Because She Likes It

Introducing Because She Likes It! This beautifully designed pattern features Ribbon Lace, a delicate and versatile cardigan that is perfect for dressing up or down on warm spring and summer evenings, or any casual occasion. Crafted with care, this design is worked flat from the bottom up, with sleeves knitted in the round for added comfort. The construction is mostly seamless, except for the sleeve caps, which are skillfully shaped with short rows at their ends before being set in, allowing for a refined finish. To ensure you effortlessly keep track of your progress, I have included Row Trackers, a handy tool for managing your knitting journey—feel free to use it or skip the last five pages if you prefer!

SKILLS REQUIRED: To successfully create this lovely cardigan, you should be comfortable with the following techniques: Long-tail Cast On, various decreases such as ssk, k2tog, and p2tog, increases including m1L, m1R, pfb, and yo, short row shaping, and 3-needle Bind Off (at the shoulders), as well as picking up stitches for both the neckline trim and button band. You'll also need experience with circular knitting, setting in sleeve caps, and, of course, blocking your finished piece to achieve a polished look.

This comprehensive 18-page PDF includes everything you need to create your stunning cardigan: detailed pattern instructions, a thorough Ribbon Lace stitch description complete with charts, beautiful photographs for reference, schematics for guidance, informative tutorial links, Row Trackers for those who choose to use them, and a glossary of definitions for relevant abbreviations. Whether you're an experienced knitter or just starting out, this cardigan pattern will inspire you to create a gorgeous garment that will be a staple in your spring and summer wardrobe. Happy knitting!