Concise Lace Cardigan by Kira Dulaney

Concise Lace Cardigan

Knitting
May 2008
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
in Feather Openwork
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
330 - 500 yards (302 - 457 m)
33.5"-50" bust
English
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This cropped lace cardigan is the ideal layer to wear with summer dresses. It provides just enough coverage, while the openwork pattern keeps it from getting too warm – perfect for summer evenings. The truncated length and small shawl collar are reminiscent of ultra feminine 1950s style. Knit seamlessly from the hem up, this sweater is quick and fun to knit.

GAUGE
4” = 16 sts and 22 rows in Feather Openwork pattern on larger needles
Note: yarn shown usually knits at 16-18 sts to 4” in Stocking Stitch

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Bust: 33.5”(37”, 41”, 46”, 50”)
Hem (ribcage): 27.5”(31”, 36”, 40”, 44”)
Length: 14”(14.5”, 15”, 15.5”, 16”)

MATERIALS
330(370, 410, 460, 500) yards aran weight yarn
US 6/4mm and US 8/5mm 24” or longer circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge and 2 sizes smaller
stitch holders or scrap yarn
stitch markers
yarn needle
four 1” buttons
sewing needle and thread in color similar to yarn