Cables and Lace Cardigan by Gwen Bortner

Cables and Lace Cardigan

Knitting
DK (11 wpi) ?
21 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1060 - 1850 yards (969 - 1692 m)
English

Sizes:
- Finished Bust Measurements: 38” 97 cm, 40” 102 cm, 42” 107 cm, 47” 119.4 cm, or 51” 130 cm

Notions:
- 4 buttons

From pattern description:


“An original design by Gwen Bortner, using a luscious hand dyed silk and wool yarn called Serendipity. This cardigan pattern knit in light weight yarn is the perfect addition to any wardrobe. The optional buttonholes are hidden in the cable twist, adding to the custom look of this handsome, yet classic, cardigan pattern. The mix of a simple cable pattern paired with a simple lace pattern results in a complex looking fabric, but no one needs to know the secret. This cardigan pattern assumes you know the basics but offers full-color diagrams on the skills listed below.”

Skills Required:

  • Cast On, Bind Off, Knit and Purl
  • Simple Knit & Purl combinations
  • Simple Cable patterns
  • Basic Seaming

Skills Covered:

  • Simple Increase and Decreases
  • Creative Button Holes
  • Maintaining a Pattern Stitch
  • Creating a Continuous Button Band and Collar
  • 3-needle Bind Off