The Augusta Cardigan Cestari was originally designed by Ann E. Smith for Cestari Farms, recently revised and sizes expanded by Heather Storta.

Looking to move beyond mindless stockinette stitch? The Augusta cardigan features a mix of techniques that will challenge intermediate beginners and hold the attention of experienced knitters seeking something breezy, but not boring. This vintage pattern, first published in 2002, was featured in Knit ‘N Style magazine and also released through Cestari. 18 years later, we’ve updated the fit and feel of this garment to be a little more modern, and have re-imagined this fresh new take in cozy Monticello.

Measurements:
Adult Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Finished Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)”
Back Length: 22 (23, 24, 24, 25, 26, 26, 26.5, 27)”
Sample Shown on model is a size M, shown with 1-2” positive ease.

Yarn, needles & notions

Cestari Monticello
75% Domestic USA Cotton, 25% Imported French Linen
3.5 oz / 100 g; 250 yards / 229 m; 3-ply DK weight
Color: Scarlet Mallow
4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8, 8, 9) skeins or 1000 (1250, 1250, 1500, 1500, 1750, 2000, 2000, 2250) yards of smooth DK weight.

The yarn used here (Cestari Monticello) has a smooth, soft hand, without a halo. The fabric is lightweight and comfortable. You can easily swap in one of our woolier yarns for a different look. Try Mt. Vernon Collection DK, Old Dominion Collection DK, or Ash Lawn Collection DK.

US 4 (3.5 mm) needles
US 5 (3.75 mm) needles, or size required to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
Cable needle (cn)
5 buttons, 1/2” diameter
Buttons used here are from www.woodbuttons.com and are made in New York.