Product Description
The Rosemary cardigan is a very simple pattern which is worked top-down, starting at the neckline and constructed downwards with raglan increases. At the height of the armhole, body and sleeves are split and worked separately. The two-colour combination applies simple but fun accents and makes the cardigan stand out from your standard wardrobe. The pattern has been kept very simple specifically to enable new knitters to try their hands and needles at a top-down project. The yarn used in the model is a mix of mohair, nettle fiber, and wool, which results in both a warm and soft cardigan, perfect for chilly summer nights or mid-season wear.
Rosemary Cardigan by lille Larsen
What is Being Made
The Rosemary cardigan is a beginner-friendly knitted cardigan designed by lille Larsen. This garment features a two-colour combination that adds simple but visually interesting accents to an otherwise classic silhouette. The cardigan is suitable for layering during chilly summer nights or as mid-season wear, making it a versatile addition to any wardrobe.
Construction Method
The Rosemary cardigan is constructed using a top-down approach, beginning at the neckline and working downwards. This method is particularly beginner-friendly as it allows knitters to try their hands at a top-down project with confidence. The garment uses raglan increases to shape the shoulders and upper body. At the armhole height, the body and sleeves are split and worked separately, allowing for customized fit and easier construction of individual sections.
Stitches and Techniques
The pattern has been intentionally kept simple to accommodate new knitters. Raglan increases form the primary shaping technique, creating smooth diagonal lines from the neckline to the underarms. The two-colour combination is applied throughout the design to create visual interest while maintaining beginner accessibility. The straightforward stitch work makes this an ideal project for knitters developing their foundational skills.
Materials and Specifications
- Yarn Weight: Sport weight
- Yarn Composition: The model cardigan is crafted from a blend of mohair, nettle fiber, and wool, creating a fabric that is both warm and soft
- Needles Required: Circular needles in 4 mm (US 6) and 3.5 mm (US 4), available in lengths of 60-80 cm (24-32") for body work and 40 cm (16") for sleeve work, or double-pointed needles in the same sizes
- Available Sizes: 2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent choice for knitters new to top-down construction or those looking to build confidence with garment shaping techniques.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Sport |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | lille Larsen |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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