Valley Yarns Balsam is a cozy women’s cardigan that is perfect for warding off the chill on any cold winter day. Knit in Berkshire Bulky, the sweater has an oversized fit that is ideal for layering and gives you freedom of movement. It features a collar, set-in pockets (lined in lighter weight Berkshire to avoid bulk), and drop-shoulder sleeves. Balsam is knit flat in one piece from the bottom up with a deep garter stitch hem and stockinette stitch body to the armholes. The sleeve stitches are picked up along the armhole edge and worked in the round to the cuff.

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Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Finished Measurements: Shown in size S with suggested 4–6” positive ease.
Bust & Hip – 36 (38, 42, 46, 50) (55¼, 57¼, 59¼, 63¼)”
Length – 24¾ (25¼, 26¼, 26¾, 27¾) (27¼, 29¼, 29¾, 31¼)”

Yarn Requirements:
Yarn A – 8 (8, 10, 11, 12) (14, 15, 16, 17) skeins Valley Yarns Berkshire Bulky (85% Wool/ 15% Alpaca; 100g/108yds) shown in 43 Medium Gray Heather
Yarn B – 1 skein Valley Yarns Berkshire (85% Wool/ 15% Alpaca; 100g/141yds) shown in 43 Medium Gray Heather for pockets

Needles:
US 9 (5.50mm) DPNs for pockets and cuffs
US 10 (6.00mm) 16–24” & 40–60” circular and DPNs to get gauge

Gauge: 12 sts and 20 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 10 (6.00mm), blocked