Cardigan and Shawl Knitted in King Cole Glitz DK - 5807 - Downloadable PDF

Pattern Summary: Cardigan and Shawl Knitted in King Cole Glitz DK – Pattern 5807

This King Cole pattern 5807 is a downloadable PDF offering instructions for two coordinating knitted designs: a cardigan and a shawl, both worked in King Cole Glitz DK yarn. The pattern is suited to intermediate knitters and covers a size range of 81–107 cm (32–42 inches), making it a versatile choice for a variety of adult figures. As with all King Cole patterns, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation with every purchase.

About the Designs

The Cardigan

The cardigan is a classic knitted garment featuring a structured fabric achieved through a specific stitch pattern. It is designed to be a wearable, everyday piece with a flattering fit across a generous size range. The use of King Cole Glitz DK yarn adds a subtle sparkle to the finished garment, elevating it beyond a standard everyday knit and making it particularly suitable for occasions where a touch of glamour is welcome.

• Tension: 28 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over the cardigan pattern on 4mm needles
• Needle size: 4mm knitting needles
• Yarn weight: DK (double knit)

The Shawl

The shawl is a separate design included within the same pattern booklet, offering knitters a beautiful accessory to complement the cardigan or to wear as a standalone statement piece. Shawls are a popular knitting project as they are typically worked flat and allow the yarn's texture and sheen to take centre stage. The King Cole Glitz DK yarn is particularly well-suited to a shawl, where its sparkle can drape elegantly and catch the light.

• Tension: 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over the shawl pattern on 4mm needles
• Needle size: 4mm knitting needles
• Yarn weight: DK (double knit)

It is worth noting that the two designs use different stitch tensions despite sharing the same needle size, which reflects the difference in stitch patterns used for each piece. Knitters are strongly advised to work a tension square before beginning either project, as achieving the correct tension is essential for a well-fitting cardigan and a correctly proportioned shawl.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern draws on a range of classic knitting techniques and stitches, making it an excellent project for knitters who are comfortable with the basics and ready to develop their skills further. The following techniques and abbreviations are referenced within the pattern:

• Knit (K) and Purl (P) – the two foundational stitches of knitting, used throughout both designs
• Stocking stitch (st-st) – worked with the right side knit and the wrong side purled, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Reversed stocking stitch (rev st-st) – the opposite of stocking stitch, with the right side purled and the wrong side knitted, producing a textured, ridged surface
• Garter stitch (gst) – every row knitted, producing a stretchy, reversible fabric with a ridged appearance; often used for borders and edgings
• Increasing (inc) and decreasing (dec) – shaping techniques used to form the silhouette of the cardigan
• Pass slipped stitch over (psso) – a decrease technique used to shape fabric neatly
• Slip stitch (sl) – stitches slipped from one needle to another without working them, often used in shaping or pattern details
• Yarn forward (yfwd) and yarn back (ybk) – techniques used to create yarn-over increases or to position the yarn correctly for pattern transitions
• Through back of stitch (tbs) – working into the back loop of a stitch to