Description
The Lyons Cardigan was inspired by classic menswear. Worked in a modified double-knitting technique in an alpaca and bamboo blend, this sweater is a cozy staple with beautiful drape and luster.
Finished Size: 32 (34 ½, 36 ½, 39, 41, 42 ½)” bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 32″, modeled with 2″ of negative ease
Yarn: Classic Elite Yarns MountainTop Chalet (70% baby alpaca, 30% bamboo; 98 yd 90 m/1 ¾ oz 50 g): #7406 camel (light brown; A), 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins; #7438 chestnut (brown; B), 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6) skeins; #7436 sand (cream; C), 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 3) skeins.
Needles: Body and sleeves-size 10 (6 mm). Bands-size 9 (5.5 mm): 32″ circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch holders; tapestry needle; five 1″ buttons; size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook.
Gauge: 14 sts and 18 rows = 4″ in Dropped St st (see Notes) on larger needles.
Orignially Published: Interweave Knits Winter 2014
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