Classic Cardigan

-------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Classic Cardigan** - by Tin Can Knits ============ -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **The Classic Cardigan pattern is now available in the Tin Can Knits app!** [Click here to download the app, or to learn more.][1] • only see the size instructions you need • tick through the pattern and make notes • support is just a tap away • adjust the settings to suit you! -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- ***In the morning, as you ready to greet the day, reach for your favourite cardigan. Cozy and warm, and made by you! *** -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Get the Deal!** [Order the Basics collection][2] for $20 USD + taxes. The collection includes 4 wardrobe staples: the Simple Sweater, Classic Cardigan, Basic Beanie and Everyday Socks. -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Like our knits?** [Get our email updates][3] to hear about new designs, tutorials and subscriber-only special offers! -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Share your progress** with us on [Instagram][4] or Ravelry by adding the hashtags [#ClassicCardigan[3] and [#TinCanKnits][5] - we love to see your knits! -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- [**Classic Cardigan In Depth Tutorial:**][6] We take you stitch by stitch through the Classic Cardigan pattern, so you can cast on with confidence! -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Pattern Info** **Sizing** #SizeInclusive Newborn (3-6mo, 6-12 mo, 1-2 yrs, 2-4 yrs, 4-6 yrs, 6-8 yrs, 8-10 yrs, **Adult XS, S, SM, M, ML, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL**) **Finished chest measurement:** 17 (18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, **32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 46, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70**)" **Regular body length hem to underarm:** 6 (7, 8.5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, **14, 14, 15, 15, 15, 16, 17, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21**)" **Cropped body length hem to underarm:** 4 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10, **11, 11, 12, 12, 12, 13, 14, 14, 15, 15, 16, 16**)" *Fit and sample info: The Classic cardigan is designed for a neutral fit, with a little bit of positive ease in mind. * *Bodhi is wearing size 8-10 yrs (30”) with 2” postive ease. Francine is wearing size ML (40”) with 2” of positive ease. Alexa is wearing size XXL (50”) with 2” positive ease.* **Yarn** **Worsted / aran weight yarn:** Regular length: 200 (250, 300, 400, 450, 550, 650, 700, **850, 900, 950, 1050, 1100, 1200, 1350, 1550, 1750, 2000, 2200, 2400**) yards Cropped length: 175 (225, 250, 350, 400, 500, 550, 650, **750, 800, 900, 950, 1000, 1100, 1300, 1400, 1600, 1800, 2000, 2150**) yards **DK weight yarn:** Regular length: 275 (350, 400, 500, 600, 700, 850, 950, **1100, 1150, 1250, 1350, 1450, 1600, 1750, 2050, 2300, 2600, 2850, 3150**) yards Cropped length: 250 (300, 350, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, **1000, 1050, 1150, 1250, 1350, 1500, 1700, 1850, 2100, 2350, 2600, 2800**) yards **Sock / sport weight yarn:** Regular length: 300 (350, 400, 500, 650, 750, 900, 1000, **1150, 1250, 1350, 1450, 1550, 1700, 1900, 2150, 2450, 2750, 3100, 3350**) yards Cropped length: 250 (300, 350, 450, 550, 650, 750, 900, **1050, 1100, 1250, 1350, 1400, 1550, 1800, 2000, 2250, 2500, 2800, 3000**) yards *Samples shown in Brooklyn Tweed Shelter in Pollen, Brooklyn Tweed Peerie in Cassis, and Ritual Dyes Marona in Jewelweed.* **Gauge** **Worsted / aran weight yarn:** 18 sts & 24 rows / 4" in stockinette using larger needles. **DK weight yarn:** 22 sts & 30 rows / 4" in stockinette using larger needles. **Sock / sport weight yarn:** 24 sts & 32 rows / 4” in stockinette using larger needles. **Suggested Needles** **Worsted / aran weight yarn:** US #6 / 4mm & US #8 / 5mm **DK weight yarn:** US #4 / 3.5mm & US #6 / 4mm **Sock / sport weight yarn:** US #2 / 2.75mm & US #4 / 3.5mm *(or as required to meet gauge)* Child sizes: 32” circular, and DPNs* in each size. XS to L: 40” circular, and DPNs* in each size. XL to 6XL: 48-60” circular, and DPNs* in each size. *\*[Magic loop technique][7], with a single long circular needle, can be used in place of DPNs.* **Notions** Darning needle, stitch markers, 5-11 buttons approximately 1/2-3/4” in diameter. **Helpful Tutorials** [How to choose your sweater size][8] [How to choose a sweater yarn][9] --------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------- For abbreviations, techniques, and to contact us, visit [www.tincanknits.com][10]. --------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------- [1]: https://tincanknits.com/app [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/basics [3]: http://eepurl.com/k5p8L [4]: https://www.instagram.com/tincanknits/ [5]: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/tincanknits/ [6]:https://blog.tincanknits.com/2023/04/26/classic-cardigan/ [7]: https://blog.tincanknits.com/2013/10/03/magic-loop/ [8]:https://blog.tincanknits.com/2023/04/26/classic-cardigan/ [9]: https://blog.tincanknits.com/2021/01/14/decisions-decisions-how-to-choose-the-right-yarn-for-your-sweater/ [10]: http://www.tincanknits.com