1192 Indus - Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Goshen

1192 Indus Cardigan Knitting Pattern by Julie Turjoman

Garment Overview

The 1192 Indus is a women's shrug-style cardigan designed by Julie Turjoman for Valley Yarns. This intermediate-level knitting pattern features a distinctive sideways construction with the focal point of delicate lace detailing positioned at the back of the garment. The shrug combines short sleeves with deep ribbed hems at the cuffs and hem edges, creating a polished, finished appearance. This versatile piece transitions seamlessly from casual styling with jeans and a t-shirt to more dressed-up occasions when layered over a summer dress, making it an essential wardrobe addition for warm-weather seasons.

Sizing and Finished Measurements

The 1192 Indus is available in eight sizes ranging from extra-small through 4X-large: XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL). Finished bust measurements span from 34 inches in the smallest size to 62 inches in the largest size, accommodating a wide range of body types. The pattern is designed to fit with 2 to 4 inches of positive ease, allowing for comfortable layering and movement.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern calls for Valley Yarns Goshen, a premium blend of 48% Peruvian cotton, 46% Modal, and 6% silk. This fiber composition creates a cool, breathable, and comfortable fabric ideal for warm-weather knitting projects. The yarn is available in worsted weight with a yardage of 92 yards per 50-gram skein. Yarn requirements range from 7 skeins for the smallest sizes up to 12 skeins for the largest size. The sample shown in the pattern is knit in colorway 28-Bright Pink.

Tools and Equipment

• US 4 (3.50mm) circular needles in 24- to 32-inch lengths, or the size needed to achieve the specified gauge
• Stitch markers, including 2 locking stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and construction points
• Tapestry needle for weaming in ends and seaming garment pieces

Gauge

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit and finished measurements.

Knitting Techniques

The 1192 Indus employs several intermediate-level knitting techniques. The garment is worked flat on circular needles, meaning stitches are worked back and forth in rows rather than in the round. This construction method is ideal for incorporating lace patterns and allows for precise shaping. The pattern features lace stitchwork, which creates openwork sections with yarn overs and decreases that form decorative motifs. The lace is strategically placed at the back of the shrug for visual interest and design focus. Seaming is used to join the various pieces of the garment together, creating a professional, tailored finish. The deep ribbed hems are worked in knit and purl stitches to create vertical texture and structure that frames the lace and short sleeves.

Construction Method

This cardigan shrug is constructed using a sideways-working technique, meaning the body is knit horizontally from one side seam to the other rather than from the bottom up or top down. This unconventional construction method allows the lace pattern to be integrated seamlessly into the garment's structure and creates unique visual effects. After the main body sections are completed, the short sleeves and ribbed edgings are added and seamed to create the finished garment.

Skill Level

The 1192 Indus is rated as an intermediate-level pattern, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic stitches. Knitters should be comfortable with reading lace charts, managing multiple stitch markers, working with circular needles, and seaming garment pieces together. The sideways construction and lace elements require attention to pattern repeats and stitch counts, but the techniques employed are well within the reach of intermediate-level knitters seeking to expand their skills.