Cardigans Knitted in King Cole Harvest DK - 5790 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigans Knitted in King Cole Harvest DK

Project Overview

This downloadable PDF pattern from King Cole provides instructions for knitting cardigans in King Cole Harvest DK yarn. The design is available in a wide range of sizes, from 81cm to 127cm (32 inches to 50 inches), making it suitable for various body measurements and fit preferences. This is an intermediate-level knitting project, ideal for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle garment construction.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces cardigans—open-front knitted garments that button or fasten down the center. The sizing range of 32 to 50 inches accommodates a broad spectrum of wearers, from smaller to larger frame sizes.

Techniques and Construction

This cardigan pattern employs classic knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The construction involves working with standard knitting abbreviations and methods to shape the garment pieces, including increases and decreases to create proper fit and shaping. Knitters will work flat pieces on needles before seaming or use circular needles as preferred, depending on the specific pattern instructions.

Stitches Used

• Stocking Stitch (St-St) — The primary stitch structure, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, producing a smooth, classic fabric
• Irish Moss Stitch — A textured stitch pattern created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific sequence (K1, P1 on the first row, then P1, K1 on the second row, repeating), producing a bumpy, decorative surface

Materials Required

This pattern is designed for King Cole Harvest DK yarn, a double knit weight. Knitters will need 4mm knitting needles (or circular needles, depending on preferred construction method) to achieve the correct tension of 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 centimeters (4 inches). Needle size may be adjusted up or down to achieve proper gauge—finer needles if more stitches appear in the measured swatch, or larger needles if fewer stitches are present.

Pattern Details

The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and instructions for standard knitting terminology, including knit (K), purl (P), increase (inc), decrease (dec), slip one stitch (s1), and through back of loop (tbl) techniques. Knitters will follow row-by-row instructions, working from right side (rs) and wrong side (ws) as specified. The tension measurement is critical for achieving the intended finished measurements across the full size range.

Additional Information

For every King Cole pattern purchased, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation, adding a charitable element to this craft project.