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V & Round Neck Cardigans in King Cole Cottonsoft DK

What Is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern provides instructions for creating two styles of cardigans: one with a V-neck and one with a round neck. Both designs are suitable for intermediate knitters and are available in sizes ranging from 56 to 76 centimetres (22 to 30 inches), making them versatile for different body measurements.

Techniques Used

The pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. Key techniques include increasing and decreasing stitches to shape the garment pieces, slipping stitches for edge finishing, and ribbed edging to create structure and elasticity at cuffs, hems, and necklines. The pattern also incorporates alternating stitch patterns across the main body of the cardigans for visual texture and interest.

Stitches Used

• Knit stitch (K) – the fundamental stitch forming the base fabric
• Purl stitch (P) – used in combination with knit stitches
• 1x1 Rib – created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a repeating pattern, worked as *K1, P1* across rows, providing elasticity and neat finishing
• Slip stitch (s1) – used for joining sections and creating finished edges
• Yarn forward (yfwd) – creates decorative openings in the fabric

Materials Required

These cardigans are knitted using King Cole Cottonsoft DK yarn, a double knit weight suitable for creating lightweight, breathable garments. The pattern specifies 4mm knitting needles (or the size required to achieve correct tension). Crafters should verify their needle size based on achieving the required tension of 21 stitches and 28 rows to 10 centimetres (4 inches) over the alternating stitch pattern.

Pattern Details

The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and special instructions to guide knitters through construction. Tension is critical for proper fit; if fewer stitches are achieved per 10 centimetres than specified, a finer needle should be used, and if more stitches are achieved, a coarser needle is recommended. The pattern distinguishes between right side (rs) and wrong side (ws) of the work, essential for maintaining consistent stitch orientation throughout.

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