PDF Pattern includes:
Written explanation
Graphic pattern chart
Photo reference
Video link for technique

Difficulty: Intermediate

Patch cardigan is driven by the idea of putting twists on classics. This oversized garment features curved front closure, patched buttonholes, overall accent collar-front trim and slanted insert front pockets.

WORKFLOW
Patch cardigan is worked from top down in stockinette stitch in one piece.

SIZES
XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL

GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
Bust Circumference:
106 (114) 119 (126) 132 (137) 144 cm
41.6 (44.9) 46.9 (49.6) 52 (54) 56.6 inches

Overall Back Length (top collar to bottom edge):
59 (61) 62 (65) 67 (70) 72 cm
23.2 (24) 24.4 (25.6) 26.4 (27.6) 28.3 inches

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
5.5 mm US 9 circular needles ( 60, 80 or 100 cm 24, 32 or 40 inches )
5 mm US 8 circular needles ( 60, 80 or 100 cm 24, 32 or 40 inches )
4.5 mm US 7 circular needles ( 60, 80 or 100 cm 24, 32 or 40 inches )
OR required needle size to obtain gauge

KNITTING DENSITY (AFTER BLOCKING)
In stockinette stitch using 5.5 mm US 9 needles
15.5 sts x 22 rows = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 inches

SIZE GUIDE
The cardigan is intended for an oversized fit with approx. 15-20 cm 5.9-7.9 inches of positive ease, meaning it is designed to be about 15-20 cm 5.9-7.9 inches larger in circumference than your bust measurement, depending on preference.

For which size to choose can be varies from person to person. It would be a good idea to measure some of your favorite loose fitting clothes to help you find out how much positive ease you tend to like. Then, pick the size accordingly.

Photos demonstrate both a chest circumference 88 cm 34.6 inches woman, wearing a size XS with approx. 18 cm 7 inches positive ease.

SUGGESTED MATERIALS
500 (500) 500 (600) 600 (600) 700 gr.
Eisaku Noro, Madara, 100 gr. / 200 m - Col. 3

Knit the cardigan with 1 strand of Madara.

Accent Color Yarn :
Approx. 50 m contrast color (CC) worsted yarn of your choice

5 buttons: diam. approx. 23 mm 0.91 inches each

Yarn Alternatives
1 strand of worsted weight yarn