Ethel Cardigan in Rowan Felted Tweed DK - Downloadable PDF
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Ethel Cardigan in Rowan Felted Tweed DK - Downloadable PDF
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Product Description
Ethel Cardigan by Lisa Richardson
What Is Being Made
The Ethel Cardigan is a women's knitted cardigan designed by Lisa Richardson and published by Rowan. This garment is tailored to fit bust measurements ranging from 71–76 cm up to 152–157 cm, with actual finished bust measurements between 41½ and 73 inches (105.5–185.5 cm). The cardigan features shaped shoulders and a structured back neck, making it a classic, fitted style suitable for everyday wear and layering.
Craft and Skill Level
This is a knitting project classified as intermediate difficulty. Knitters should have foundational experience with shaping techniques, pattern repeats, and garment construction before beginning this design. The intermediate skill level indicates that the pattern includes techniques beyond basic stockinette stitch and requires attention to detail in shaping the shoulders, neckline, and overall fit.
Techniques Used
- Shoulder shaping through strategic cast-offs at the beginning of rows
- Back neck shaping with decreases at the neck edge over multiple rows
- Two-sided neck construction, working each side of the neck separately for precise shaping
- Stitch holders used to preserve stitches for later work, particularly for the centre back neck and band sections
- Alternating row decreases to create smooth, graduated shaping
Stitches and Pattern Details
While the complete stitch pattern is not fully detailed in the provided excerpt, the pattern uses patt (pattern) notation throughout, indicating a stitch pattern repeat is worked across the body. The construction includes cast-on stitches, pattern rows on the right side (RS), and decreases worked at specific intervals. Stitches are cast off in groups to shape the shoulders, and centre stitches are transferred to holders for the neckband application.
Yarn and Materials
This cardigan is designed to be knitted in Rowan Felted Tweed DK, a double-knit weight yarn. The pattern specifies Bilberry (shade 151) as the yarn color used in the sample. DK weight yarn is a medium-weight option that creates a fabric with good drape and definition, ideal for fitted cardigans. The felted texture of Rowan Felted Tweed adds subtle visual interest and a soft, slightly nubby surface finish to the finished garment.
Sizing and Fit
The Ethel Cardigan is offered in nine sizes to accommodate a wide range of body types. Bust measurements to fit range from 71–76 cm (28–30 inches) through to 152–157 cm (60–62 inches), with finished garment measurements scaling proportionally. This extensive size range ensures that knitters of different dimensions can find an appropriate fit for this classic cardigan design.
Specifications
| Brand: | Rowan |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Featured Products: | Rowan Felted Tweed DK |
| Needles Required: | 3.25mm (US 3), 3.75mm (US 5) Single Point Needles & 3.25mm (US 3) Circular Needles |
| Finished Size: | To Fit Bust: 71cm to 157cm (28" to 62") |
| Pages: | 9 |
| Designer: | Lisa Richardson |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English, French |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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