Floozy

Floozy Cardigan by Truly Myrtle

What is Being Made

Floozy is a top-down knitted cardigan designed by Truly Myrtle for knitters of all levels. This garment is described as deliciously comfortable and versatile, suitable for wearing over dresses and skirts or paired with boots and trousers. The cardigan features a distinctive colorful yoke created through slipped stitch techniques, making it a bold and beautiful statement piece perfect for dancing, dreaming, and feeling fabulous.

Sizing and Fit Options

Floozy is available in a wide range of sizes to accommodate different body types and preferences. Finished bust circumferences (when closed and buttoned) range from 32.5 inches (81.5 cm) to 59.75 inches (149.5 cm), with multiple options for different body and sleeve lengths. This extensive sizing range ensures that knitters can choose a size that either provides room to move or showcases their shape according to personal preference.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

Floozy is knitted from the top down, allowing knitters to try on the cardigan as they progress through the pattern. The most distinctive feature is the use of slipped stitches to create the stunning colorful yoke. Despite the visually impressive result, the colorwork technique is remarkably simple: you work just one color per row, eliminating the complexity of traditional stranded or intarsia colorwork. This approach makes the pattern accessible to intermediate knitters and even those new to colorwork techniques.

The straightforward stitch work combined with the top-down construction method makes Floozy suitable for every level of knitter, from those tackling their first cardigan to experienced crafters seeking a quick, satisfying project.

Yarn and Materials

Floozy is designed to be knitted with fingering weight yarn (4-ply), specifically a luxury blend of 70% merino, 20% silk, and 10% cashmere. This high-quality yarn composition provides both comfort and elegance. The recommended yardage is 438 yards (400 meters), though the exact yardage needed may vary depending on the chosen size and sleeve length options.

The merino wool base provides breathability and temperature regulation, while the silk and cashmere additions contribute to a luxurious drape and soft hand feel, making this cardigan a pleasure to wear against the skin.