Cardigan in Lace Patterns in Schachenmayr Catania - S9011 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigan in Lace Patterns in Schachenmayr Catania

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern creates a cardigan featuring a sophisticated lace pattern mix design. The garment is constructed using sport weight yarn in Schachenmayr Catania and is available in multiple sizes, accommodating various body measurements. The design combines structured ribbed edging with intricate lace stitch patterns throughout the main body, creating a refined and elegant finished piece suitable for layering.

Techniques Used

The cardigan employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques. Circular needle knitting is used for constructing the main body pieces, allowing for seamless construction and easier stitch management across larger stitch counts. Ribbed knit edging provides structure and elasticity at the lower edge and cuffs. The pattern incorporates lace stitch techniques that create openwork designs through strategic yarn overs and decreases, requiring attention to stitch placement and pattern repeats. Stitch increases are incorporated during the transition from ribbed edging to lace pattern sections to achieve the desired finished dimensions.

Stitches Used

• Ribbed knit stitch – used for the initial 5 cm (approximately 18 rows) of edging to create an elastic, structured border
• Lace stitch patterns – multiple lace pattern variations (referenced as Strickschrift 1, 2, and 3 in the original pattern) create the openwork design elements
• Yarn overs and decreases – fundamental lace-making techniques that form the characteristic holes and texture of the lace patterns
• Knit and purl stitches – basic stitches that form the foundation of the ribbed sections and support structure within the lace patterns

Materials and Gauge

This pattern uses Schachenmayr Catania yarn in sport weight, a smooth, versatile yarn suitable for creating defined stitch definition in lace work. The pattern specifies circular knitting needles in two sizes: 2 mm needles for the ribbed edging sections and 2.5 mm needles for the main lace pattern body. The gauge is 24 stitches and 32 rows over 10 x 10 cm when worked in the lace pattern mix using 2.5 mm needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit and drape of the finished cardigan. The back piece begins with 102, 114, or 122 cast-on stitches depending on the selected size, with additional stitches increased during the transition to the lace pattern sections.