A symbol of bravery, the red sardonyx has been used for protection by the ancient Romans; the gem is also said to embody happiness, confidence, and optimism. Named for this fascinating gem, this comfortably relaxed cardigan features interesting all-over cables. The cable pattern may look intricate but is easy to work and creates a richly textured fabric that looks great on both sides (CHART ONLY). Designed to be worn with draped open fronts, the cardi can be belted or pinned with a special shawl pin.

The cardigan is constructed simply with modified drop shoulders, from the top down, in four pieces for easy seaming; the seams provide support for the dense fabric. The deep collar is picked up after the shoulders are seamed and worked in snuggly garter stitch along the front edges and neckline. The bottom edges of the body and sleeves are left without special hem treatments thanks to the rib-based cables, which keep the edges from rolling. The body and sleeves can be easily customized to just about any length thanks to the simple shaping.

finished measurements:
Bust: 30 ½ (36, 41, 46 ½, 52, 57, 62 ½, 68)“ / 77.5 (91.5, 104, 118, 132, 149, 159, 172.5) cm
Length: 29 ½ (29 ½, 31, 31, 31, 32, 32, 32)” / 75 (75, 78.5, 78.5, 78.5, 81.5, 81.5, 81.5) cm
Shown in size 41” / 104 cm
Intended to be worn with approx 4” / 10 cm ease.

suggested yarn:
10 (11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21) skeins Berroco Vintage Chunky (138 yd / 125 m per 3 ½ oz / 100 g skein; 52% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 8% Nylon) in #61181 Ruby

needles:
Size 10 US / 6.0 mm needles
Size 10 US / 6.0 mm circular needle, 48” / 120 cm long for collar
Size 9 US / 5.5 mm needles for cuff
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

notions:
Stitch markers, cable needle, tapestry needle

gauge:
21 sts and 24 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Cable Pattern, unstretched, using larger needles
12 sts and 27 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Garter stitch, using larger needles

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