Difficulty
This pattern is rated Intermediate. An involved stitch pattern and some shaping are used to create this sweater.
Finished Measurements
This sweater is designed to have a loose fit with approximately 11 cm (4”) of ease. To select the correct size, measure around the widest part of the chest and add 11 cm (4”)
Model pictured is wearing a size 6T and has a bust measurement of 62 cm (24.5 inches).
Centimeters given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 68 (77) 80 (87) 87
Sweater Length: 33 (37) 39 (47) 49
Sleeve Length: 26 (28) 30 (32) 34
Inches given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
Bust: 27.5 (30) 31.5 (34) 34
Sweater Length: 13 (14.5) 15 (18.5) 19
Sleeve Length: 10 (11) 12 (12.5) 13
Yarn
You will need the following total amount of a fine/sport weight (2) yarn given as: 2T (4T) 6T (8) 10
meters: 620 (870) 940 (1300) 1400
yards: 670 (950) 1100 (1450) 1500
To create a custom color palette, divide the total yarn required by the number of colors you plan to use. You’ll need approximately that amount for each color. Add an additional 9 (9) 14 (14) 14 meters / 10 (10) 15 (15) 15 yards for the color you will be using for ribbed borders (sleeve cuffs, bottom of the cardigan, neckline).
Sample was made using Brava Sport yarn. Brava Sport is a 100% acrylic, fine/sport weight (2) yarn that contains 310 meters (340 yards) per 100 grams (3.5 ounces).
The following colors of Brava Sport Yarn were used to make the sample pictured:
Color 1: Currant
Color 2: Blush
Color 3: Hunter
Color 4: Mint
Color 5: Cream
Hook Size and Notions
4.25 mm crochet hook
3.75 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Optional buttons & stitch markers
