Kapsel Cardigan PDF Knitting Pattern
Kapsel Cardigan PDF Knitting Pattern
With an all-over textured pattern and modern silhouette, Kapsel is a versatile cardigan that is perfect for the office, outings with friends, or cozy nights in. It features a flattering modified drop shoulder, big front pockets, and a comfortable fit that’s as stylish as it is snuggly. Whether paired with your favourite jeans or pj's, you’ll find yourself reaching for Kapsel over and over again.
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SIZING (to fit chest)
30 (32, 34, 36, 38, 40) (42, 44, 46, 48, 50) (52, 54, 56, 58) in / 76 (81, 86, 91, 96, 102) (107, 112, 117, 122, 127) (132, 137, 142, 147) cm. Garment is designed to be worn with approx 9-10 in / 24-25 cm of positive ease. Please choose your size according to your actual full-bust measurement (the circumference of widest part of your bust).
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
39.5 (41.25, 43, 46.25, 48, 49.75) (51.25, 53, 56.5, 58, 59.75) (61.5, 63.25, 66.5, 68.25) in / 100.25 (104.75, 109.25, 117.5, 122, 126.25) (130.25, 134.5, 143.5, 147.25, 151.75) (156.25, 160.75, 169, 173.25) cm. Pattern provides full finished measurements and schematic.
Models shown are wearing a Size 34 (Aisling is 5’8” with a 34” bust) and Size 40 (Shannon is 5’4” with a 41” bust).
CONSTRUCTION
This cardigan is knit bottom up, then front and back are separated at underarm before working neck and shoulder shaping (shoulder shaping is done using German Short Rows). Shoulders and neck are finished with Three Needle Bind Off. Stitches are picked up at the armhole and the sleeves are worked flat. (The main pattern stitch is unable to be worked in the round.) After blocking, the sleeves, back of neck, and pockets are seamed.
YARN
Quince & Co. Lark (& Heathers)(100% American Wool, 134 yds / 123 m per 50g skein), 10 (11, 12, 12, 13, 13) (14, 15, 15, 16, 17) (18, 19, 19, 20) skeins, shown in colorways Iceland, Twig, and Root
YOTH Yarns Father (100% Rambouillet, 220 yds /201 m per 100g skein), 6 (7, 7, 8, 8, 8) (9, 9, 9, 10, 11) (11, 12, 12, 13) skeins, shown in colorway 001 Oyster
OR approx 1294 (1419, 1526, 1592, 1658, 1724) (1841, 1909, 1977, 2107, 2241) (2317, 2456, 2534, 2680) yds / 1239 (1298, 1395, 1456, 1516, 1576) (1683, 1746, 1808, 1927, 2048) (2118, 2246, 2317, 2451) m of worsted weight yarn
GAUGE (Please visit bonus webpage provided in pattern before swatching.)
Beaded Rib stitch - Hem, Pocket Tops & Cuffs - 20 sts and 28 rows = 4 in / 10 cm, unblocked & blocked
Purl Twist stitch - Main Body - 20 sts and 26 rows = 4 in / 10 cm, unblocked
19 sts and 25 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in Purl Twist stitch, blocked
Stockinette stitch - Pocket Linings - 18 sts and 27 rows = 4 in / 10 cm, unblocked
NEEDLES
US 6 / 4.00 mm long circular recommended
Extra US 6 / 4.00 mm needle to work Three Needle Bind-Off.
Note: Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the proper gauge.
NOTIONS
Stitch markers - 9, darning needle
INSTRUCTIONS
This pattern includes fully written instructions, a detailed pattern schematic as well as a link to a bonus help webpage with modification instructions, gauge tips, stitch videos and more! It has been professionally tech edited and thoroughly tested.
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EXTRAS
Read more about Kapsel & it's inspiration and view more photos on our blog HERE.
You can also purchase this knitting pattern in our RAVELRY shop HERE and on ETSY HERE.
Photography: Koyahni Photography // Model: Aisling Goodman (Coultish Management) // Tech Editing: Anne Marie Hart
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