The pattern was exceptionally well written. I love the finishing details that give the sweater a sense of refinement, especially the faux seam on the side, the i-cord edge on the cardigan fronts, and the polished bind-off for the sleeves and neck. Every step of the pattern is extremely detailed. When starting the sweater, I had to create a chart for myself so I knew what to do; the written directions were a little overwhelming but the visual helped me a lot.