Campari
I wanted texture, a touch of slouch, and some COLOR on a cardigan, and boy did this stunning yarn deliver. My cables here are simple and geometric. A classic V-neck with bold detail and a deep, cozy hem underline the cozy vibe and add more strong lines to the design.
Sleeves are generous and worked in stockinette so they fold and slouch when worn. The fit is easy in the body, and I like my cardigans to end just below my waist. However, as shown in the test knits, you can easily adjust the fit in both the body and the sleeves as you like!
l included side detail under each arm to allow for modifications to the body without having to worry about cable math, and there are notes about adjusting your sleeve shaping for a more fitted sleeve. Campari is actually a great design to personalize for your own wardrobe and taste, and the elements work beautifully in a variety of silhouettes.
The yarn l used is Biches et Buches Le Gros Lambswool, a wonderful Aran-weight fiber that knits up fast and easy. It has a little crunch to begin with (which I love), and it's softened with only a pit of wear and blocking. The yarn shows off the cables nicely and allows for a perfect drape in the sleeves (if you decide you want those sleeves!).
As noted above, Campari is easy to modify. There are comments in the pattern for adjusting either length and width in the lower body. The generous sleeves can be shaped evenly from armhole to cuff for a traditional fit. Notes are also included on adjusting the upper body, shoulders, and back neckline if desired, and the cable pattern is both charted and written out. Short row shaping at shoulders can be done in either cable pattern or stockinette.
Campari is worked flat from hem to armholes, then separated into 3 pieces. These pieces are then worked flat to shoulders, which are shaped with short rows and seamed at top. The button band/collar is picked up around the seamed front opening and knit flat to end, and sleeve stitches are picked up around seamed armholes and worked in the round to cuff.
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I wanted texture, a touch of slouch, and some COLOR on a cardigan, and boy did this stunning yarn deliver. My cables here are simple and geometric. A classic V-neck with bold detail and a deep, cozy hem underline the cozy vibe and add more strong lines to the design.
Sleeves are generous and worked in stockinette so they fold and slouch when worn. The fit is easy in the body, and I like my cardigans to end just below my waist. However, as shown in the test knits, you can easily adjust the fit in both the body and the sleeves as you like!
l included side detail under each arm to allow for modifications to the body without having to worry about cable math, and there are notes about adjusting your sleeve shaping for a more fitted sleeve. Campari is actually a great design to personalize for your own wardrobe and taste, and the elements work beautifully in a variety of silhouettes.
The yarn l used is Biches et Buches Le Gros Lambswool, a wonderful Aran-weight fiber that knits up fast and easy. It has a little crunch to begin with (which I love), and it's softened with only a pit of wear and blocking. The yarn shows off the cables nicely and allows for a perfect drape in the sleeves (if you decide you want those sleeves!).
As noted above, Campari is easy to modify. There are comments in the pattern for adjusting either length and width in the lower body. The generous sleeves can be shaped evenly from armhole to cuff for a traditional fit. Notes are also included on adjusting the upper body, shoulders, and back neckline if desired, and the cable pattern is both charted and written out. Short row shaping at shoulders can be done in either cable pattern or stockinette.
Campari is worked flat from hem to armholes, then separated into 3 pieces. These pieces are then worked flat to shoulders, which are shaped with short rows and seamed at top. The button band/collar is picked up around the seamed front opening and knit flat to end, and sleeve stitches are picked up around seamed armholes and worked in the round to cuff.
Scroll down for more details.
I wanted texture, a touch of slouch, and some COLOR on a cardigan, and boy did this stunning yarn deliver. My cables here are simple and geometric. A classic V-neck with bold detail and a deep, cozy hem underline the cozy vibe and add more strong lines to the design.
Sleeves are generous and worked in stockinette so they fold and slouch when worn. The fit is easy in the body, and I like my cardigans to end just below my waist. However, as shown in the test knits, you can easily adjust the fit in both the body and the sleeves as you like!
l included side detail under each arm to allow for modifications to the body without having to worry about cable math, and there are notes about adjusting your sleeve shaping for a more fitted sleeve. Campari is actually a great design to personalize for your own wardrobe and taste, and the elements work beautifully in a variety of silhouettes.
The yarn l used is Biches et Buches Le Gros Lambswool, a wonderful Aran-weight fiber that knits up fast and easy. It has a little crunch to begin with (which I love), and it's softened with only a pit of wear and blocking. The yarn shows off the cables nicely and allows for a perfect drape in the sleeves (if you decide you want those sleeves!).
As noted above, Campari is easy to modify. There are comments in the pattern for adjusting either length and width in the lower body. The generous sleeves can be shaped evenly from armhole to cuff for a traditional fit. Notes are also included on adjusting the upper body, shoulders, and back neckline if desired, and the cable pattern is both charted and written out. Short row shaping at shoulders can be done in either cable pattern or stockinette.
Campari is worked flat from hem to armholes, then separated into 3 pieces. These pieces are then worked flat to shoulders, which are shaped with short rows and seamed at top. The button band/collar is picked up around the seamed front opening and knit flat to end, and sleeve stitches are picked up around seamed armholes and worked in the round to cuff.
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Yarn:Biches et Buches Le Gros Lambswool (100% Lambswool, 210yds/192m per 3.53 oz/100g skein). Shown in Medium Red.
If substituting yarn, you need a heavy worsted or Aran weight fiber that works to gauge. Swatch in both stockinette and cable pattern to be sure the motif shows up in your yarn, to familiarize yourself with the pattern, and to check gauge. As always, a solid, tweed, or semisolid works best to showcase both the pattern and details. If using hand-dyed yarn, be sure to alternate skeins and watch for any color pooling or a line when switching to a new skein.
Gauge: 16 sts and 24 rows per 4"/10cm in cable pattern and in rib on larger gauge needle for body. 14 sts and 24 rows in stockinette on larger gauge needle for sleeves. 18 sts and 24 rows in 1x1 rib on smaller needle at cuffs. All gauges based on final, blocked fabric.
Needles: US#8/5mm circular needles. 29"/73.5cm or longer circular needle for sweater body and collar/ button band and in preferred method for working small circumference for sleeves. US#7/4.5mm needles in preferred method for small circumferences for sleeve cuff only. Adjust needle size(s) to achieve gauge if needed.
Sizes:
33.75(39.75,44.25,50.25,56.25)(62.25,68.25,72.75)”
85.75(101,112.5,127.75,143)(158,173.25,184.75)cm
For fit shown, choose a size that allows for 4-6”/10-15.25cm of positive ease at bust
Yardage:
1000(1100,1200,1300,1400)(1550,1650,1750)yds
915(1005,1100,1190,1280)(1420,1510,1600)