This cardigan is worked in separate pieces for the front, back, and sleeves, then seamed together. The neck band and button band is finished by picking up stitches.
The Cowichan cardigan is a cardigan that originated from the Cowichan tribe in Canada. They began decorating sweaters using the Fair Isle technique, and this cardigan took the form of today’s Cowichan cardigan, which combines a shawl collar and zipper.