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About The Yarn
King Cole Cotton Soft DK is 100% cotton, and it comes as no surprise to say this yarn really is super soft! It also comes in a range of delicious pastels, neutrals and muted berries, with staple basics black, French navy and wine! I’ll share some of my favourite shades below.
I chose this yarn because it’s a natural fibre and feels really soft. As this design will sit directly on the skin, it’s important to have a soft fibre. Please note that it is advised that you wash your garment before wearing it for the first time, as the fibres may shed a little.
Sizing and Yarn Quantities
The Sharma Cardigan is designed to be a loose fit with up to 18.25cm (7inch) positive ease. Please choose the right size based on your bust measurements. This pattern is designed with an open front for easy wearing and will not close. If you prefer your coverup to be oversized, you can choose a larger size.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
| To fit chest size | 76cm/ 30in | 86cm/ 34in | 96cm/ 38in | 106cm/ 42in | 117cm/ 46in |
| Approx. Yardage | 1116 | 1164 | 1272 | 1376 | 1534 |
| Balls (100g) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 2X | 3X | 4X | 5X | |
| To fit chest size | 127cm/ 50in | 137cm/ 54in | 147cm/ 58in | 157cm/ 62in |
| Approx. Yardage | 1697 | 1914 | 1948 | 2060 |
| Balls (100g) | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Yardage is approximate.
| Centimeters | Inches | |
| A = Length | 51 (51, 56, 56, 61) (61, 66, 66, 66) | 20 (20, 22, 22, 24) (24, 26, 26, 26) |
| B = Width | 44.5 (53.5, 57.5, 62, 66.5) (71, 75.5, 80, 84.5) | 17.5 (21, 22.75, 24.5, 26.25) (28, 29.75, 31.5, 33.25) |
| C = Circumference | 89 (107, 112, 124.5, 133.5) (142, 151, 160, 169) | 35 (42, 44, 49, 52.5) (56, 59.5, 63, 66.5) |
| D = Neckline | 10 (10, 12, 12, 16.5) (16.5, 16.5, 20, 20) | 4 (4, 4.75, 4.75, 6.5) (6.5, 6.5, 8, 8) |
| E = Armhole Depth | 20 (20, 26.5, 26.5, 25.5) (25.5, 28, 28, 30.5) | 8 (8, 10.5, 10.5, 10) (10, 11, 11, 12) |
Customisation
You may wish to customise your cardigan based on your own body measurements. Once you have selected you size based on your bust measurement, you can look at other parts of the cardigan to customise such as the length and the armhole depth.
Length – You can adjust your length by increasing or decreasing the row repeat. Simply ensure you are doing the same amount of rows for each panel. Alternatively, you can refer to the measurements on page 6 to see if the measurements for the other sizes suit you better. Then, you can work the amount of rows suggested for that size.
Armhole depth – The measurements provided are based on standard body measurements. As with the length, you can refer to the other sizes to see if alternative measurements would suit you better.
Sleeve length – The sleeve length for all sizes is the same, please make adjustments for this as needed by increasing or decreasing the row repeat.
Gauge
20 sts X 9 rows per 10cm X 10cm (4inch X 4inch) measured over main stitch pattern.
Gauge Swatch
Chain 35, then follow instructions for rows 1-6 of the back panel for 13 rows.
Pattern Notes
- This pattern is written in UK terms but is switchable to US terms below.
- Skill Level: Beginner
- This cardigan is made in 5 panels (one back panel, two front panels and two arm panels) before seaming together and adding a border to the front opening.
- The number references for each size will be listed as follows: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2X, 3X, 4X, 5X).
- Please read through the whole pattern before starting.
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Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.
Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Stitch(s): st(s)
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the
hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Standing Double Crochet(s): sdc(s): With slip knot on hook, insert hook into first st, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Half Treble Slip Stitch(s): htrss(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook, pull first loop through remaining two loops.
Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE.
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Free Pattern: Summer Crochet Cardigan
Back Panel
Using 4mm hook, chain 91 (107, 115, 123, 131) (147, 155, 163, 171)
All Sizes
Sleeves (make 2)
Using 4mm hook, chain 59 (59, 67, 67, 75) (75, 83, 83, 91)
Row 1-5: Repeat rows 1-5 of the back panel.
Row 6-37: Repeat rows 2-5 of the back panel.
Fasten off and sew in ends
Seaming
Shoulder seam
With right sides facing inwards, place the two front panels on top of the back panel. If you have made the XS (S, M, 3X, 4X), ensure that the half shells run along the front opening. Using the tail end of each panel and darning needle, whip stitch across each of the shoulder seams and sew in ends.
Sleeve to Main Body Seam
Locate the centre of the final row on the sleeve panel and line up with the shoulder seam. Ensure that
you have right sides facing each other. Using a length of yarn and a darning needle, whip stitch across
to join the sleeve to the main body. Repeat on the other side to join the second sleeve. Sew in ends and turn work right side out.
Side Seams
Mark your arm openings to your desired fit. I recommend trying it on and marking the openings with a stitch marker. Alternatively you can use the suggested measurements provided for the armhole depth.
Using a length of yarn and a darning needle, whip stitch up each side leaving a 10-13cm (4-5inch) gap at
the bottom of the work to create the bottom split. Sew in ends and turn work right side out.
Blocking
This is a great point to steam block your work. Blocking will help show off the beautiful stitch pattern.
Use the dimensions given above to assist you.
Front Opening Border
Using the 4.5mm hook.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
Left-handed
Or you can watch on YouTube
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