Antler Cardigan

-------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **Antler Cardigan** - by Tin Can Knits ============ -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- ***Inspired by the majestic antlers of the Canadian Elk, this sweater is a classic. With a simple construction and timeless bold cables, it is destined to keep you cozy for years to come.*** **Like our designs?** [Get our email updates][1] so you don't miss our irresistible new patterns, fabulous tutorials, and subscriber-only special offers! **Get the deal!** Antler is part of the book [Pacific Knits][2]: 18 Irresistible patterns inspired by the Pacific Northwest ::: Get the ebook for $24 USD. -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- **PATTERN INFO** ============ The cable pattern is both charted and written out. **Sizing** #sizeinclusive Newborn (3-6 mo, 6-12 mo, 1-2 yrs, 2-4 yrs, 4-6 yrs, 6-8 yrs, 8-10 yrs, **adult XS, S, M, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL**) Finished Chest: 20 (21, 22, 23, 25.5, 27.5, 29.5, 31, **31.5, 35.5, 39.5, 43.5, 47.5, 51.5, 55.5, 59.5, 65, 70)**" **Yarn** 300 (350, 400, 425, 525, 650, 750, 825, **875, 1000, 1100, 1250, 1400, 1525, 1625, 1750, 1900, 2100)** yards worsted / aran weight yarn *(samples shown in Madelinetosh Tosh Vintage ‘Antler’ and Rainbow Heirloom Sweater in 'Golden North')* **Needles** US #6 / 4.0mm and US #8 / 5.0mm needles *(or as required to meet gauge)* Newborn - 8-10 yrs: 24” circulars, and DPNs in each size XS - XXL: 32” circulars, and DPNs in each size 3XL - 6XL: 48” circulars, and DPNs in each size *Alternatively you can use the [magic loop technique][3] to knit in the round using a single long circular needle instead of the double pointed needles.* **Gauge** 18 sts & 24 rows / 4” in stockinette using larger needles **Notions** Stitch markers, darning needle, cable needle, 5-11 3/4” buttons **Helpful Tutorials** [Antler Cardigan tutorial][4] -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- For all pattern abbreviations, techniques, and to contact us, visit [www.tincanknits.com][5] -------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------- [1]: http://eepurl.com/k5p8L [2]: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/pacific-knits [3]: https://blog.tincanknits.com/2013/10/03/magic-loop/ [4]: http://blog.tincanknits.com/2014/01/16/lets-knit-an-antler-cardi/ [5]: http://www.tincanknits.com