This pattern came out of a desire for something quick, fun, and easy – a classy little cardigan to throw on over anything.

The lace pattern on the bottom is quite simple, even for a beginner.
The overall rib on the top grows out of the lace pattern pulls in just enough to be slightly more fitted.

The shorter sleeves make this wearable for most seasons; they can easily be made to full length. The raglan shaping and princess neckline are very flattering and complete the look.

This is an intermediate pattern, you need to be able to work a simple lace pattern and make decreases. The lace pattern is both written and charted.

Finished Sizes
33 (37, 41, 45, 49, 53, 57)” / 84 (94, 104, 114.5, 124.5, 134.5, 145) cm bust circumference
~ Cardigan is designed to be worn with minimal ease for a close fit.

Yarn
Punta Yarns Merisoft Space Dyed– 100% merino wool, 197 yds / 180 m per 100 g / 3.53 oz – 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7) skeins or approx 765 (855, 960, 1055, 1150, 1245, 1340) yds / 695 (780, 875, 960, 1045, 1130, 1220) m of a worsted weight yarn. Shown in colorway # SPD325.
(Note: If you can not find this yarn, Malabrigo Merino Worsted is a perfect substitute.)

Needles
Size US 6 / 4 mm circular needles in appropriate length for your size
(Note: I used the magic loop method for knitting the sleeves, you may use dpns if you prefer.)

Gauge 20 sts & 28 rows = 4” in St st / rib pattern and Sunrise, Sunset pattern

Notions 9 (9, 10, 10, 10, 11, 11) ½” buttons, tapestry needle

• Cardigan in knitted in one piece from the bottom up. The sleeves are cast on provisionally so you can knit them to your desired length at the end. They are joined with the body and the yoke is worked as one piece to the top.
• Buttonbands and top edging are worked in garter stitch and are knitted with the body of the cardigan for minimal finishing.