Impressionist Cardigan Knitting Pattern Download

Description

By combining two multicolored yarns, a smooth alpaca-wool blend and a fluffy mohair-viscose-polyester blend, Norah Gaughan was able to create an alluring impressionistic color effect in a simple stockinette-stitch cardigan. By working the yarns at a large gauge, she kept the garment lightweight and quick to knit. A few unexpected details: wide ribbing at the lower body and sleeve edges, a wide neck, and large buttons lend this sweater modern appeal.

Finished Size: 37 ¼ (39 ¼, 42 ½, 45 ¾, 49 ½)” (94.5 [99.5, 108, 116, 125.5] cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned. Sweater shown measures 39 ¼” (99.5 cm).
Yarn: Artful Yarns Jazz (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 246 yd [22 5 m]/150 g): #55 Miles, 3 (3, 4, 4, 5) skeins. Artful Yarns Portrait (70% mohair, 25% viscose, 5% polyester; 164 yd [150 m]/50 g): #107 ChristinasWo
Yarn weight: #4 – Medium
Gauge: 11 sts and 16 rows
Needles: Body and Sleeves: Size 13 (9 mm). Ribbing: Size 11 (8 mm). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch holders; tapestry needle; five 11/ 8″” (2.9-cm) buttons (shown are #NPL:352-28BT from One World Button Supply Co).
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2002