Fala Cardigan in Berroco Indigo - Downloadable PDF

Fala Cardigan in Berroco Indigo – Knitting Pattern Summary

About This Pattern

The Fala Cardigan is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by Amy Christoffers and published by Berroco as part of Booklet #371. This downloadable PDF delivers a classic, button-front cardigan with a clean, structured silhouette that suits a wide range of knitters who are comfortable moving beyond beginner projects. The pattern is shown in a finished bust measurement of 37 inches and is designed with approximately 2 to 6 inches of ease, giving knitters flexibility when selecting their size.

Finished Measurements

• Bust (closed): 32½, 37, 42, 47, 51, 56, 61 inches
• Length: 23½, 24, 24½, 24½, 25, 25½, 26 inches

With seven sizes available, this pattern offers an inclusive range from smaller to more generous fits. Knitters are encouraged to carefully consider the intended ease before casting on.

What Is Being Made

The Fala Cardigan is a worsted-weight button-front cardigan. It features a structured, wearable shape designed for everyday use. The finished garment closes with seven ¾-inch buttons, adding a polished, traditional detail. The use of a main color and a contrast color introduces subtle visual interest, making this cardigan more dynamic than a single-color project while remaining approachable for intermediate knitters.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern is written specifically for Berroco Indigo, a worsted-weight yarn sold in 100-gram hanks. Two colorways are used:

• Main Color (MC): Berroco Indigo #6403 Flare — 4, 5, 5, 6, 7, 7, or 8 hanks depending on size
• Contrast Color (CC): Berroco Indigo #6432 High-rise — 1 hank across all sizes

Berroco recommends using the yarns specified in the instructions to ensure accurate results. Substituting a different yarn may affect gauge, drape, and overall finished dimensions.

Needles Required

The pattern calls for straight knitting needles in two sizes:

• Size 6 (4.00 mm) — used for ribbing or finishing details
• Size 7 (4.50 mm) — the primary needle size used to achieve gauge

As with all knitting patterns, knitters are advised to swatch and adjust needle size as needed to match the specified gauge exactly.

Gauge

The required gauge is 20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch on the larger (size 7 / 4.50 mm) needles. Achieving accurate gauge is essential for the finished cardigan to match the stated measurements across all seven sizes.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The Fala Cardigan is worked using foundational and intermediate knitting techniques well-suited to knitters who have experience with garment construction. Key stitches and methods include:

• Stockinette stitch (St st) — the primary fabric stitch, creating a smooth, classic knitted surface that forms the body of the cardigan
• Ribbing — typically used at cuffs, hems, and button bands to create elasticity and a neat, finished edge; the smaller needle size (size 6) supports this detail
• Two-color knitting — the use of a main color and a contrast color introduces colorwork elements that add visual depth to the design
• Garment shaping — intermediate-level shaping techniques such as increases and decreases are used to form the body, sleeves, and neckline of the cardigan
• Button band construction — creating a structured front opening finished with seven buttons, a hallmark of