Bubblegum Cardi

Chunky, fluffy, cozy, beginner-friendly cardigan you’ll want to live in... Meet the Bubblegum Cardi – a soft, dreamy, oversized cardigan inspired by spring colors and cotton-candy vibes. Designed with beginners in mind, this pattern is simple, relaxing to knit, and works up quickly on chunky needles. The result? A lightweight yet warm, effortlessly stylish cardigan that feels as good as it looks. This cardigan features a modern, relaxed silhouette with dropped shoulders and ballon sleeves. It has no front bands, which not only keeps the knitting easy and fast, but also creates a clean, minimal, contemporary look that’s easy to throw on over anything. DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS * Oversized, comfy fit with dropped shoulders * Seamless shoulder construction (no shoulder seaming!) * No front band – less finishing, more knitting * Knit with two strands of yarn held together for extra fluff * Worked on chunky needles (10mm) for quick progress * Perfect first-cardigan project SKILL LEVEL Adventurous Beginner If you can knit, purl, and bind off – you can make this cardigan! SIZES S/M (L/XL) 2XL/3XL (4XL/5XL) Finished measurements are provided in the pattern to help you choose your perfect size. MATERIALS DROPS Melody – 1.8 oz (50 g) = approx. 153 yds (140 m) per ball – Fiber content: 71% Alpaca, 25% Wool, 4% Polyamide This cardigan is worked holding 2 strands together throughout. Sample shown in: Color #14 Vanilla and Color #17 Hot Pink Yardage (Total yarn required): 355g / 355g (390g / 390g) 435g / 435g (481g / 481g) TOOLS * Circular needles 10mm (US15), 40cm(16in), 80cm(32in), 100cm (40in) * Circular needles 8mm (US11), 40cm(16in), 80cm(32in), 100cm(40in) Or DPNs 10mm, 8mm * Stitch markers * Tapestry needle * Stitch holder or piece of scrap yarn GAUGE 9.5 sts x 14 rows = 4 x 4in (10x10cm)