Elegant Diagonals by Mari Lynn Patrick

Elegant Diagonals

Knitting
February 2000
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in rib pattern, blocked
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1596 - 1938 yards (1459 - 1772 m)
38 (41, 44, 47)" (96.5 (104, 111.5, 119) cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

From the project summary: The yarn used in this project, called Linet, is a light worsted blend of linen, rayon, nylon, and acrylic. The luster of the rayon plays on the dry hand of the linen for an elegant matte and shine effect. Linet is machine washable and dryable.

Interweave SKU: EP1010

Pattern Description fron Interweave Online Store: “Long, lean vertical ribs and two types of slanting ribs, plus full-fashioned details, make this cardigan elegant, flattering, and interesting to knit.”

Finished Size: 38 (41, 44, 47)“ (96.5 (104, 111.5, 119) cm) bust/chest circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 41” (104 cm).

Yarn: Berroco Linet (linen/acrylic/viscose/nylon; 114 yd [104 m]/50 g): #3129 fines herbes, 14 (15, 16, 17) balls.

Yarn weight: #4 - Medium

Gauge: 26 sts and 30 rows = 4” (10 cm) in rib patt, blocked.

Needles: Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; seven ¾“ (2-cm) buttons.

Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2000