Ziggy

Ziggy Cardigan by Justyna Lorkowska

What is Being Made

Ziggy is a knitted cardigan designed by Justyna Lorkowska, intended to be worn open with minimal or no ease across the back. This downloadable PDF pattern is available in six sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL, with back width at bust measurements ranging from 37 cm (14.75") to 61.5 cm (24.5"). The cardigan is designed as a beginner-level knitting project, making it accessible to knitters new to garment construction.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Ziggy cardigan employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginner knitters. The pattern utilizes lifted increases, including right lifted increase (RLI) and left lifted increase (1R), which are worked by lifting the strand between stitches from the back and knitting into the front of the loop. The pattern also incorporates decreases using the slip, slip, knit (ssk) method, where two stitches are slipped individually as if to knit and then knit together through the back loops. Yarn overs (yo) are used to create decorative or textured elements within the design. The cardigan is worked using markers to track pattern repeats and construction sections, with instructions to place markers (pm), slip markers (sm), and reference marker A (mA) throughout the knitting process.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch used in the Ziggy cardigan is stockinette stitch (St st), which creates a smooth, classic fabric with a flat appearance. The pattern includes a repeat pattern (patt) that is worked across sections of the garment. Construction involves working in both rounds (rnd/rnds) and flat rows, with attention to right side (RS) and wrong side (WS) orientation. Basic stitches include knit and purl (p) stitches, with yarn management techniques such as yarn in front (wyf) and yarn in back (wyb) to control stitch tension and appearance.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Ziggy cardigan is designed to be knitted with sport weight yarn, which is a lightweight yarn suitable for creating garments with good drape and delicate fabric. The pattern requires knitting needles appropriate for sport weight yarn, though specific needle sizes are referenced within the full pattern documentation. Sport weight yarn is an excellent choice for beginner knitters working on a cardigan, as it allows for relatively quick progress while maintaining stitch definition and garment structure.

Pattern by Justyna Lorkowska © 2019 Lete's Knits. For personal use only.