Counterpane Cardigan by Alice Tang

Counterpane Cardigan

Knitting
October 2015
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
17 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch with larger needles
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1100 - 1800 yards (1006 - 1646 m)
S (M, L, XL)
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Vista is a member of the MountainTop Collection of yarns spun with natural undyed fibers that you have to see and feel to truly appreciate. Vista is lovely blend of superfine alpaca and wool in eight natural shades. The blend produces a durable yarn that is long-wearing while still maintaining a soft hand, perfect for all kinds of garments and accessories.

Skill Level
Experienced

Sizes
S (M, L, XL). Shown in size S.

Finished Measurements
Bust: 37½ (41½, 46½, 51½)“, with ¾” front bands meeting at center front
Length: 20½ (22½, 25, 27½)“

Yarn
MountainTop Vista by Classic Elite
(50% superfine alpaca, 50% wool; 50 g = approx 100 yards)
11 (13, 16, 18) hanks 6044 Fawn

Needles
Circular knitting needle (20”) and 5 double pointed needles (dpn) in size US 8 (5 mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Circular knitting needles (16” and 32” or longer) in size US 6 (4 mm)

Other Materials
Removable marker
Stitch markers
Waste yarn for stitch holders

Gauge
17 sts and 24 rows = 4” in St st using larger needles; Large Square meas 9 (10, 11¼, 12½)“ on each side using larger needles; Small Square meas 6¼ (7, 7½, 8)” on each side using larger needles. Take time to save time, check your gauge.