You'll have fun learning new techniques with the modular construction of this cardigan. It'll keep you interested every step along the way.

Pattern Information

SIZES

To Fit Actual Bust Circumference Up To: 33.5 (35.5, 38, 41, 44, 47, 48.5, 51.5, 55.5, 59)" / 85 (90, 96.5, 104, 112, 119.5, 123, 131, 141, 150) cm

3-5" / 7.5-12.5 cm of positive ease recommended.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Finished Bust Circumference: 37.5 (39.5, 42, 45, 48, 51, 52.5, 55.5, 59.5, 63)" / 95.5 (100.5, 106.5, 114.5, 122, 129.5, 133.5, 141, 151, 160) cm buttoned

Size 39.5" / 100.5 cm modelled with 4"/ 10 cm positive ease.

Length: 20.75 (20.75, 21.5, 21.5, 22.5, 22.5, 23.25, 23.25, 24, 24)" / 52.5 (52.5, 54.5, 54.5, 57, 57, 59, 59, 61, 61) cm from top of shoulder

YARN

Stolen Stitches 'Nua Sport' (60% Merino, 20% Yak, 20% Linen; 153 yds / 140 m per 1.76 oz / 50 g); Sea Veggies (9818), 6 (7, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 10, 11, 12) skeins

Approximate Yardage: 896 (930, 1042, 1096, 1230, 1301, 1390, 1463, 1608, 1694) yds / 819 (850, 953, 1002, 1125, 1190, 1271, 1338, 1470, 1549) m

NEEDLES & NOTIONS

2 US size 6 / 4 mm circular needle, 32" / 80 cm long (or longer for larger sizes)

US size 6 / 4 mm dpns if magic loop not used for sleeves

US size 7 / 4.5 mm circular needle, 32" / 80 cm long for Lace Rows 3 & 6

Always use a needle size that gives you the gauge listed, as every knitter's gauge is unique.

Tapestry needle, stitch markers, 3 lockable markers or safety pins, 6 buttons approx. 7/8" /22 mm diam.

GAUGE

21 sts & 32 rows = 4" / 10 cm in Garter Stitch blocked with smaller needle

21 sts & 26 rows = 4" / 10 cm in Over Sized Lace blocked with both needles

Knit-along FAQ

What happens once I purchase?

You will be sent a PDF with detailed instructions on what happens next. This includes all the information you need for picking your size, ordering yarn and most importantly, swatching. This gives you time to see if you meet gauge and if you like the fabric you are getting. The document also has information on what to do if you don't meet gauge or like your fabric.

Do I need to be an experienced knitter?

This is a resounding no. You need to know how to cast on, bind off, and hold gauge while you are knitting, but many beginner knitters have taken on KALs in the past and excelled.

I've never knitted a garment before!

Then this is the perfect opportunity for you. Many knitters are intimidated by larger projects. By joining in a Stolen Stitches KAL, you not only have the support of Carol and our community, but you also have step by step tutorials should you meet a technique that you're unsure of.

I'm not sure I can keep up with the group.

That's absolutely fine. The KAL is released in stages to give everyone a chance to progress together, but life happens! The tutorials are available forever, and you will have access to them so you can complete your garment in your own time if you want to.

Are the tutorials available for a limited time?

Once you have access to the tutorials on Teachable, then you have access forever. Stolen Stitches was built on finding time for knitting in whatever stolen moments you can find, and we continue to support that as far as possible.

As this is a KAL, as each new section of the pattern (the clues) are released, there will be new videos added to the workshop at the same time. All the videos you need are released at each step, and once we reach the final clue, all videos will be available.

These tutorials are only free for the duration of the KAL, so do make sure you sign up here on Teachable!

What is a clue?

When a KAL goes on presale, you will get an information pdf which included sizing and swatching information as well as a schedule for the release of the 'clues' Each clue will be a section of the pattern that will be released on the date shown in the schedule.

What if I just want the pattern?

While the KAL is in progress, the pattern is only available as a series of clues. Once it is complete, you will have the completed pattern. If you only want the complete pattern, you can wait until the end of the KAL.

How do I ask questions?

All of our current KALs are now combined with video workshops on Teachable. You can ask any questions you need there. We will also have chats in various forums, usually Facebook Groups, Stolen Stitches blog and Ravelry. Information on this will be in your pattern pdf.

What if I can't get a pattern gauge?

If the gauge is off and you can see that the fabric is too loose or too tight, then try a different needle size to see how it works out. You might also consider trying a different needle material; sometimes, changing from metal to wood can have a big difference in your gauge. Make sure you block your swatch in the same way you treat your finished garment to know what the finished size will be. This prevents unwanted surprises!

I'm not sure about picking the right size.

The sample pictured shows the Size 36.25” / 92 cm modelled with 1.25”/ 3 cm positive ease. The model is 5’ 6” tall. The sweater works best with 1-2” / 2.5-5 cm of positive ease. This is a top-down saddle shoulder construction with short-row set-in sleeves, so each section can fairly easily be adapted to adjust size without having a big impact on other parts of the garment. If you're unsure how to measure yourself, you can find a detailed blog post here.