Girlie Grandpa by Kirsten Joel

Girlie Grandpa

Knitting
February 2014
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Textured Rib
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
1220 - 1464 yards (1116 - 1339 m)
30" (34", 38", 42", 46")

This V-neck Cardigan is inspired by some of the cardigans my granpda used to wear with a deep v-neck and the afterthought patch pockets, but it’s been updated with feminine details with engraved buttons and fitted shape.

Yarn: Classic Elite Liberty Wool, Deep Navy – 10 (10, 11, 11, 12) skeins
100% Wool
Notions: Tapestry needle, five ¾” buttons, stitch markers
Needles: Size 5 and 6 US / 3.75 mm and 4 mm
Or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 24 sts and 28 rows to 4” / 10 cm over Textured Rib Pattern
(using larger needles)
Sized for 30” (34”, 38”, 42”, 46”)
Garment shown measures 34”