Twirlace Cardigan

Wrap yourself in the cozy embrace of the Twirlace Cardigan, a delightful blend of warmth and intricate design that feels as comforting as a blanket on the coldest of days. The cardigan features an intricate cable pattern at the center back, creating a striking focal point. On closer inspection, you'll discover that each side and sleeve has its own unique design — subtle differences that add depth and character, while maintaining a harmonious overall look. Perfect for knitters who appreciate fine details, the Twirlace Cardigan is as rewarding to create as it is to wear. The range of ease across all the sizes is 53-58 cm/21-23". The picture shows size 2 with 55 cm/22” of positive ease. YARN: AIR Mix by DROPS, Aran/Medium weight (65% Alpaca, 28% Polyamide, 7% Wool), 150 m/164 yds in 50 Gr. Grams: 455 (505, 565) Meters: 1365 (1515, 1695) Yards: 1479 (1658, 1853) I used color No. 26 NEEDLES: • 3.5 mm/U.S. size 4 80 cm/32” circular needles • 3.5 mm/U.S. size 4 dpns or your preferred needles for knitting small circumference in the round (cuffs) • 4 mm/U.S. size 6 80 cm/32” circular needles, or size needed to obtain gauge • 4 mm/U.S. size 6 circular needles or your preferred needles for knitting small circumference in the round (sleeves) NOTIONS: • stitch holders or waste yarn • markers for chart sections • cable needle • tapestry needle to weave in ends • buttons (6 pcs., diameter ca. 2.2 cm/1“) GAUGE: 17 sts/22 Rows = 10 cm/4” square in stockinette stitch on 4 mm/U.S. size 6 needles after blocking SIZES: 1 (2, 3) to fit chest circumference 80 (90, 100) cm/32 (36, 40)” FINISHED CHEST MEASUREMENT (BUTTONED): 133 (145, 158) cm/53 (58, 63)" PATTERN NOTES: • The cardigan is worked flat, in one piece from the top down. • You start with the neckband at the back, pick up stitches for upper back and work the upper back forming the diagonal shoulders and working the central cable panel according to charts. • After that you pick up stitches from the diagonal shoulder on the right side and work the right front according to chart; then you pick up stitches from the diagonal shoulder on the left side and work the left front. • After reaching the underarms, you join the left front, the back and the right front together and work them in once piece. • Then you pick up the sleeve stitches along the armholes and work the sleeves in the round. • The buttonband is worked together with the body, so you will only have to attach buttons and weave in ends after knitting, no additional work is needed. SKILLS REQUIRED: • basics (cast on/bind off, knit/purl, increase/decrease) • working flat and in the round • working from a chart (written instructions to charts are also provided)