Koivu Cardigan

Introducing our charming light cardigan, perfect for layering during any season! This lovely piece features a decorative lace panel on the back, adding an elegant touch to your wardrobe. The cardigan is ingeniously designed with a top-down construction method and contiguous sleeve shaping, ensuring a beautiful fit without the hassle of seams. You’ll only need to pick a few stitches from the underarm, making the construction process seamless and enjoyable. Although there is no shaping on the body, feel free to modify it to suit your personal preferences!

This stylish cardigan is intended to be worn with approximately 1-2 inches (2-5 cm) of positive ease at the bust, allowing for a comfortable and relaxed fit. It accommodates a range of bust sizes, specifically: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)” / 75 (85, 95, 105, 115, 125, 135, 145, 155) cm. For reference, the cardigan is shown in size S, showcasing approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of positive ease. The finished measurements have a bust circumference of approximately 31.5 (35.5, 39.5, 43.5, 47.25, 51, 55, 59, 63)” / 80 (90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160) cm, ensuring a flattering look for knitters of all sizes.

We recommend using Hedgehog Fibre Skinny Singles for this cardigan (100% merino, 100g/400yds/366m per skein). For your project, you will need approximately 3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5) skeins, which translates to about 1,030 (1,200, 1,300, 1,450, 1,600, 1,775, 1,930) yards / 950 (1,098, 1,200, 1,310, 1,460, 1,630, 1,770) meters of yarn. This high-quality yarn will not only provide warmth but also result in a beautifully draped cardigan.

Don’t forget about the gauge! To achieve the best results, aim for a gauge of 25 stitches and 35 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch, using US size 2.5 (3 mm) needles. Create your own cozy cardigans with confidence and style—perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself!