Named after Lake Como in northern Italy, and the cardigan carries the same vibe: relaxed but polished. Oversized and set-in, with regular sleeves, a clean neckline, and a fit that works with everything. Knitted in a fine merino and mohair blend for a drape that feels as good as it looks — the kind of cardigan worth casting on in every colour.

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The cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down. You begin by knitting the back piece, before picking up stitches for each shoulder separately and shaping the neckline opening with increases. The front and back pieces are joined under the armhole, and the body is worked back and forth in stockinette. The sleeves are worked top down by picking up stitches around the armhole. The button band and neckline ribbing are worked by picking up stitches along the front edges and the cast-on edge.

Sizes
XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL)

Bust measurement
80–85 (85–90) 90–95 (95–105) 105–115 (115–125) cm

Finished bust circumference
100 (105) 110 (120) 130 (140) cm

About 15–25 cm positive ease, oversized.

Gauge
19 sts = 10 cm in stockinette on 4.5 mm needles.

Yarn
Two strands held together throughout: Lamana Como (25 g = 120 m): 175 (175) 200 (225) 250 (275) g. Lamana Premia (25 g = 300 m): 75 (75) 75 (100) 100 (125) g. You can also knit this in any yarn that gives the same gauge — see alternatives: here. You’ll also need matching buttons or a zipper (not included).

Needles
4.5 mm circular needles.

For more information, see the pattern on dreamknit.com. You’ll also need matching buttons (not included).