Bell sleeves bring serious style to this relaxed v-neck cardigan that’s all about effortless elegance. Simple garter and stockinette stitches let the dramatic sleeve shape do the talking, while the button-front closure gives you styling options for days. Wear it loose and open or cinched with a belt for a totally different vibe.

Franca is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed.

SIZES
(1, 2, 3, 4) 5, 6, 7 {8, 9, 10, 11}

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust Circumference (seamed, buttoned): (34¾, 39¼, 42¾, 47¼) 50¾, 55¼, 58¾ {63¼, 66¾, 71¼, 74¾}“ / (87, 98, 107, 118) 127, 138, 147 {158, 167, 178, 187} cm
Garment Length: (18, 18½, 19, 19½) 20½, 20½, 21 {21½, 22, 23¼, 23¾}” / (45, 46.5, 47, 49) 551, 51, 52.5 {54, 55, 58, 59.5} cm
Shown in size 2 (39¼“ / 98 cm), modeled with 3¾” / 9.5 cm positive ease.
Recommended ease: approximately 3-4” / 7.5-10 cm positive ease.

YARN
BERROCO MERINO 401 CHUNKY (150 g): (4, 5, 5, 6) 6, 7, 8 {8, 9, 9, 10} balls #13297 Garnish

NEEDLES
Knitting needles, size 11 / 8 mm or size to obtain gauge
40” / 100 cm circular needle, size 11 / 8 mm

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, (4) 7/8” buttons

GAUGE
12 sts and 15 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette st
12 sts and 18 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Garter st
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.