The “German Staple” raglan sleeve cardigan is exactly that – a wardrobe staple that goes with anything. It is light and airy and features the traditional garter stitch fabric with a small heart in stranded colour work on the back. I added a pink i-cord edging and wooden buttons, but with different buttons, a stocking stitch fabric and without the heart detail, this pattern can be used and re-used by you for many different looks, and for many years to come.
I would recommend this cardigan to intermediate knitters. Each step is thoroughly explained here and I am happy to help with any questions. If you are interested in further information about German traditional costume, please check out my website.
- experience level: intermediate
- techniques used: knit, purl, i-cord edge
- gauge: 25 stitches x 48 rows = 4 inches / 10cm² in garter stitch
- size:
- Size S: 33.6” / 84 cm chest circumference, 22.4″ / 56 cm length;
- Size M: 40” / 100 cm chest circumference, 24″ / 60 cm length;
- Size L: 48.8” / 122 cm chest circumference, 25.6“/ 64 cm length.
- yarn:
- Debbie Bliss FINE DONEGAL (415 yrd / 380 m, 3.6 oz / 100 g, 95% wool, 5% cashmere). Size S and M: 4 hanks in 13, Leaf (C1), Size L: 5 hanks in 13, Leaf (C1),
- Debbie Bliss FINE DONEGAL (415 yrd / 380 m, 3.6 oz / 100 g, 95% wool, 5% cashmere). Size S, M and L: 1 hank in 08, Winter Rose (C2).
- needles:
- 1 x US 3 (metric 3.25 mm) 24” – 32” (60 cm – 80 cm) circular needle for body,
- 1 x US 3 (metric 3.25 mm) double pointed needles for sleeves,
- 1 x US 2 (metric 2.75 mm) 16” (40 cm) circular needles for neck edge and i-cord,
- 1 x US 2 (metric 2.75 mm) double pointed needles for sleeve hem and i-cord.
- notions:
- 4 removable stitch markers,
- 2 stitch holders,
- 7 buttons of approx. 1.5cm diameter,
- Tapestry needle (or chenille needle) to secure yarn ends and to sew on buttons.
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Anja Sammon 