Chain and Double Cable Cardigan by Ann McCauley

Chain and Double Cable Cardigan

Knitting
October 2008
Sport (12 wpi) ?
27 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in main pattern on size 5 needles when blocked
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1656 - 2208 yards (1514 - 2019 m)
S (M) L (XL)
English

Pretty cardigan using knotted cable for collar, cuff, and bottom ribbing that adds a tassel-like effect at the outer edge of the knot.

Skill Level: Experienced

Measurements:

  • Bust: 38 (43) 48 (51)“
  • Length: 23 (24) 25 (26)“

Materials:

  • Nature Spun Sportweight from Brown Sheep Company (100% wool; 1.75 oz / 50 g; 184 yds / 168 m) in color 105 Bougainvillea
  • 9 (10) 11 (12) skeins / 1656 (1840) 2024 (2208) yds
  • 12 (14) 14 (15) buttons, 5/8” diameter
  • 18 (20) 22 (24)“ of 5/8”-wide grosgrain ribbon in matching color for buttonhole facing
  • Thread in matching color for sewing ribbon and buttons

Needles:

  • US 4 / 3.5 mm and US 5 / 3.75 mm needles
  • US 3 / 3.25 mm and 4 / 3.5 mm circular needles, 32”, plus one extra size 3 needle for 3-needle bind-off
  • 2 cable needles

Designer’s notes: The knotted cable pattern is the first cable pattern I have come across that utilizes two cable needles. It could also be worked with one cable needle by slipping stitches from the cable needle back to the left-hand needle. I found it somewhat simpler and quicker to use two cable needles. It is fun to work and no more difficult than working with one cable needle.