. With its 3-ply construction, this yarn boasts excellent stitch definition, making it perfect for showcasing colorwork techniques and detail-rich patterns. To make your crafting experience even more enjoyable, both the slip-stitch colorwork and cable patterns within this design are provided in charted and written formats. **Skill Level:** Experienced **Sizes Available:** XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL) **Finished Measurements:** Shown in size S with a suggested 2–4” of positive ease - **Bust:** 36 (39¾, 43¼, 47, 50½, 54¼, 58, 61½)”, buttoned - **Length:** 27¼ (27½, 28¼, 29¼, 29¾, 31¾, 32¾, 33¼)” **Yarn Requirements:** - **Main Color (MC):** 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) (7, 8, 8) hanks of Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK, Hand Dyed by Manos del Uruguay (100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool; 100g/274yds), shown in color 008 Teal - **Contrast Color (CC):** 2 (2, 2, 2, 2) (3, 3, 3) hanks of Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK (100% Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool; 50g/137yds), shown in color 03 Black **Needles:** - US 4 (3.50mm) circular needles in 16”, 24”, & 32–40” for ribbing - US 5 (3.75mm) circular needles in 16”, 24”, 32–40”, & DPNs for I-cord pocket bind off - US 6 (4.00mm) circular needles in 16”, 24”, & 32–40” **Gauge:** - 22 stitches and 36 rows = 4” in slip stitch colorwork pattern on US 6 (4.00mm), blocked - 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4.00mm), blocked *This knitting pattern was last updated on 03/08/2023. For any corrections or updates, please check our [errata page](https://yourwebsite.com/pages/valley-yarns-patterns-errata). If you've purchased this PDF, the most recent version is readily available in your pattern library.* Knitting the Wainscot Cardigan will not only enhance your knitting skills but will also yield a versatile and stylish addition to your wardrobe. Download your pattern today and let your creativity shine!