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Berroco Beverly Cardigan by Amy Christoffers

Project Overview

The Beverly cardigan is an intermediate-level knitting design created by Amy Christoffers for Berroco. This garment showcases a sophisticated approach to colorwork through strategic stripe patterning, offering five size options ranging from 32" to 72" bust measurements with finished lengths between 21" and 24½". The design is worked to accommodate 2–4" of positive ease, allowing for comfortable layering and wear.

Construction Techniques

Beverly employs both seamed and seamless construction methods, providing flexibility for knitters who prefer different finishing approaches. The cardigan is worked flat on circular needles, which allows for easier stitch management and the ability to place stitches on hold during construction. The garment features horizontal stripes that add visual interest and demonstrate color blocking techniques across the body of the piece.

Stitches and Stitch Work

The primary stitch used throughout Beverly is Reverse Stockinette Stitch, which creates a textured, bumpy fabric surface that showcases the yarn's qualities and the color transitions beautifully. This stitch is worked with two strands of yarn held together, which adds depth and creates a denser fabric suitable for a cardigan's structure and drape.

Yarn and Materials

Beverly is designed to be worked with Berroco Ultra Wool Fine, a 4-ply weight yarn. The pattern calls for four coordinating colors:

• Butternut (#5329) – 1–2 balls depending on size
• Sunflower (#53122) – 1–2 balls depending on size
• Cream (#5301) – 2–3 balls depending on size
• Lavender (#53157) – 2–3 balls depending on size

Total yardage varies by size, with the pattern recommending the specific Berroco Ultra Wool Fine yarn to ensure accurate gauge and finished measurements.

Needles and Notions

Construction requires a 32" circular needle in size 7 (4.50 mm) or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge. Additional supplies include spare needles or waste yarn for holding stitches, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and seaming, and stitch markers to track pattern repeats and shaping.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 28 rows over 4" in Reverse Stockinette Stitch with two strands of yarn held together. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished cardigan meets the intended measurements. Beverly is available in six sizes: 32", 40", 48", 56", 64", and 72" bust, accommodating a wide range of body types.

Skill Level and Finishing

Rated as an intermediate project, Beverly is suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to work with multiple colors, manage stitch placement, and execute seaming or seamless finishing techniques. The combination of stripe work and construction methods provides an engaging project that builds confidence in colorwork and garment assembly.