Chunky, fluffy, cozy, beginner-friendly cardigan you’ll want to live in…

Meet the Bubblegum Cardi – a soft, dreamy, oversized cardigan inspired by spring colors and cotton-candy vibes. Designed with beginners in mind, this pattern is simple, relaxing to knit, and works up quickly on chunky needles. The result? A lightweight yet warm, effortlessly stylish cardigan that feels as good as it looks.

This cardigan features a modern, relaxed silhouette with dropped shoulders and ballon sleeves. It has no front bands, which not only keeps the knitting easy and fast, but also creates a clean, minimal, contemporary look that’s easy to throw on over anything.

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

• Oversized, comfy fit with dropped shoulders
• Seamless shoulder construction (no shoulder seaming!)
• No front band – less finishing, more knitting
• Knit with two strands of yarn held together for extra fluff
• Worked on chunky needles (10mm) for quick progress
• Perfect first-cardigan project

SKILL LEVEL
Adventurous Beginner
If you can knit, purl, and bind off – you can make this cardigan!

SIZES
S/M (L/XL) 2XL/3XL (4XL/5XL)
Finished measurements are provided in the pattern to help you choose your perfect size.

MATERIALS
DROPS Melody
– 1.8 oz (50 g) = approx. 153 yds (140 m) per ball
– Fiber content: 71% Alpaca, 25% Wool, 4% Polyamide
This cardigan is worked holding 2 strands together throughout.
Sample shown in: Color #14 Vanilla and Color #17 Hot Pink

Yardage (Total yarn required):
355g / 355g (390g / 390g) 435g / 435g (481g / 481g)

TOOLS

• Circular needles 10mm (US15), 40cm(16in), 80cm(32in), 100cm (40in)
• Circular needles 8mm (US11), 40cm(16in), 80cm(32in), 100cm(40in) Or DPNs 10mm, 8mm
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch holder or piece of scrap yarn

GAUGE
9.5 sts x 14 rows = 4 x 4in (10x10cm)