It's the berries!
Discover the charm of timeless style with our classic cardigan knitting pattern, "It's the Berries." This beautifully designed cardigan boasts a vintage attitude yet provides a modern fit, making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe. The exquisite features include a delightful cable and bobble berry border, elegant cable-decrease shaping, and a neat hemmed stockinette band that adds the perfect finishing touch.
Construction Details: "It's the Berries" is expertly knit in five separate pieces, starting from the bottom and expertly seamed together to create a pristine silhouette with set-in sleeves. The innovative design includes live stitches at the front shoulders that are skillfully "grafted" to the bound-off back shoulder stitches, resulting in a seamless yet stable shoulder structure. To enhance its aesthetic appeal, the front and neckline band is picked up and knitted in one cohesive piece, featuring mitered corners at the neckline for added sophistication.
The sweater featured in the images has been thoughtfully modified to a measurement of 38" / 96.5 cm, designed to be worn with 2" / 5 cm of positive ease for a comfortable and flattering fit.
Needles & Notions: For this classic cardigan, you will need 7 / 4.5 mm straight or circular needles for the body and Size 6 / 4.0 mm circular needles with a long cable for the band. Additionally, prepare markers, stitch holders, a tapestry needle, and eight ¾" / 2 cm buttons to complete your project.
Gauge: Achieve a precise gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch on the larger needles. If necessary, adjust your needle size to ensure you obtain the correct gauge for your cardigan.
Techniques: This pattern incorporates a variety of knitting techniques, including intricate cables, playful bobbles, cable decreases, short rows, and the art of grafting live stitches to bound-off stitches. Detailed explanations for all techniques are provided in the instructions, making it accessible for knitters of all skill levels.
Pattern Includes: With your purchase, you’ll receive comprehensive written instructions, beautifully charted vine cable patterns, a schematic for easy reference, and a glossary of terms to guide you through the knitting process.
Elevate your knitting projects with "It's the Berries," the perfect pattern for those seeking a blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. Start your knitting journey today and create a stunning cardigan that showcases your craftsmanship!
