GARMENT CONSTRUCTION: This substantial cardigan/coat is worked flat, seamless from the top down with Raglan increases to underarm. Sleeves are separated out and body is finished first. Sleeves are later worked in the round before button band and wide collar are finished last. Deep pockets complete this comfortable garment.

A note on the design:
The Length and Width of the garment are easily adjustable due to top-down design. Instructions are give when to increase for larger sizes.

YARN:
Used Drops Karisma, Worsted/Light Aran weight
Colour used: Light Oak
Other yarn suggestions are given above.
~ 650 (700, 750, 850, 950) g / 1300 (1400, 1500, 1700, 1900) m

NEEDLES:
5.5mm & 5mm Long Circular needles for body and button band
5.5mm & 5mm short circular or DPN for Sleeves and Cuffs
or size to obtain similar gauge

GAUGE:
15stx26rows – 4x4” / 10x10cm square with larger needles in garter stitch
Note: The gauge is a bit larger than expected due to use of larger needles, it helps the drape.

SIZES:
S (M, L, XL, XXL) (SAMPLE SHOWN IN SIZE L)
Size is customisable to make as large/wide as you like
Designed to wear with 6-10” positive ease.

DIMENSIONS:
Bust: 88 (96, 109, 122, 136) cm / 34.6 (37.8, 42.9, 48, 53.5)” adjustable to suit Length total body: 71 (73, 76, 77, 78) cm / 28 (28.75, 29.9, 30.3, 30.7)” adjustbl.
Length underarm to hemline: 49 (50, 52, 52, 52) cm / 19.3 (19.7, 20.5, 20.5, 20.5) Sleeves: 45cm or desired length

OTHER NOTIONS:
Stitch Marker, Stitch Holder, Darning Needles, Button