Unchained Melody Cardigan

“Captivated by the garden gate, swirls of wrought iron lead me to the beauty beyond.”

Main body and sleeves are knit bottom up and in the rnd. The body and the sleeves are joined and worked in the rnd to form the yoke. Instructions come with a-line shaping and straight body instructions.

Sizes: Adult XS, S, M, L1, L2 Note: Sample modelled XS with recommended ease of + 2” and A-line shaping If you would like a more relaxed look, aim for 4” of ease.

Finished Measurements:

Bust 34 (38, 43, 46, 49)“ / 86.5 (96.5, 109, 117, 124.5) cm

Hips with A-line Shaping 35.5 (39.5, 44.25, 47.5, 50.5)” / 90 (100, 112.5, 120.5, 128.5) cm

Circular Yoke 6.5 (6.5, 6.5, 7.5, 7.5)” / 16.5 (16.5, 16.5, 19, 19) cm

Hem to U/A 16” / 40.5 cm, easily adjustable

Yarn: 950 (1110, 1220, 1330, 1440) yds / 868.5 (1015, 1115.5, 1216, 1317) m DK or Light Worsted yarn thatachieves gauge. Divided as follows, MC – 900 (1050, 1150, 1250, 1350) yds / 823 (960, 1051.5, 1143, 1234.5)m, CC – 50 (60, 70, 80, 90) yds / 46 (55, 64, 73, 82) m. Sample knit in Cascade 220 (100% wool), in MC -Cordovan, CC – River Rock

Needle Size: US 6 (4 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needles to hold large number of stitches, or size required to obtain gauge; Set of 5 US 4 (3.5 mm) & US 6 (4 mm) dpns

Notions: Tapestry needle, 2 – 11 stitch markers, 2 stitch holders or waste yarn

Gauge: 20 sts x 26 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch, on larger needles, wet blocked. Take the time to calculate your gauge to avoid disappointment.

Skill Level: Intermediate (comes with a only link on how to steek)