Easily customizable and designed with knitters of all skill levels in mind, the Besame Cardigan is a great starting point to venture into garment knitting. Its simple design and perfectly oversized fit makes it a cozy, versatile addition to your knit wardrobe.

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Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner

Sizing:
XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Finished Body/Bust Circumference: 44 (48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 68, 72, 76)” (112 122, 132, 142, 152, 163, 173, 183, 193 cm)

Recommended Fit: 14-16” (35.5-40.5 cm) of positive ease when measuring around largest part of bust (sample is size M on a 37” bust with 15” of positive ease). Full schematics provided in photos

Yarn:
Any light worsted/worsted weight yarn

Sample shown in (from Hobium Yarns):
MC: La Mia XL Mercerized Cotton “Grey” approx 810 (900, 980, 1,100, 1,210, 1,330, 1,460, 1,620, 1,720) yd
CC: La Mia XL Mercerized Cotton “Fuchsia” approx 185 (195, 205, 215, 225, 235, 240, 250, 260) yd

Needles:
US size 7 (4.5 mm) 32” and 16” (for sleeves) circular needles
US size 5 (3.75 mm) 32” circular needle or sizes needed to obtain gauge (optional: DPNs in both sizes for sleeve and cuff)