Summer Vibes Cardigan by Julee Mackessy

Summer Vibes Cardigan

Knitting
August 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 18.25 rows = 4 inches
in lace pattern, blocked
US 8 - 5.0 mm
640 - 1010 yards (585 - 924 m)
1 (2, 3)
English
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This cardigan is a beautiful way to showcase special skeins and treasured stash yarn. The simple construction is worked in two pieces and sewn together at the center, creating a relaxed, easy-to-wear layering piece with endless customization possibilities.
The width can be easily adjusted by adding or removing panels, making it simple to create your perfect fit. Whether you’re looking to use up leftover yarn, highlight handspun fibers, or feature unique single skeins, this pattern is designed to let every yarn tell its story.

PATTERN INFORMATION:

  • Worked in two pieces and sewn together at center.
  • Width is easily customizable by adding more panels.
  • Great for using up stash yarn or single skeins.
  • Sample shown in size 50” / 124cm on 35”/ 89cm chest circumference with 15” / 38cm positive ease.

Materials:

  • Main Body: US 8 (5 mm) in 24”/60cm or length preferred.
  • US 8 (5 mm) double pointed needles or preferred method for sleeves.

Notions:

  • Scrap yarn or stitch holder
  • Darning needle

Finished size: 50 (57, 64)” / 124 (142, 160)cm bust circumference
To be worn with 10-20” 25.5-60cm of positive ease

Gauge: 16 sts x 18.25 rows = 4”/10cm with US 8 (5 mm) in lace pattern, blocked

Yarn:
For sizes: 1 (2, 3)
640 (770, 1010) yards
585 (700, 925)m

Not all skeins were labeled with yardage/meters. The yarn used is an estimate based on the skeins that were labeled in the stash.

Yarn used:
Darn Good Yarns Sari Starter Stash. (Light Worsted / DK Weight; 100% Recycled Sari Silk; 50g; 150 yards / 137 meters). 5 (6, 7) skeins. Color used: Surprise Bundle.

Skills to explore: dropping yarn-overs, 3-needle bind-off, small circumference knitting, working flat