Apaixonar

Apaixonar Cardigan by Meiju Kallio

What is Being Made

Apaixonar is a luxurious top-down knitted cardigan designed by Meiju Kallio as an independent designer project. This garment is engineered for lightness and elegance, offering a sophisticated layering piece suitable for intermediate knitters. The cardigan is available in seven sizes ranging from XS to XXXL, with finished garment measurements provided in the pattern documentation. The design incorporates intentional positive ease for comfortable wear, with adjustable length capability due to its top-down construction method.

Knitting Techniques Used

The Apaixonar cardigan employs a top-down construction method, which is a fundamental technique that allows knitters to begin at the neckline and work downward toward the hem. This approach provides significant practical advantages: knitters can easily adjust the finished length of the cardigan to their preference without recalculating stitch counts or unraveling completed work. The top-down method also enables try-ons during the knitting process to ensure proper fit before completing the garment.

The pattern incorporates positive ease in both the body and sleeves, meaning the finished measurements are intentionally larger than the wearer's body measurements. This design choice creates a comfortable, relaxed fit rather than a fitted silhouette. For knitters preferring a more tailored appearance, the pattern recommends selecting one size smaller than your typical size.

Stitches and Pattern Elements

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the Apaixonar is classified as a lace-weight project, indicating the pattern likely incorporates lace stitches or openwork elements. Lace knitting typically involves yarn overs and decreases that create decorative holes and delicate textures, contributing to the cardigan's described "symphony for lightness." These techniques are characteristic of intermediate-level knitting and require attention to stitch counts and pattern repeats.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Apaixonar cardigan is designed to be worked in Rowan Kidsilk Haze, a luxury yarn blend composed of 70% goat mohair and 30% silk. This fiber combination creates the luxurious, lightweight quality that defines the garment. Each skein of Rowan Kidsilk Haze contains 25 grams and yields approximately 229 yards (209 meters).

Yarn yardage requirements vary by size:

• XS: approximately 1,380 yards (1,260 meters) — 6 skeins
• S: approximately 1,495 yards (1,365 meters) — 6.5 skeins
• M: approximately 1,725 yards (1,575 meters) — 7.5 skeins
• L: approximately 1,955 yards (1,785 meters) — 8.5 skeins
• XL: approximately 2,185 yards (1,995 meters) — 9.5 skeins
• XXL: approximately 2,300 yards (2,100 meters) — 10 skeins
• XXXL: approximately 2,530 yards (2,310 meters) — 11 skeins

The sample cardigan shown in the pattern was knitted in Rowan Kidsilk Haze colorway 00651. Appropriate knitting needles for lace-weight yarn are required, though specific needle sizes are not included in the provided excerpt.

Pattern Information

This is a downloadable PDF pattern for personal use only. The pattern copyright is held by Meiju K-P and dates to 2019. Pattern support and questions can be directed to meijuknits@gmail.com. Commercial use of the pattern or items knitted from this pattern is not permitted under the stated terms.