If the Heart Fits, Wear It! by Sandi Prosser

If the Heart Fits, Wear It!

Knitting
October 2023
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
9 stitches and 13 rows = 4 inches
in St st
US 13 - 9.0 mm
618 - 1129 yards (565 - 1032 m)
XS to 5XL
English
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If the Heart Fits, Wear It!

Intarsia knitting is a beautiful technique that allows you to create stunning colorwork designs in your knitting. If the Heart Fits, Wear It! Cardigan pattern is a great way to try out this technique and create a unique and eye-catching garment.

The bulky weight yarn used in this pattern makes it a quick and satisfying knit, perfect for keeping warm during the colder months. The oversized and cozy design of the cardigan makes it easy to wear and style in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer a casual or more dressed up look, this cardigan is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe.

So grab your needles, pick out your yarn, and get ready to create a beautiful and functional garment that you will love to wear!

Construction
· Cardigan body is worked in one piece from the lower edge, then separated at the armholes to work the upper fronts and back. Sleeves stitches are picked up around armhole opening and worked in the round to cuff.
· Shoulder seam is sewn for added stability. If desired, 3-needle bind off may also be used.
·  The body of the cardigan is worked in St st, keeping the first and last 5 sts of front edges in seed st. The sleeves are worked in textured st patt. The Heart Chart is worked in St st rows throughout using intarsia technique.

Sizes
XS (S, M, L, 1X)(2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
To fit bust circumference 30 (34, 38, 42, 46)(50, 54, 58, 62)“ 76 (86.5, 96.5, 106.5, 117)(127, 137, 147.5, 157.5)cm
This cardigan is designed to be worn with 8–13” 20.5–37cm of positive ease. See finished measurements on page 3. Shown is size Small on a 34” 86.5cm bust with 12” 30.5cm positive ease.

Finished Measurements
Bust Circumference (closed): 43 (46, 49 ½, 53, 56)(60, 63, 66 ½, 70)“ 109 (117, 125.5, 134.5, 142)(152.5, 160, 169, 178) cm
Length: 24 ½ (25, 25 ½, 26, 26 ½)(27, 27, 27 ½, 27 ½)” 62 (63.5, 65, 66, 67.5)(68.5, 68.5, 70, 70) cm
Armhole Depth: 9 ½ (10, 10 ½, 11, 11 ½)(12, 12, 12 ½, 12 ½)“ 24 (25.5, 26.5, 28, 29)(30.5, 30.5, 32, 32)cm

Gauge
·  9 ½ sts and 13 ½ rows = 4” 10 cm in St st (after blocking).
Take time to check your gauge.

Suggested Yarn
Lion Brand Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® 6 oz 170g, 106 yd 97m, 80% acrylic/20% wool
·  6 (7, 7, 8, 8)(9, 10, 10, 11) skeins color #640-116E Succulent (MC)
·  One skein color #640-099 Fisherman (CC)

Suggested Needles
·  Size 13 US 9 mm circular needles, 80-100cm 32-40” long, or size needed to obtain gauge
·  Size 13 US 9mm needles suitable for working smaller circumferences in the round (dpns or magic)