Sauble

Sauble Cardigan by Laura Chau

What is Being Made

The Sauble is a light, comfortable cardigan designed for layering, featuring short sleeves and a V-neck construction. This garment is versatile enough to wear over favorite T-shirts and dresses, making it an essential piece for a flexible wardrobe. The cardigan is available in 12 finished bust sizes ranging from 30.25 inches to 58.75 inches (75.5 cm to 149 cm), allowing for a wide range of fit options. The design is meant to be worn with 0–2 inches of ease at the bust, providing a comfortable and flattering silhouette.

Knitting Techniques

The Sauble cardigan employs a strategic construction method that prioritizes ease and fit. The body is knit from the bottom up, worked flat in one piece to the underarm, which streamlines the knitting process and minimizes seaming in the main garment section. The set-in sleeves are knit flat and seamed separately, ensuring a tailored fit and professional finish. This construction approach is ideal for intermediate knitters who are comfortable with flat knitting, shaping, and seaming techniques.

Stitches Used

The Sauble features the Wildflower Knot stitch as its signature stitch pattern. This stitch is described as elegant and fun to knit, adding visual interest and texture to the cardigan while remaining accessible to intermediate-level knitters. The Wildflower Knot stitch elevates the design beyond basic stockinette, creating a sophisticated appearance suitable for both casual and dressed-up occasions.

Materials

The Sauble cardigan is designed to use just a few skeins of sock yarn, making it an economical project. The sample shown uses Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk, which is composed of 85% superwash merino wool and 15% mulberry silk. This yarn provides 437 yards (400 meters) per 3.5 ounce (100 gram) skein. The 4-ply yarn weight creates a lightweight fabric ideal for layering, while the silk content adds a subtle sheen and drape to the finished garment. Knitters should select needles appropriate for 4-ply yarn and the stitch pattern gauge specified in the pattern.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience who are ready to tackle set-in sleeves, stitch patterns, and seaming techniques. The project provides an excellent opportunity to develop shaping and finishing skills while creating a wearable, elegant garment.