Casual Cardigan

Looking for a casual and easy-fitting vertical striped sweater pattern? This trendy design features stripes that run vertically instead of horizontally, offering a unique twist to your knitting projects. To create the striking striped effect, you'll need a yarn with long color repeats, ensuring that the stripes have a delightful variety of widths. The clever construction of this sweater contributes to the varying stripe widths, as the side fronts and back are knitted together while the center back is worked independently.

This versatile sweater is crafted flat in stockinette stitch and is knit side-to-side in one continuous piece, making it a straightforward project for knitters of all levels. To begin, you'll create a cozy garter stitch edging on the left sleeve, seamlessly continuing to the garter stitch edging on the right sleeve. After completing the body of the piece, the center front and neck borders are elegantly worked in garter stitch by picking up stitches along the edges, adding a polished finish to your sweater.

The sleeves are designed to be ¾ length, providing a relaxed fit that is not shaped, and they are beautifully finished with a garter stitch border for added texture. Additionally, the garter stitch bottom edgings on both the front and back are integrated as you knit the body pieces, giving this sweater a cohesive look. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned knitter, this striped sweater pattern is a delightful project that combines comfort with style. Grab your knitting supplies, and let's create a stunning piece that will be a staple in your wardrobe!