East Hale Cardigan by Alexis Winslow

East Hale Cardigan

Knitting
July 2011
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
16.5 stitches and 22.5 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch, larger needles
US 9 - 5.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
956 - 1434 yards (874 - 1311 m)
37.5", 41.25", 45.25", 49" chest circumference
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.
Errata available: knitdarling.com

Design Demo Video:

http://www.knitdarling.com/2011/east-hale-cardigan-in-kni...

Description:

Strong details elevate a simple men’s sweater. An offset shoulder seam, I-cord edging, gentle shawl collar, and top-down sleeves make for knitting interest and subtle style.

Skills:

  • circular knitting,
  • short-row shaping
  • grafting (kitchener Stitch)
  • hand sewing (zipper)

Additional materials needed:

  • stitch markers
  • stitch holders
  • yarn needle
  • 20” separating zipper
  • sewing pins
  • sewing needle and matching thread