Khaki Cardigan in Rowan Summerlite DK & Kidsilk Haze - RM004-00018-UK - Downloadable PDF

Khaki Cardigan in Rowan Summerlite DK & Kidsilk Haze

What is Being Made

The Khaki Cardigan is a women's knitted cardigan designed by Quail Studio and published by Rowan. This garment is available in five sizes to fit bust measurements ranging from 81-86 cm (32-34 inches) through to 122-127 cm (48-50 inches), with finished bust measurements between 121 cm (47¾ inches) and 161 cm (63½ inches). The cardigan features a front opening with a neckband and is constructed with shaped front slopes for a fitted silhouette.

Knitting Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques. The garment is worked primarily in ribbed stitch throughout, which is established at the beginning and maintained as the foundation stitch pattern. Shaping is achieved through strategic decreasing at the front opening edge, with decreases worked on alternating 4th and 6th rows to create the front slope. The construction involves working separate pieces—including a back, left front, and right front—which are then joined together. A neckband is created by slipping stitches onto a holder at the centre neck and then working them separately to finish the neck opening.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used throughout the Khaki Cardigan is rib stitch, which provides elasticity and structure to the finished garment. The ribbed pattern is worked consistently from the cast-on edge through to the completion of each piece, creating a classic, fitted appearance. Decreasing is used strategically to shape the front slope, with decreases positioned at the front opening edge to create the cardigan's contoured front edges.

Yarn and Materials

This cardigan is designed to be worked using two yarns held together throughout. Yarn A is Rowan Summerlite DK in the colourway Khaki, with yardage requirements of 461 metres total, requiring 15-17 balls of 50 grams depending on size. Yarn B is Rowan Kidsilk Haze in the colourway Drab 611, with yardage requirements totalling between 10-11 metres, requiring 10-11 balls of 25 grams depending on size. The combination of DK weight and lace-weight yarns creates a lightweight, breathable fabric suitable for warmer seasons.

The pattern specifies 4½mm (US 7) needles for the main body of the cardigan. A stitch holder is also required for holding the centre neck stitches during construction.

Pattern Information

This is a downloadable PDF pattern (reference RM004-00018-UK) published by Rowan in 2021. The pattern is classified as Skill Level 2, indicating intermediate knitting experience. The design is part of Quail Studio's cardigan collection and is suitable for knitters who have mastered basic techniques and are ready to work with shaping and multiple pieces.