Cables in Cables Cardigan

Finished Bust Measurements: 38, 42, 46 & 50 inches.

Materials: 8, 9, 10, 11 hanks of Lorna's Laces Revelation. US#8 & US#10 needles.

Gauge: 3.5 sts per inch.

Oat Couture Sante Fee Shirt #GU431

This super-comfy shirt is knit in reverse stockinet with columns of twisted rib. Fairly simple. The collar at the neck and vertical button bands up the front lends a slimming effect. Knit in worsted or aran weight yarn.

Finished sizes 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54" at bust.

Worsted/DK weight version (5 sts per inch): 755, 835, 910, 980, 1050, 1125, 1195 yds. US#5 & 7, split lock markers.

Aran (heavy worsted) weight version (4 sts per inch): 600, 675, 725, 775, 835, 895, 955 yds. US#9 & 7, split lock markers.

See my yarns that get this gauge on my yarn standards page.

Oat Couture Capri Sweater Shirt #EK719

an "easy knit" pattern from Oat Couture.

This super-comfy (and super-easy!) shirt is knit in reverse stockinette stitch. The V-Neck, and vertical button bands up the front lends a slimming effect. Knit in worsted or aran weight yarn.

Finished sizes 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51" at bust.

Worsted/DK weight version (5 sts per inch): 1125, 1200, 1350, 1425, 1545, 1625 yds. US#6 & 8, split lock markers.

Aran (heavy worsted) weight version (4 sts per inch): 925, 975, 1065, 1150, 1225, 1300 yds. US#9 & 7, split lock markers.

See my yarns that get this gauge on my yarn standards page.

Neck Down One Button Cardigan #292

from Knitting Pure and Simple

Finished Chest Measurements: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 inches.

Materials: Light Worsted Weight Yarn 935, 1100, 1226, 1350, 1456, 1567 yds. 29" and 16" circular needles size 6 and 4. Double pointed size 4. Or sizes needed to get gauge. Scrap yarn, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 5 sts per inch.

Neck Down Summer Open Cardigan #294

from Knitting Pure and Simple

Finished Chest Measurements: 33, 37, 42, 46, 50, 54 inches.

Materials: Bulky Weight Yarn 650, 695, 795, 965, 1060, 1125 yds. 29" circular needles size 10.5 and 8. 29" 16" circular needles size 8. Double pointed size 10.5 and 8. Or sizes needed to get gauge. Scrap yarn, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 3.5 sts per inch.

Oat Couture Montreal Jacket #GU429

This jacket has a simple textured slip stitch, in vertical columns, that is very very easy to do.

Finished Chest Measurements: 39, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54 inches.

Choose to knit it in Worsted Weight or DK Weight Yarns.

Materials for Worsted Weight Yarn (normally gets 4.25 sts per inch): 1240, 1370, 1400, 1535, 1620, 1700 yds. US#8 & #6 needles, 24" circular #6. 8 stitch holders.

Materials for DK Weight Yarn (normally gets 5 sts per inch): 1455, 1600, 1720, 1885, 1990, 2090 yds. US#4 & #6 needles, 24" circular #4. 8 stitch holders.

Lazy Daisy Cardigan

This sweater is knit in 3 pieces: the back and backs of the sleeves, each front and the front half of a sleeve.

Sizes: Finished Chest Measurement of 40, 46 & 52". Sleeve lengths are easily adjustable, and body length is also easily adjustable.

Materials: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport 1400 yds. US#5 or needle necessary to get 6 sts per inch.

Victoria Cardigan

The Victoria Cardigan is a close fitting, waist length surplice. The open garter stitch lends a good deal of stretch to the finished garment. Helen's Lace, knit on a US#4 needle produces a very thin fabric, yet still warm due to the wool/silk blend.

Sizes: 34, 36, 38 and 40".

Materials: 2 hanks of Lorna's Laces Helen's Lace for all sizes. US#4 needle (set of straights, 29" circular and pair of double points. Crochet Hook F for cast on. Or size needed to get 6 sts per inch in garter stitch.

Simple Cardigan #168 from Vermont Fiber Designs

This gorgeous cardigan rates an experienced level of knitter because of the use of short row shaping in the collar and sleeves. If you've not worked short rows before, give it a try. You will find that it is not hard at all and the cardigan is well worth the effort.

Finished Chest Measurements: 26.5,30.75, 34.75, 38, 42.25, 46.25, 50.5, 54.25, 57.25, 61.75, 64.75 inches

Materials: 1150, 1300, 1450, 1575, 1725, 1850, 2050, 2175, 2325, 2525, 2700 yds. Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport will knit up beautifully in this pattern. (Shepherd Sport gets 6 sts per inch, usually on a #4 needle.)

US#5 (or size needed to get gauge) in a 29" or longer circular needle and stitch markers.

Gauge is 6 sts per inch.

Garter Basketweave Cardigan #161 from Vermont Fiber Designs

A truly easy cardigan to knit up. The stitch pattern is memorized in no time. Both men's and women's versions are included.

Finished Chest Measurements: 27.5, 33, 35.5, 41, 43.5, 49, 51.5, 57, 59.5, 65, 67.5, 73 inches

Materials for Women's: 1250, 1350, 1425, 1550, 1700, 1875, 1925, 2100, 2225, 2400, 2475, 2625 yds
Materials for Men's:1375, 1500, 1600, 1750, 1900, 2100, 2225, 2425, 2600, 2800, 2875, 3050 yds of worsted weight yarn. Cascade's Sierra and Cascade 220 both will make up crisply in this pattern. US#5 pair of straights and a 40" circular. Pair of US#7.

Gauge is 6 sts per inch in garter basketweave pattern.

Empire Waist Cap Sleeve Pullover #164 from Vermont Fiber Designs

A simple eyelet pattern used for the yoke, with an openwork rib for below the waist, sleeves and collar. The style brings the observer's eyes upward toward the face. A wonderful look. Try Cascade's Pima Tencel Cotton/Tencel yarn.

Finished Chest Measurements: 28.5, 33, 37.25, 41.75, 46, 50.25, 54.75, 59, 63.5, 67.75, 72.25 inches

Materials: 1000, 1000, 1100, 1225, 1350, 1450, 1550, 1625, 1750, 1900, 2025 yds of a light worsted/DK weight yarn. 29" or longer US#6 needle & US#7 needle. Pair of US#7 needles, stitch holders.

Gauge is 5.5 sts per inch in eyelet pattern.

Oat Couture #GU428 Mendocino Sweater

Finished Chest Measurements: 39, 42, 45, 48, 51, 54 inches.

Sport weight version materials: 1890, 1995, 2180, 2295, 2495, 2725 yds. 29-36" circular needles size 4 & 5. Stitch holders and ring markers.

Gauge: 5.75 sts per inch.

Worsted weight version materials: 1340, 1425, 1545, 1625, 1770, 1930 yds. 29-36" circular needles size 6 & 7. Stitch holders and ring markers.

Gauge: 4.75 sts per inch.

Pirouette

Short sleeve crop jacket with a ballet wrap closure. Knit in Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport and trimmed in Lorna's Laces Lion & Lamb.

Garment measurement at bustline: 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 inches.

US #5 needles or needle needed to get gauge of 6 sts per inch.

Yarn: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4 hanks and Lion & Lamb 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2 hanks.

Karis

Asymetrical cropped lace jacket in DK weight wool.

Finished garment measurements at bustline: 30, 34, 38, 42, 47, 51 & 57 inxhwa.

US #6 & 7 needles.

Gauge: 5.25 sts per inch using US#7 over cable/lace pattern.

Yarn: Lorna's Laces Green Line DK 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 7 hanks.

Little Springtime Jacket

A comfortable, slightly "A" shaped swing jacket with lace scalloped hem on body and 3/4" sleeves.

Garment measures at bustline: 36, 40, 44.5, 48.5, 54.5 inches.

Needles are US#4 & 5 or size needed to get a gauge of 6 sts per inch.

Yarn: Lorna's Laces Green Line DK 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 hanks

Gwenda Cabled Yoke Cardigan

Yoke is knit side-ways in Green Line worsted. Body is picked up from side of yoke and knit down in Green Line DK.

Finished garment measurements at bustline: 31, 35, 39, 43, 47, 51, 55 & 59 inches.

US#7 and #9 needles or size needed to get gauge.

Green Line Worsted: 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5 hanks. Green Line DK 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6 hanks.

Knitting Pure and Simple Women's Neckdown Bulky Shrug #286

Finished Chest Measurements: 34, 36, 40, 44, 48 inches.

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn 260, 275, 310, 375 yds. 29" circular needles size 11. Double pointed size 10.5, and 24" #10.5. Or sizes needed to get gauge. Scrap yarn, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 2.5 sts per inch.

Knitting Pure and Simple Women's Plus Size Cardigan #287

Finished Chest Measurements: 46, 50, 54, 58, 62 inches.

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn 1325, 1400, 1575, 1725, 1985 yds. (Cascade Pastaza or Pastaza Paints fits this perfectly!) 36" circular needles size 9 and 7. Double pointed size 9 and 7, and 16" #9. Or sizes needed to get gauge. Scrap yarn, 8-10 buttons (3/4 or 1"), coilless safety pins, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 4 sts per inch.

Knitting Pure and Simple Neck Down Swing Coat #285

Finished Chest Measurements: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 inches.

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn 1200, 1350, 1460, 1550, 1675 yds. (Cascade Pastaza or Pastaza Paints fits this perfectly!) 29" circular needles size 9 and 8. Double pointed size 9 and 8, and 16" 9 and 8. Or sizes needed to get gauge. Scrap yarn, 6-10 buttons, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 4 sts per inch.

Oat Couture Spring Jacket #GU427

Finished Chest Measurements: 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 54, 54 inches.

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn 1190, 1270, 1400, 1485, 1615, 1695, 1795 yds. 36" circular needles sizes 9 and 10 (or sizes needed to get gauge). 1 button. 6 stitch markers and 2 markers.

Gauge: 4.5 sts per inch. See my yarns that get this gauge on my yarn standards page. A firm wool yarn, verses a soft yarn, would be a better choice.

Knitting Pure and Simple Women's Neckdown Collared Bolero #284

Finished Chest Measurements: 33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53 inches.

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn 790, 850, 965, 1025, 1225, 1400 yds. 24" circular needles sizes 8 and 7. 16" circular needle 8. Double pointed size 8. Or sizes needed to get gauge. 2 1 inch (or 3/4 inch) buttons. Scrap yarn, stitch markers and blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 4.5 sts per inch. Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted gets this gauge and would make a lovely Bolero. See my other yarns that get this gauge on my yarn standards page.

Oat Couture #GU425 Caswell Cardigan

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62”.

Materials: Aran Weight (heavy worsted) yarn 1375, 1500, 1635, 1765, 1940, 2075, 2255 yds

Gauge: 4 sts per inch.

Cascade Pastaza is a perfect 4 sts per inch!

Seed Stitch Shawl Collar #MS158 from Mari

Finshed Chest Measurements: 42.25, 44.5, 46.75, 48.25, 49.5, 51.75 inches

Materials: Worsted weight wool 1656, 1780, 1910, 1990, 2070, 2205 yds

Hooded Placket Pullover #MS165 from Mari

Finshed Chest Measurements: 42.75, 44.5, 46.25, 48, 49.75, 51.5 inches

Materials: Worsted weight wool 1625, 1680, 1740, 1800, 1875, 1935 yds

Cabled Coat-Jacket #MS151 from Mari

Finshed Chest Measurements: 46, 50, 54 inches

Materials: Bulky weight yarn 1600, 1770, 1960 yds

Cabled Hoody #MS163 from Mari

Finshed Chest Measurements: 43, 45, 47.25, 49.25, 51.5, 53.5 inches

Materials: Worsted Weight wool 2050, 2120, 2270, 2355, 2515, 2595 yds.

Knitting Pure and Simple #278 Scoop Neck Cardigan

Finished Measurements: Chest: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 inches. Length 25 inches.

Materials: 1150, 1210, 1400, 1475, 1600, 1820 yds of worsted weight yarn. 24 inch circulars #4 and #6, 16 inche circular #6, double point needles #6.

Gauge: 5sts per inch. Cascade 220 Superwash, or Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted are both wonderful choices, or check my yarn standards page. Stitch markers, tapestry needle and safety pins.

Knitting Pure and Simple #274 Maternity Cardigan

Finished Measurements: Chest: 33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53 inches. Length 27 inches.

Materials: 1250, 1325, 1400, 1500, 1650, 1775 yds of worsted weight yarn. 24 inch circulars #8 and #6, 16 inche circular #8, double point needles #8.

Gauge: 4.5sts per inch. We have numerous soft yarns. Check our yarn standards page.

Oat Couture Topanga Coat #GU423

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 43, 48,53, 57, 62 inches.

Materials: Chunky weight yarn such as Lorna's Laces Shepherd Bulky that normally gets 3.5 sts per inch. 1095, 1215, 1385, 1485, 1696 or 1800 yds of Color A, and 465, 525, 595, 640, 725 or 775 yards of Color B. US#9 and 10.5 needles, 1 extra needle 10.5 or 11, 4 split-lock markers, 4 stitch holders, 1 ring marker, tapestry needle and 7 buttons.

Gauge: 3.5 sts per inch in stockinette using large needle.

Lorna's Laces Tamara Jacket

A barely-there jacket is the perfect coverup when evenings turn chilly. The short, modified set-in sleeves are worked in an alternating cable and openwork pattern. The cut-away body is stockinette stitch. All openings are edged with a narrow band of 1/1 Twisted Rib.

Finshed Chest Measurements: 34, 36, 40, 44 inches.

Materials: 3, 3, 4, 5 hanks (sample shown in Red Rover #107) of Shepherd Sport. US#4 and 5 circular needles, cable needle, stitch holders and stitch markers.

Ballet Wrap Cardigan #154
Vermont Fiber Designs

The ribbed openwork in this stunning cardigan makes it great for many body types. It molds nicely to your curves, ties at the waist and flares out slightly at the hips.

Finished chest measurements: 27, 31.5, 34, 38.5, 43, 47.5, 51.5, 54.5, 59, 63.5, 67.5 inches

Materials: Worsted weight wool 1050, 1200, 1250, 1400, 1550, 1675, 1750, 1875, 1950, 2100, 2200 yds. US#7 needles. Double pointed US#6 needles.

Gauge: look for yarn that normally gets 5 sts per inch, such as Cascade Sierra

Seed & Slip Stitch Rib Cardigan #118
Vermont Fiber Designs

Seed stitch is a very simple pattern to work, and the slip stitch rib adds just the right touch to make this a lovely cardigan. The narrow ribs at the base of the sweater are worked again in the cuffs, button plackets and collar, which creates a wonderful sense of harmoney and flow.

Finished Chest Measurements: 35, 38.5, 42, 46, 49, 53, 56.5, 60, 63.5 inches

Materials: Worsted weight wool 1302, 1395, 1488, 1581, 1674, 1860, 1953, 2046, 2232 yds. US#8 and US#6 needles. seven 7/8 inch buttons.

Gauge: look for yarn that normally gets 5 sts per inch, such as Cascade Sierra

Swing Coat #150
Vermont Fiber Designs

This is a great coat for cool weather! Its flared silhouette skims nicely over the hips, so it flatters many different body types. The sweater was worked at a slightly tighter gauge than the yarn called for, which gives it more body -- a good thing in a coat.

Finished Chest Measurements: 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 70 inches, with a generous increase for the hip.

Materials: Worsted weight wool 1450, 1550, 1650, 1775, 1900, 2075, 2150, 2300, 2450, 2575, 2725 yds. US#6 circular needle 29" long. Pair of US#6 nedles. Pair US#5 needles for collar. Stitch Marker. Cable Needle. three 1" buttons.

Gauge: look for yarn that normally gets 4.5 sts per inch, such as Cascade 220 or Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted.

Slip Stitch Coat #152 from Vermont Fiber Designs

Perfect for cold weather due to its thickness. Consider going up one size if you want to wear another sweater underneath. Stitch pattern is easily memorized, and knits up very quickly. Instructions also include a men's version.

Finished Chest Measurements: 28.5, 33.5, 36, 40.5, 45, 50, 52, 57, 59.5, 64, 68.5, 73.5, 76 inches.

Materials: Main color-775, 850, 925, 1000, 1075, 1175, 1200, 1300, 1350, 1425, 1500, 1550, 1600 and for the contrast color-475, 500, 550, 600, 625, 700, 700, 775, 800, 850, 875, 900, 950 yards.
(for men's version: Main color -875, 950, 1000, 1100, 1175, 1275, 1325, 1425, 1500, 1600, 1725, 1775, 1850 yards; contrast color 525, 550, 600, 650, 700, 750, 775, 850, 875, 950, 1000, 1050, 1075.)

Gauge: chunky weight wool is a yarn that gets 3 sts per inch in stockinette.

Knitting Pure and Simple Neckdown Bulky Bolero #267

Finished Chest: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 inches. Length is 15 inches.

Materials: Bulky or Chunky weight yarn 525, 610, 650, 725, 810 890 yds. US#10 & 11 29" and 16" circular size 11 and set of double pointed needle size 10 and 11. stitch holders. Scrap Yarn. Blunt Darning needle

Gauge 3.25 st per inch. Try Lorna's Laces Shepherd Bulky or Swirl Chunky

Lorna's Laces Georgia Jacket

Random cables of varying sizes are the main focus of this jacket. The cables begin without any introduction at the lower body edge, while the indented sleeves start with turned-back cuffs worked in horizontal ribbing. Front edges are also trimmed with horizontal ribbing, and end with an extended tab for the single-button closure.

Finished Chest Measurements: 40, 45, 50 & 55 inches

Materials: 13, 14, 15, 16 hanks of Lorna's Laces Swirl Chunky (sample is in #4ns Blackberry). US#6 (4mm) 29" circular needle. US#7 (4.5mm), cable needle and stitch holders.

Gauge: knit tightly at 4.75 sts per inch in pattern.

Lorna's Laces Cara Cardigan or Vest.

An allover cable and openwork pattern is the focus of this design. The vertical line of the pattern is enhanced by the lengthened lower band, which is worked in 2x2 ribbing. The snug hood repreats the textured theme; front edges and vest armbands are ribbed also. A zipper is used for closures. When knit as a cardigan, stockinette stitch sleeves add further textural interest.

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 44 inches

Materials: Lorna's Laces Swirl DK 11, 12, 13 balls for Cardigan; 8, 9 10 balls for Vest. (sample is #7ns Cedar). US#5 and 6 needle. Stitch holders. Stitch Markers. Cable Needle. Zipper.

Knitting Pure & Simple Neckdown Wrap Cardigan #263

Flattering wrap style cardigan, close fitting, written for worsted weight yarn at 4 1/2 to the inch. Women's sizes small to xx-large.

Finished bust measurements: 33, 36, 40, 43, 47 inches

Yarn: 1000, 1050, 1120, 1200, 1300 light worsted weight yarn. Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted is a light worsted.

Equipment: 24" circular needles sizes 8 and 7. 16" circular needle size 8. Double point needles sizes 8 and 7. Scrap yarn, stitch markers, blunt Darning needle .

Gauge: 4.5 sts per inch. Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted gets this, and would make a lovely cardigan in one of the nearly solid colors.

Fiber Trends Options Jacket LL481

Boxy shape, fitted sleeves, wide garter stitch bands and optional collar create a perfect blend of casual elegance!

Finished bust measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48 inches

Yarn: 680, 745, 830, 910 yds of super bulky weight yarn.

Equipment: US #10.5 (6.5mm) and 11 (8mm).

Gauge: 2.75 sts per inch

Lorna's Laces Chevron Cardigan

Finished Bust Measurements: 37, 41, 45, 48 inches.

Materials: 1 skein Heaven. Shepherd Sport 1 skein each of 3 different colors. 7, 7, 8, 8 buttons. Needles US#5 and #7.

Gauge: 5.25 sts per inch.

Oat Couture Cottonwood Coat #EK714 (EASY KNIT)

1 Coat - 6 sizes. 2 different weights.

Finished Bust Measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56 inches.

Materials for Bulky Version (3.5 sts per inch): 1450, 1600, 1725, 1890, 2025, 2150 yds of bulky weight yarn. Pocket Linings: 90 yds of worsted weight yarn. Needles US#10 and 10.5. 29" circular in a US#10.5. 4 split-ring markers, 1 ring marker, 6 st holders, 5 buttons.

Materials for SuperBulky Version (2.5 sts per inch): 1125, 1235, 1325, 1460, 1565, 1665 yds of superbulky weight yarn. Pocket Linings: 90 yds of worsted weight yarn. Needles US#10.5, 13 and 15. 29" circular in a US#15. 4 split-ring markers, 1 ring marker, 6 st holders, 5 buttons.

Oat Couture South Slope Cardigan #GU411

This bias knit long-sleeved cardigan uses handpainted or variegated yarn to full effect. Knit in worsted weight. Adult sizes 38” to 54” finished at bust/chest.

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 46, 50, 54 inches

Materials: 1200, 1375, 1525, 1700, 1900 yds worsted weight yarn. US#6 and 8 needles. US#6 36" circular.

Gauge: 5 sts per inch in stockinette

Oat Couture Manet Jacket #GU413

This easy-going, very flattering jacket features a loose-fitting body and 3/4 length sleeves. Using two colors of yarn in a brioche stitch pattern for the body and a neat slip stitch pattern for the yoke, the knitting is not difficult. Knit in chunky weight yarn. To fit adult 38” to 54” at bust.

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 41, 44, 47, 50, 54 inches

Materials: Worsted Weight 550, 600, 675, 725, 800, 875 yards sold color A. AND Chunky Weight 495, 540, 595, 645, 700, 765 yds of multi color. US#10 and 10.5 36" circular. US#10 double pointed needles. 6 buttons.

Gauge: 3 sts per inch in body pattern.

Lorna's Laces Adult Stripes Cardigan

Don't we have fun with color!! Pick your favorite multi Shepherd Yarn and a matching or contrast nearly solid! Oh the choices could drive you mad!!

Finished Chest Measurements: 40, 44, 58, 52 inches

Materials-Lorna's Laces: Shepherd Worsted 4, 4, 5, 6 hanks of a multi color and 3, 3, 4, 4 hanks of nearly solid. 8-10 buttons. US#8 double points and #8 24" circular needles.

Gauge: 4.5 sts per inch in stockinette

Photo garment appears to have been done in the multi-color Georgetown and nearly solid Periwinkle.

Lorna's Laces Basic Cardigan

Perfectly easy! I have one for dressing up, and one for working in the store. Wonderfully soft and silky, a sheer delight to knit with.

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 46, 50, 54 inches

Materials-Lorna's Laces: Lion and Lamb (50/50 silk/wool) 5, 6, 6, 7, 9 hanks. 7-9 buttons. US#6 and #8 needles.

Gauge: 5 sts per inch in stockinette

Photo garment appears to have been done in the color Glenwood.

Lorna's Laces Lace and Bobble Cardigan

Designed by Nancie M Wiseman. A stunning and rewarding project to knit. Lightweight, yet warm. Lacy diamond borders up the sleeves and body, with a lacy bobble hem and welts.

Finished Chest Measurements: 35.5, 40, 45.5 inches. 20.5, 21.5, 22.5 inches length

Materials-Lorna's Laces: 1 hank Helen's Lace and 1 hank Heaven. Ring markers. 7 buttons. US#6 and #8 needles.

Gauge: 4 sts per inch in stockinette using both yarns held together on larger needles.

Photo garment appears to have been done in Blackberry.

Lorna's Laces Perfect Parfait Cardigan.

Finished Chest Measurements: 40, 42, 46, 50 inches.

Materials: Lorna's Laces Lion and Lamb 2, 2, 3, 3, hanks. Lorna's Laces Glory 4, 4, 5, 5, hanks. (sample shown used color #44 Grey's Corner.) US#7 and #9 needles. Stitch holders. 7 buttons.

Oat Couture Heavenly Jacket #GU418

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58 inches.

Materials 1075, 1150, 1325, 1425, 1665, 1825 worsted weight yarn. 6 st holders, 8 split ring markers, US#6 and 7.

Gauge: 4.5 sts per inch (18 sts per 4 inches). May I recommend Shepherd Worsted from Lorna's Laces.

Oat Couture Celtic Cardigan

Finished Chest Measurements: 38, 42, 46, 52 inches.

Materials 1725, 1850, 2025, 2250 worsted weight yarn. 6 st holders, 7 buttons. US#6 and 8 needles.

Gauge: 6 sts per inch over garter stitch rib (24 sts per 4 inches).

Written for Bulky or Chunky yarns, at 3.25 stitches to the inch.

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 and 56". Length 24"

3.25 sts per inch.

Materials: 825, 890, 975, 1095, 1200, 1295 yds.

I recommend Knit One Crochet Too Temptation Yarn Alpaca and Merino Wool.

29" US#9 and 10.5; and 16" US#10.5. double point US#10.5 and #9. Scrap yarn, stitch markers, safety pins. 22" separating jacket zipper or 5 to 8 3/4" buttons.

Knitting Pure and Simple Women's Bulky Neckdown Cardigan #252

Oat Couture Autumn Coat #GU415

A very versatile coat, the Autumn Coat features subtle textures and flattering flared design.

Sizes: Finished Chest sizes 38, 41, 45, 48, 52, 55"

Materials: Chunky Weight 1130, 1225, 1330, 1425, 1555, 1650 yds.

Needles: 36" circular sizes US#10 & 11, 7 markers (2 of one color, 5 of a 2nd color), 4 st holders, 1 button

Gauges: Chunky Weight 3.5 sts per inch on smaller size needle in Garter Rib Pattern.

Oat Couture Seville Jacket #GU409

This classic waist-length bolero featuring 3/4 length sleeves can be worn anywhere, from the office to an evening out, and everywhere in between! The pattern is written for three weights of yarn – use just about any yarn to create the look you want. Knit in dk, worsted, or chunky weight.

Sizes: Finished Chest sizes 36, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51"

Materials: DK Yarn 685, 790, 900, 1010, 1080, 1235 yds.
Worsted Weight 600, 685, 780, 875, 935, 1075 yds.
Chunky Weight 465, 530, 610, 675, 730 825 yds.

Needles: for DK US#4 & 5, cable needle.
Worsted Weight US#7 & 8, cable needle.
Chunky Weight US#9 & 10, cable needle.

Gauges: for DK 5.5 sts per inch.
Worsted Weight 4.5 sts per inch.
Chunky Weight 3.5 sts per inch.

Knitting Pure and Simple Women's Side to Side Cardigan #202

Written for heavy worsted or mohair yarns, at 4 stitches to the inch. Finished measurements 36 to 52 inches. Begin knitting at the left front band and knit around your body! Looks great with variegated yarns, the stripey effect that sometimes happens with these yarns is more vertical. The yarn shown is Lorna's Laces Glory in color #37 Forest.

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52". Length 24"

4 sts per inch.

Materials: 950, 1050, 1125, 1255, 1340 yds.
24" US#9 and 16" US#9 and US#8, double point US#8 and #9.

Knitting Pure and Simple Neckdown Hooded Cardigan #225

Written for heavy worsted weight yarn at 4 stitches to the inch, this top down begins at the top of the hood! Wrap closing with a belt.

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52". Length 38"

4 sts per inch.

Materials: 1500, 1751, 1925, 2100, 2325 yds.
24" US#9 and 16" US#9, double point US#7 and #9. Scrap yarn. Stitch markers. Safety pins.

Knitting Pure and Simple Basic Cardigan #9725

Uses heavy worsted weight yarn at a gauge of 4 stitches to the inch. Shown with garter stitch borders, any rib can be substituted.

Fin Chest measurements: 38, 42, 46, 50, 54". Length 26"

4 sts per inch.

Materials: 1005, 1200, 1300, 1360, 1500 yds.
24" US#9 and #6, 16" US#9, double point US#6 and #9. Scrap yarn. Stitch markers. 20 inch separating zipper. sewing needle and thread. 8 to 10 5/8 to 3/4 inch buttons, safety pins.

Knitting Pure and Simple Weekend Jacket #234

A cardigan version of the weekend pullover, written for super bulky yarn at 2 stitches to the inch. You really can knit it in a weekend! Directions are given for a zipper closing, or a button band.

Fin Chest measurements: 40, 44, 48, 52".  Length 22"

2 sts per inch. Super Bulky Yarn.

Materials: 495, 550, 595, 625 yds super bulky weight.
29 inch circ ndles US#17. Double Pointed sizes 17. 24 inch circ ndles US#15. Double Pointed sizes 15.
Scrap yarn. 4 stitch markers. 20 inch separating zipper. sewing needle and thread.

Knitting Pure and Simple Neckdown Jacket #201

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52".  Length 23"

4 sts per inch.

Materials: 935, 1010, 1150, 1210, 1260 yds heavy worsted weight.
24 inch circ ndles US#7 and 9. 16 inch circ #7 and 9. Double Pointed sizes 7 and 9.
Scrap yarn. stitch markers. 20 inch separating zipper. sewing needle and thread.

Knitting Pure and Simple V-Neck Neckdown Cardigan for Women #994

4.5 sts per inch.

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52".  Length 25".
Materials: 1250, 1325, 1400, 1500, 1650 yds worsted weight. 6, 6, 7, 7, 8 hanks of Lorna's Shepherd Worsted. 24" circ ndles #7 & #5.  16" circ #7. Double Pointed sizes 5 & 7.  Scrap yarn. stitch markers. 8-10 buttons approx 5/8". safety pins.

Knitting Pure & Simple: Neckdown Summer Cardigan for Women #221

Fin Chest measurements: 36, 40, 44, 48, 52".  Length 20".
Materials: 900, 995, 1050, 1195, 1400 yds of Worsted, for 18sts per inch.  4, 5, 5, 6, 7 hanks of Lorna's Shepherd Worsted.  24" Circ in US 5 & 7.  16" Circ in US 7. Dbl Pt needles in US 5 & 7. or sizes to get gauge.  Scrap yarn, st markers, 5/8 to 3/4" buttons - 4 to 6, safety pins.
A lightweight short sleeved cardigan knitted from the top down with yarn over increases. Written for worsted weight yarn at 4 1/2 stitches to the inch. Perfect for a light layer over dresses or tank tops.

Knitting Pure & Simple: Neckdown VNeck Shaped Cardigan for Women #241

Fin Chest measurements: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52".  Length 23".
Materials: 955, 1102, 1200, 1323, 1587, 1723 yds of Lt Worsted or DK, for 20sts per inch.  5, 5, 6, 6, 7, 8 hanks of Lorna's Shepherd Worsted.  24" Circ in US 4 & 6.  16" Circ in US 6. Dbl Pt needles in US 4 & 6. or sizes to get gauge.  Scrap yarn, st markers.
A long sleeved cardigan knitted from the top down with seed stitch trim and a tie front. Perfect for those cool spring or fall days. Perfect over jeans. A real Pacific North West look!