Beets Cardigan in Rowan Denim Revive - ZB298-00002-DE - Downloadable PDF

Beets Cardigan in Rowan Denim Revive – Pattern Summary (ZB298-00002-DE)

The Beets Cardigan is a beautifully structured knitted cardigan designed by Lisa Richardson and published by Rowan. This intermediate-level knitting pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is worked in Rowan Denim Revive DK weight yarn, photographed here in the colourway Cream 210. The design features a classic silhouette with integrated patch pockets and a single statement button fastening, making it a versatile and wearable wardrobe staple.

What Is Being Made

The pattern instructs knitters to construct a full cardigan comprising a back, a left front, a right front, sleeves, and two separate pocket linings (referred to in the pattern as Taschenbeutel, worked as two separate pieces). The garment is fastened with a single shell button measuring 2.8 cm. The cardigan is designed to be a relaxed, slightly oversized fit, with the knitted bust measurement generously exceeding the actual body measurement across all sizes.

Sizes and Fit

• Five sizes are offered, designed to fit bust measurements of 81–86 cm, 91–97 cm, 102–107 cm, 112–117 cm, and 122–127 cm
• Corresponding knitted bust measurements are 96.5 cm, 107.5 cm, 114.5 cm, 125.5 cm, and 136.5 cm, providing a comfortable, relaxed ease across all sizes
• The generous positive ease is characteristic of Lisa Richardson's relaxed, contemporary aesthetic

Techniques Used

• Flat knitting – all pieces are worked back and forth in rows on straight needles, then seamed together
• Pocket lining construction – two separate pocket pouches are knitted independently and later integrated into the fronts of the cardigan, a classic tailoring technique that adds both function and structure
• Shaping – standard knitted garment shaping is used across the back, fronts, and sleeves for armholes, shoulders, and neckline
• Stitch pattern repeats – the main stitch pattern (Muster/Mst) is worked consistently across all pieces, with row-by-row instructions provided for maintaining pattern continuity during shaping
• Seaming – the finished pieces are joined using conventional seaming methods, typical of a constructed, tailored cardigan

Stitches Used

• 2x2 Rib variation – the main stitch pattern alternates between knit 2, purl 2 sequences, with the rib offset on alternating rows to create a distinctive textural fabric. Row 1 works *k2, p2* and Row 3 reverses this to *p2, k2*, producing a richly textured, reversible-looking surface rather than a standard rib
• Knit (re) and purl (li) stitches form the entire fabric, making this an accessible yet visually interesting pattern for intermediate knitters
• The stitch repeat is a 4-stitch multiple, with edge stitches adjusted per size to maintain pattern alignment

Materials Required

• Yarn: Rowan Denim Revive in DK weight, photographed in Cream 210. The pattern requires 16 (18: 20: 21: 23) x 50 g balls depending on size. Rowan Denim Revive is a contemporary yarn designed to evoke the look and feel of denim fabric, making it an ideal choice for a relaxed, casual cardigan such as this
• Needles: 3.75 mm (3¾ mm) knitting needles are used throughout for both the main body pieces and the pocket linings
• Button: