Ladies' Cardigan & Top in King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK - 4769 - Downloadable PDF

Ladies' Cardigan & Top in King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK

What is Being Made

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern provides instructions for creating a ladies' cardigan and matching top using King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK yarn. The design is available in multiple sizes, ranging from 81 to 127 cm (32 to 50 inches) in bust measurement, making it suitable for a wide range of body types. The pattern is classified as an Easy Knit design with larger sizes included, making it accessible to knitters of intermediate skill level.

Knitting Techniques Used

The pattern employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate knitters. Key techniques include working in stocking stitch (stockinette stitch), which creates the smooth, classic fabric appearance for both the cardigan and top. The construction involves shaping through strategic decreasing at the neckline to create proper garment fit. Knitters will work flat in rows rather than in the round, with attention to right-side and wrong-side rows to maintain consistent stitch orientation and fabric appearance.

Stitches and Stitch Abbreviations

The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations and fundamental stitches:

• Knit (k) – the primary stitch creating the smooth face of stocking stitch
• Purl (p) – used on wrong-side rows to build stocking stitch fabric
• Slip 1 stitch (s1) – used for edge stitches and shaping techniques
• Decrease (dec) – including pass slipped stitch over (psso) for neckline shaping
• Cast off – to finish edges and complete the garment

The pattern follows standard knitting notation, with instructions to work alternating rows and repeat sections as indicated throughout the garment construction.

Materials and Specifications

This pattern is designed for King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK yarn, a double knit weight yarn. The recommended needle size is 4 mm, though knitters should select the size necessary to achieve the correct tension. The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch on 4 mm needles. Checking tension before beginning is essential – knitters should use thinner needles if they have more stitches than specified, or thicker needles if they have fewer stitches, ensuring the finished garment achieves the intended measurements and drape.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern (Leaflet 4769) that knitters can print and reference while working. The pattern includes size options clearly marked for selection, allowing knitters to circle their chosen size and follow the corresponding stitch counts and row numbers throughout the instructions.