The Heiress by Annie Modesitt

The Heiress

Knitting
January 2007
Aran (8 wpi) ?
4.5 stitches and 5 rows = 1 inch
in Rib Chart Pattern using medium needle and yarn A
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 10 - 6.0 mm
910 - 1456 yards (832 - 1331 m)
Bust: 29 (35, 40, 44, 50, 56)"
English
Errata available: anniemodesitt.com

The period is Edwardian; the details, sublime. This sweet embroidered cardigan is actually a very simple pattern with a touch of lace at the hem, cuff, and neckline. Embroidered flowers are added after the cardigan is finished. A provisional cast-on is used for the hem and cuffs of this sweater.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Yarn Requirements
A: Bouton d’Or Ksar 8 (9, 11, 11, 12, 13) skeins
B: Bouton d’Or Ksar 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3) skeins
C, D, E: Anny Blatt Victoria all sizes use 1 skein in each of three colors

Color A is the body of the cardigan and color B is the trim. Yarns C, D, and E are used in the embroidery.