This cardigan channels a distinctly preppy look with its neat round neckline and polished button band. The cropped silhouette feels crisp and versatile, perfect for pairing with dresses, skirts, or high-waisted trousers. What sets it apart is the unusual stitch pattern: classic cables intertwined with airy eyelets, creating a fabric that is both refined and full of character. 

The result is a cardigan that nods to tradition while offering something unexpected, making it an engaging knit and a stylish addition to any wardrobe. Equal parts classic and playful, it’s a piece you’ll wear on repeat.

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Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL), {3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL}: to fit bust 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50), {52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66}”/70-75 (80-85, 90-95, 100-105, 110-115, 120-125), {130-135, 140-145, 150-155, 160-165} cm.

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Finished Measurements

38 (41.52, 45.5, 49.5, 52.5, 59), {61.5 65.5, 69.5, 73.5}”/ 95 (104, 114, 124, 131.5, 147.5), {154, 164, 174, 184) cm bust circumference, buttoned.
Cardigan shown measures size 45.5”/114 cm with 7.5”/19 cm of positive ease.

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Yarn

DK weight yarn (approx. amount): 1425 (1540, 1690, 1840, 1960, 2200), {2290, 2440, 2590, 2740} yards/1297 (1401, 1538, 1674, 1784, 2002), {2084, 2220, 2357, 2493} m.
Miss Babs Killington (85% Polwarth Merino Wool, 15% Tussah Silk; 350 yds/320 m in 4.2 oz/120 gr), Moss: 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7), {7, 7, 8, 8} skeins.

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Needles

Size US 6/4 mm: 24”-32”/60-80 cm circular and set of double-pointed.
Size US 5/3.75 mm: 24”-32”/60-80 cm circular, 16”/40 cm circular, and set of double-pointed.
Optional: spare circular US 5/3.75 mm needle 32”/80 cm long for Tubular Cast On.
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

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Notions

Stitch markers, stitch holders, cable needle, 7 buttons 3⁄4”/17 mm in diameter, tapestry needle.

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Gauge

21 stitches and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette stitch, after blocking.
20 stitches and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in Moss stitch, after blocking.
30 stitches and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in Lattice pattern, after blocking.
26 stitches and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in Cable pattern, after blocking.

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Notes

- The cardigan is worked in one piece from the bottom up to underarms; then fronts and back are worked separately.

- Stitches for sleeves are picked up along the armholes and sleeves are worked in the round from the top down.

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Difficulty: Intermediate