Krini Cardigan in Rowan Merino Aria - RM007-00009-DEP - Downloadable PDF

Krini Cardigan by Martin Storey

What is Being Made

The Krini Cardigan is a women's knitted cardigan designed by Martin Storey for Rowan. This garment is constructed as a button-front cardigan with separate front and back pieces, featuring a classic fitted silhouette. The cardigan is available in multiple sizes ranging from bust measurements of 71–76 cm through 152–157 cm, accommodating a wide range of body sizes from extra-small to extra-large proportions.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key construction techniques. The cardigan uses set-in sleeves, requiring careful shaping at the armholes and sleeve caps. Waist shaping is incorporated to create a tailored fit. The pattern involves working pieces separately, with the front and back sections knitted independently before assembly. Stitch pickup is used to add edgings and finishing details after the main pieces are complete. The neckline construction requires holding stitches on waste yarn or stitch holders during the shaping process, allowing for precise neckline finishing.

Stitches Used

The Krini Cardigan features a ribbed knit pattern as its primary stitch structure. The ribbing pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in a 2x2 configuration (two knit stitches followed by two purl stitches), creating vertical lines of texture that provide elasticity and structure to the finished garment. This classic ribbed construction is repeated throughout the body and sleeves of the cardigan.

Materials

This cardigan is knitted using Rowan Merino Aria yarn in a chunky weight, with each 50-gram ball providing substantial yardage for efficient project completion. The pattern is worked on knitting needles in sizes 6 and 7, with the larger needle used for the main fabric and the smaller needle likely reserved for ribbed edgings and cuffs to maintain proper tension and elasticity. The sample photographed features the Natural 041 colorway, showcasing the yarn's natural fiber qualities in a neutral shade.