Bohus Cardigan for 18 inch Dolls, Knitting Pattern, Doll Clothes Pattern

This knitting pattern for American Girl doll and similar size dolls is based on the famous Blue Shimmer cardigan by Bohus. The yoke pattern is reworked to reduce the number of contrast colors and allow the pattern to repeat itself over a smaller number of stitches.

This long sleeved cardigan with a beautiful yoke pattern is a wonderful cover up for cooler weather and will go over a dress, skirt or with pants. It can we worn as a stylish cardigan with the buttons on the front or as a sweater with the opening on the back. The cardigan in knitted from the top down, flat, on single pointed needles. The yoke pattern is charted. It doesn't take much yarn and the yoke is great for using up odd ends that are still residing in your stash.

The pattern may seem difficult, but if you follow the instructions row by row, you'll get really beautiful results. Also, do not be afraid to try the colors of your own, you'll be amazed what pretty results you might get.