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Geometric order and optical play define this cardigan, where the stitchwork is inspired by Escher’s mathematical art. Lines of textured knit and purl create shifting planes across the body, suggesting depth and layered surfaces that change with movement and light.

The cardigan is worked flat and features a classic button band and crew neckline, giving a structured frame to the dynamic patterning. Drop-shoulder sleeves keep the silhouette relaxed. Minimalist yet full of intrigue, the design invites knitters to engage with structure as much as surface. The result is a cardigan that feels at once contemporary and artful, bringing mathematical inspiration into everyday wear.

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL), {3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL}: to fit bust 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50), {52-54, 56-58, 60-62, 64-66)”/70-75 (80-85, 90-95, 100-105, 110-115, 120-125), {130-135, 140-145, 150-155, 160-165} cm.

Finished Measurements
37.25 (41.25, 43.5, 47.5, 51.75, 55.75), {59.75, 64, 68.5, 72.5}”/93 (103, 109, 119, 129.5, 139.5), {149.5, 160, 171.5, 181.5) cm circumference at chest.
Intended Ease: + 5–10”/12.5–25 cm.
Sample shown is size 471⁄2”/119 cm with 81⁄2”/21.5 cm ease on model.

Yarn
Fingering weight yarn (approximate amounts):
1180 (1330, 1400, 1530, 1670, 1800), {1930, 2060, 2200, 2330} yards/1074 (1210, 1274, 1392, 1520, 1638), {1756, 1875, 2002, 2120) m.

Miss Babs Putnam (400 yds/365 m in 3.9 oz/110 gr), Dark Parchment: 3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5), {5, 6, 6, 6} skeins.

Needles
Size US 3/3.25 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm circular and set of double-pointed needles.
Size US 2/2.75 mm: 24-32”/60-80 cm circular, 16”/40 cm circular, and set of double-pointed needles.
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

Notions
Stitch markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle, 7 buttons 5/8”/16 mm.

Gauge
26 stitches and 34 rows = 4”/10 cm in Stockinette stitch or charted pattern on larger needles, after blocking.

Notes
• The cardigan is worked in one piece from the bottom up to underarms; then fronts and back are worked separately. Stitches for sleeves are picked up along the armholes and sleeves are worked in the round from the top down.

Difficulty: Intermediate