Solace Cardigan in Berroco Biella

Solace Cardigan in Berroco Biella

What is Being Made

The Solace Cardigan is an advanced-level knitted cardigan designed by Åsa Buchta and crafted using Berroco Biella yarn. This garment is available in ten sizes ranging from 33 inches to 70½ inches bust measurement (closed), with finished lengths varying from 24½ inches to 29¼ inches. The cardigan is designed to be worn with positive ease, with recommended ease of approximately 2–6 inches for a comfortable, relaxed fit.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This cardigan is an experienced-level knitting project that utilizes circular needles for the majority of construction. The pattern employs a structured approach using multiple needle sizes to create stitch definition and proper garment shaping. The design incorporates both circular needle work for larger circumferences and double-pointed needles or preferred small circumference needles for working smaller sections, demonstrating advanced knitting construction methods.

Stitches and Stitch Work

While specific stitch patterns are not detailed in the provided materials, the advanced skill level designation indicates that this cardigan incorporates sophisticated stitch techniques appropriate for experienced knitters. The use of two different needle sizes—sizes 4 and 6 (3.5 mm and 4 mm)—suggests gauge-dependent stitch work that creates textural or structural variation throughout the garment.

Yarn and Materials

Yarn: Berroco Biella in color #12908 Chocolate is the specified yarn for this project. Berroco Biella is available in DK and sport weight categories, making it suitable for creating garments with excellent drape and definition. Yardage requirements range from 6 to 13 balls of 50-gram skeins depending on the finished size selected.

Needles: The pattern requires a 32-inch circular needle in both sizes 4 and 6 (3.5 mm and 4 mm), along with one set each of double-pointed needles or preferred small circumference needles in the same sizes. Knitters should select needles to obtain the specified gauge for proper fit and finished measurements.

Size Range and Finished Measurements

• Size 1: 33 inches bust, 24½ inches length
• Size 2: 37¼ inches bust, 25 inches length
• Size 3: 41¼ inches bust, 25½ inches length
• Size 4: 45½ inches bust, 26¼ inches length
• Size 5: 49¾ inches bust, 26¾ inches length
• Size 6: 53¾ inches bust, 27¼ inches length
• Size 7: 58 inches bust, 27½ inches length
• Size 8: 62¼ inches bust, 28 inches length
• Size 9: 66¼ inches bust, 28½ inches length
• Size 10: 70½ inches bust, 29¼ inches length

The pattern sample shown is size 3 (41¼ inches bust) modeled with 6 inches of positive ease.