Edda Cardigan by Evelyn Siatra

Edda Cardigan

Knitting
November 2023
both are used in this pattern
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch, blocked.
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1382 - 2602 yards (1264 - 2379 m)
XS (S, M) (L, XL, 2X)(3X, 4X, 5X)
English
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The Edda Cardigan features a highly visual jacquard-striped pattern reminiscent of the intricate storytelling found in the ancient Norse Eddas. Just as the Eddas are filled with rich narratives and vibrant characters, the Edda Cardigan weaves a compelling tale through its design.

The V-neck buttoned fronts not only add a touch of classic elegance but also provide versatility in adjusting your comfort level. Lined pockets offer a practical element, ensuring your hands stay cozy during the chilly winter months. The modified drop-shoulder construction is a testament to thoughtful design, making this cardigan not only stylish but also exceptionally comfortable.

Wearing the Edda Cardigan is like wrapping yourself in a warm, visual narrative - a perfect companion for the heart of winter, just
as the Eddas themselves have warmed the hearts of those who appreciate ancient storytelling and fine craftsmanship.

Sizes:
XS (S,M) (L, XL, 2X) (3X, 4X, 5X).

Sample shown in Size L, 110cm / 43¼“
Finished Circumference at widest point of
torso.

Modelled with 6 cm / 2 ¼“ ease on Model A, and with -4 cm / -1 ¾” ease on Model B.

Finished Measurements:
Bust Circumference: 79.5 (89.5, 100) (110, 120, 130.5) (140.5, 150.5, 160.5) cm / 31 ¼ (35 ¼, 39 ¼) (43 ¼, 47 ¼, 51 ¼) (55 ¼, 59 ¼, 63 ¼)“.

Length to armhole: 42 cm / 16 ½“

Overall length: 67.5 (68.5, 69.5) (70.5, 71.5, 72.5) (73.5, 74.5, 75.5) cm / 26 ½ (27, 27 ¼) (27 ¾, 28 ¼, 28 ½) (29, 29 ¼, 29 ¾)“.

Sleeve length to underarm: 45 cm / 17 ¾“

Gauge:
20 sts / 28 rows = 10 cm / 4” in Stocking stitch, blocked
23 sts / 26 rows = 10 cm / 4” in stranded colourwork pattern, blocked.

Materials:
Yarn: Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts Herlig DK 50%Viking Norway Wool/50% FineMerino,100g/3.5oz, 250m/273yds

Sample shown in Fortuitous (MC), Baby Aubergine (CC1) and Contented Grapes (CC2). Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts Lascaux DK
25% Manx Loaghtan Wool/75% Punta Arenas Wool, 100g/3.5oz, 250m/273yds Sample shown in Irish Linen (CC3) and Pyrite (CC4).

Yardage: 2 (2, 2) (3, 3, 3) (3, 3, 4) skeins in MC, 2 (2, 2) (3, 3, 3) (3, 3, 4) skeins in CC1, 2 (2, 2) (2, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2) skeins in CC2, 1 (1, 1) (1, 1, 2) (2, 2, 2) skeins in CC3, and 1 skein in CC4.

Yardage Estimate:
(MC) Approx 395 (435, 478) (520, 564, 608) (655, 700, 744) m / 432 (475, 522) (568, 615, 664) (715, 763, 813) yds.
(CC1) Approx 394 (433, 476) (518, 561, 605) (651,
696, 741) m / 430 (472, 520) (565, 612, 661) (711, 760, 809) yds.
(CC2) Approx 247 (272, 299) (325, 352, 380) (409, 437, 465) m / 270 (297, 326) (355, 385, 415) (447, 477, 508) yds.
(CC3) Approx 160 (176, 193) (210, 228, 246) (264, 282, 300) m / 174 (192, 211) (229, 248, 268) (289, 308, 328) yds.
(CC4) Approx 68 (75, 83) (90, 98, 105) (113, 121, 129) m / 75 (82, 90) (98, 106, 115) (124, 132, 141) yds.

Needle sizes: One set size 4.0 mm / US 6 needles; one set size 4.0 mm / US 6, 40 cm / 16” circular needles; one set size 4.0 mm / US 6, 80 cm / 32” circular needles, or size needed to achieve gauge.

Notions: 6 x 22 mm / ? “ buttons, 4 locking stitch
markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle.