Comfortable, airy, feminine, decorative. This open-front cardigan can be worn dressy or casual. The lace embellishments add a bit of class to this darling springtime piece. Lace is worked on bottom hem, up each side of the front, and down the middle of the sleeves all the way up to the neck.

Chest: 26.4 29, 32.2, 35, 38, 41, 43.8 inches (actual measurement)
Sleeves: 10 11, 12, 13.5, 15.5, 17, 18.5 inches

Actual sweater measurements – select the size that offers the amount of front gap you would like. (Model wearing size 29” with 36” bust). Keep in mind sleeve size when selecting body size, as you may choose to work sleeves of a different size for the best fit for you.

Knit seamlessly, and flat, from the bottom up. Short sleeves are worked separately, then added to the body before working all elements together in a circular yoke. Shallow garter stitch rows create the finishing touch to the edges. Crochet button holes are added at the end after blocking.

Difficulty – Advanced Beginner/Intermediate

MATERIALS

Malabrigo Arroyo 100% merino wool; 335yd/306m per 100g skein; color: Fresco y Seco; approximately 2.5 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 5, 5.5 skeins, or the equivalent of any sport/dk-weight yarn that makes gauge

US #5/3.75mm circular needle with cord length appropriate for your size (or size needed to obtain gauge)
1 set(s) US #5/3.75mm double-point needles/preferred needle style for working in the round (or size needed to obtain gauge)
1 F/3.75mm crochet hook

9/16 buttons (3)
Stitch markers (6)
Tapestry needle

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