women's cardigan 96 - riley

CLASSIC KNIT JACKET

DESIGN DETAILS
- Runway inspired
- Classic fit
- 2 x 2 ribbing
- Slightly dropped shoulders for a relaxed look
- A high faced shawl collar
- Two small pockets

PATTERN DETAILS - the easy to follow pattern includes:
- Schematic for each piece
- Helpful tracking sheets for each individual size
- Diagrams and full explanations for techniques
- A link to substitute yarn

TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN
Links to videos for selected techniques are included
- Cast-on
- 2 x 2 ribbing
- Stockinette stitch
- Faced center front with buttonholes
- Kitchener stitch
- Setting in sleeves
- Mattress stitch
- Buttonhole stitch

Regardless of body measurements, everyone prefers a different finished look. It is helpful to use the “actual measurement of finished garment” to decide which size to make. The following measurements refer to this specific garment to help you find the best fit.

YARN USED FOR SAMPLE Plymouth Yarn— Arequipa Worsted 90% superwash merino wool—10% mulberry silk 3.5 ounces-(100 grams)           218 yards-(199 meters) 4(5—5—6—6) balls For your cardigan and skirt to be the correct size, it is not the brand of yarn that matters, but the GAUGE that is important. It is best to refer to the yardage to determine how many skeins or balls to purchase. FOR A SUBSTITUTE YARN CLICK HERE SUGGESTED NEEDLE SIZES - size 6-(4mm) and 8-(5mm) needles; or size needles to obtain the correct gauge - size F crochet NOTIONS - gauge ruler - ring markers - tracking sheets-included with pattern for each size - tapestry needle GAUGE - 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on size 8-(5mm) needles