Vertical Stripes Cardigan

Vertical Stripes Cardigan designed by Kristen TenDyke from Love of Knitting Winter 2016 or get the individual pattern here.

Garter stitch and wide. ribbing come together again—this time, in a subdued cardigan with a comfortable, easy fit for men or women. There is also a companion pullover.

Easy

Yarn Weight 4

Finished Size 35 (40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65)” chest circumference, including 1″ buttonband. Cardigan shown measures 40″; modeled with no ease.

Yarn Spud & Chloë Sweater (55% superwash wool, 45% organic cotton; 160 yd [146 m]/3 ½  oz [100 g]): #7524 chocolate milk, 7 (8, 9, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins. Yarn distributed by Blue Sky Fibers.

Needles Sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 8 (5 mm): 32″ circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; nine 3/4″ buttons.

Gauge 16 sts and 26 rows = 4″ in K4, P1 Rib on larger needle, slightly stretched.