Construction
You will begin by provisionally casting on stitches and working the upper back section. Then shape the back neck and shoulders using German Short Rows. Next, you will work the two front sections from the top-down. Once you reach the armholes, join the back and front sections together to work the body in one piece until you reach the start of the hem. Then, work a split hem in 2x2 ribbing to finish the body. Pick up stitches along the inside edges to work each button band, followed by the neck trim. Finish by picking up stitches along the armholes to work each sleeve in the round.

Skill Level
Intermediate

Sizing
XS (S, M, L, XL) (XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
Finished bust: 92.5 (102.5, 113, 123, 133.5) (143.5, 153.5, 163.5, 174) cm / 36.5 (40.25, 44.5, 48.5, 52.5) (56.5, 60.5, 64.5, 68.5)“
Recommended ease: This cardigan is designed with approximately 16.5-21.5 cm / 6.5-8.5” of positive ease at its widest point, however, the fit will vary based on your bust and torso measurements.
Sample shown is knit in size M.
Full sizing chart included in pattern.

Yarn
Chelsea Luxe Yarns, Cozy DK (boucle), 100 g / 220 m (3.5 oz / 240 yds), shown in Rose Gold colourway

3 (4, 4, 5, 5) (5, 6, 6, 7) skeins, or approx. 640 (715, 795, 890, 970) (1080, 1185, 1305, 1410) m / 700 (780, 870, 970, 1060) (1185, 1295, 1425, 1540) yds

The sample was knit using a DK weight boucle yarn, which realistically works up more like a worsted weight yarn. If you choose not to work with a boucle yarn, it is recommended that you use a worsted weight rather than a DK. Always knit a gauge swatch beforehand and adjust your needle size if necessary.

Needles

• 4 mm (US 6) circular needles for body and sleeves {Cable lengths: 40-60 cm and 80-100 cm (16-24” and 32-40”)}
• 3 mm (US 3) circular needles for ribbing, button bands, and neck trim {Cable lengths: 23-40 cm and 60-80 cm (9-16” and 24-32”)}
• Crochet hook for provisional cast on

Gauge
14.5 sts x 26 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm (4” x 4”) in stockinette stitch on 4 mm (US 6) needles, after blocking.

Notions

• 5-6 buttons (25 mm / 1”)
• Stitch holders
• DK weight (or thinner) scrap yarn in contrasting colour
• 4 x stitch markers (2 x attachable)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Measuring tape