Reading Cardigan by Jared Flood

Craft: Knitting

This pattern is available on Ravelry.

An allover shaker rib gives this sweater its bookish appeal. A boxy shape that’s smart too, this cardigan features subtle fit enhancements from compound raglan curves, hidden short rows at center back neck, and gentle waist darts that keep the boxy fit flattering, not overwhelming.

The textural design lines of shaker rib spotlight unique shaping details throughout the garment: a deep V-neckline and unique ornamental sleeve shaping that is mirrored on right and left sides. The not-quite-shawl collar is double-thick with an inner facing (worked all-in-one piece with the rest of the sweater) that creates a finish that’s both clean and cozy. Optional button or clasp closures may be added, with invisible buttonholes concealed on the inside of the cardigan facing.

Worked completely seamlessly from the top down, choose from different length options for both body and sleeves to get a custom proportion that’s just right for you. Try the garment on as you go and make length adjustments as you work to get the perfect fit.

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Construction

Cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down, beginning at center back neck. Stitches are cast on for first half of collar extension, which is shaped with short rows, then worked flat to half of target length and placed on hold. Stitches for second half of collar extension are picked up from cast on edge of first half, then worked as for first half. Stitches are picked up across side edge of collar extension and yoke is worked flat to the underarm. Upon completion of raglan yoke, Body and Sleeves are divided and worked separately. Sleeve stitches are placed on hold and the body is worked flat to chosen length (semi-cropped/classic/tall). Sleeves are then worked circularly to the cuff, with mirrored decorative shaping. The collar facing is tacked down using a lighter weight yarn or embroidery thread. If concealed buttonhole closures have been worked, buttons are sewn on to finish.

Finished Dimensions

Sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4) (5, 6, 7) (8, 9, 10, 11)

39½ (43, 47, 49¾) (53¾, 57¾, 61¾) (66¼, 69¾, 74¼, 78¼)“ [100.5 (109, 119.5, 126.5) (136.5, 146.5, 157) (168.5, 177, 188.5, 199) cm] finished circumference at chest, with front bands overlapping

See Full Schematic for more sizing information

Sample 1 is size 3, Semi-Cropped Version with Classic Sleeves in Shelter color Snowbound. Modeled by Joumi (long hair), 5’7½”/171.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease; and Kyra (short hair), 5’4”/162.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease.

Sample 2 is size 3, Classic Version with Classic Sleeves in Imbue Worsted color Tapestry. Modeled by Kyra (short hair), 5’4”/162.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease.

Sample 3 is size 3, Classic Version with Classic Sleeves in Imbue Worsted color Cloak. Modeled by Kyra (short hair), 5’4”/162.5 cm tall, with 12”/30.5 cm positive ease.

Need help picking a size? See our resource page on Selecting a Sweater Size

Yarn

Choose from Brooklyn Tweed worsted weight wool yarn:

Brooklyn Tweed Tones — 140 yards (128 meters) per 50g skein

11-13 (12-14, 12-15, 13-16) (14-17, 15-18, 16-19) (17-20, 18-21, 19-22, 20-23) skeins

—OR—

Brooklyn Tweed Shelter — 140 yards (128 meters) per 50g skein

11-13 (12-14, 12-15, 13-16) (14-17, 15-18, 16-19) (17-20, 18-21, 19-22, 20-23) skeins

Photographed in color Snowbound

—OR—

Brooklyn Tweed Imbue Worsted — 104 yds (95 meters) per 50g skein

14-17 (15-18, 17-20, 18-21) (19-22, 20-24, 21-25) (23-27, 24-28, 27-31) skeins

Photographed in colors Tapestry and Cloak

In any of these yarns, you may choose to knit from six variations:

Semi-Cropped Version, Classic Sleeve

Semi-Cropped Version, Tall Sleeve

Classic Version, Classic Sleeve

Classic Version, Tall Sleeve

Tall Version, Classic Sleeve

Tall Version, Tall Sleeve

See Full Pattern Specs for skein counts and yardage for each variation.

Yardage

1440-1695 (1550-1825, 1680-1980, 1805-2120) (1945-2285, 2030-2395, 2170-2560) (2330-2735, 2430-2855, 2575-3025, 2735-3210) yards

[1317-1550 (1417-1669, 1536-1811, 1650-1939) (1779-2089, 1856-2190, 1984-2341) (2131-2501, 2222-2611, 2355-2766, 2501-2935) meters]

of worsted weight wool yarn

Gauge

18 stitches & 40 rows/rounds per 4”/10 cm in Shaker Rib pattern with main needle, after blocking

Needles

Main needles

Suggested size US 6 (4 mm)

32”/80 cm circular needle (or longer as preferred)

Double-pointed needles (DPNs)

Ribbing needles

Suggested size US 4 (3.5 mm)

Two or three sizes smaller than Main needle, for working ribbed trims

32”/80 cm circular needle (or longer as preferred)

Double-pointed needles (DPNs)

Tutorials for all special techniques listed below are included in the pattern:

Video — Italian Bind Off for 1x1 Ribbing

Blocking 101

Video - Sewing Down Facings

Skill Level

3 out of 5: Intermediate