Changeling

*Inspired by the lush ferns of the Pacific Northwest, this is a cardigan for colorwork lovers! The fiddlehead and frond motif wraps and trails elegantly across the entire sweater in perfect symmetry, and the dip stitch button band adds an understated depth. The pullover variation retains the dip stitch column in the center front.* *European folklore dubbed ferns “changelings” because of their mysterious reproductive and life cycle, shifting and morphing from spores to tiny buds, into coiled fiddleheads and finally blooming into the iconic and instantly recognizable fronds.* *Elegant, delicate, and with a touch of whimsy, Changeling will challenge and delight the knitter seeking their next masterpiece. Designed with careful attention and love for the craft, I hope it evokes the same in you.* +++++ **Construction:** Top-down, compound raglan sleeves, worked in the round and steeked (for cardigan). Short row collar shaping is worked flat. Dip stitch is worked down center front and forms the button band for the cardigan version. **Colorwork:** Yoke and raglan increases are fully charted, with unique chart bundles for each size. Body and sleeves use universal base charts across sizes. +++++ [Download pattern preview and full schematics here.][1] **SIZING** 1, 2, 3, (4, 5, 6), ((7, 8, 9, 10)) **Upper chest measurement:** 27.75, 31.75, 35.75, (39.25, 40.75, 42.25), ((44.5, 47.5, 50.5, 53.5))”/ 69.5, 79.5, 89.5, (98, 102, 105.5), ((111.5, 119, 126.5, 134))) cm **Finished bust circumference:** 32.5, 36.5, 39.5, (43.5, 46.5, 50.5), ((53.5, 57.5, 60.5, 64.5))”/ 81.5, 91.5, 99, (109, 116.5, 126.5), ((134, 144, 151.5, 161.5)) cm *It is recommended that you choose the size that corresponds with your upper chest measurement, which is the circumference of your body just under the armpits. If your measurement falls between sizes, choose the size closest to your measurement (e.g. if your upper chest measures 45”/112.5cm, you will choose size 7).* *For more explanation and a visual reference of where to measure: [https://onewilddesigns.com/blogs/articles/using-the- upper-chest-measurement-to-choose-your-sweater-size][1]* *Suggested fit is 10% positive ease at bust. Sample is size 4 on 40” bust with 3.5”/ 8.75cm positive ease. For more detailed measurements, see schematic in photos.* **MATERIALS** **Yarn:** Light fingering weight yarn, worsted or woolen spun, at least 2-ply for optimal stitch definition [Les Garçons](/yarns/brands/les-garcons) [British 4 ply](/yarns/library/les-garcons-british-4-ply), 70% Bluefaced Leicester wool and 30% Masham wool, non-superwash, 437 yds/400m per 100 g *Sample uses Louis’ Shade (MC: dark blue) and Vincent’s Highland Coo (CC: brown).* **Yardage:** **MC:** 1000, 1065, 1110, (1218, 1300, 1400), ((1485, 1597, 1759, 1854)) yds/ 915, 974, 1015, (1114, 1189, 1280), ((1358, 1460, 1608, 1695)) m **CC:** 667, 710, 740, (812, 867, 933), ((990, 1065, 1173, 1236)) yds/ 610, 649, 677, (743, 793, 853), ((905, 974, 1073, 1130)) m *These numbers are estimates based on the pattern measurements as written and include a 15% buffer. Your actual yardage may vary based on the weight of yarn used and/or any modifications you choose to make.* **Needle size:** US 3/3.25mm, or size needed to obtain gauge, 16”/40cm, 24”/60cm, and 32-47”/80-117.5cm circular for raglan increases and body, DPNS or long circular for Magic Loop for sleeves US 2/2.75mm, or one size smaller than main needle, 16”/40cm circular for collar, DPNs or long circular for Magic Loop for cuffs, and 32”/80cm circular for button band edging *Depending on the yarn used, your needle size may vary to obtain gauge.* **Tools:** Scrap yarn/spare cables, non-superwash light fingering weight yarn in contrast color to MC and CC, stitch markers (fixed and removable), 2.25mm crochet hook (or ~2 sizes smaller than main needle), tapestry needle **Notions:** *(For cardigan)* 10 size 1 (10mm) sew on snap buttons, sturdy sewing thread in similar shade as MC **Gauge:** 32 sts x 36 rows = 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm) in stranded colorwork in the round **SKILLS** Stranded colorwork, German Short Rows, increases and decreases, dip stitch, steeking [1]: https://onewilddesigns.com/blogs/articles/using-the- upper-chest-measurement-to-choose-your-sweater-size [1]: https://kcknittingco.com/s/Changeling-Pattern-Preview-and-Schematic-2026_09_18.pdf