Cardigan and Waistcoat in Stylecraft ReCreate DK - 10062 - Downloadable PDF

Stylecraft ReCreate DK Cardigan and Waistcoat – Pattern 10062: Detailed Summary

Pattern 10062 from Stylecraft is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring two separate designs: a classic fitted cardigan and a coordinating waistcoat, both worked in Stylecraft ReCreate DK yarn. This is an intermediate-level knitting pattern suitable for knitters who are comfortable with shaping techniques, ribbing, and textured stitch patterns. The designs are sized to fit a wide range of bust measurements, making them accessible and versatile for many knitters.

Sizing and Fit

Both garments are designed to fit bust sizes ranging from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) through to 122/127 cm (48/50 in), covering five size options. The actual finished measurements provide a comfortable, relaxed ease, with actual bust measurements spanning from 94 cm (37 in) to 135 cm (53¼ in). The full garment length ranges from approximately 56 cm to 67 cm depending on size, and the cardigan sleeve length runs from approximately 46 cm to 48 cm. The inclusion of larger sizes makes this pattern particularly appealing for knitters seeking stylish, well-fitted knitwear across a broad size range.

Design One: The Cardigan

Overview

The cardigan is a longline, button-front design worked flat in pieces and seamed. It features a structured silhouette with ribbed welts, a textured body, and set-in sleeves. The design is finished with five buttons measuring 1.5 cm (½ in), giving it a neat, classic appearance. The sample shown in the pattern is knitted in Stylecraft ReCreate DK in Pistachio 1949, a fresh, contemporary colourway.

Yarn Requirements

• Yarn: Stylecraft ReCreate DK, 100g balls
• Quantity: 4 balls (sizes 81/86–91/97 cm), 5 balls (sizes 102/107–112/117 cm), 6 balls (size 122/127 cm)
• Colour shown: Pistachio 1949

Stitches and Techniques Used

• K1, P1 Rib: Used for the welts and lower edges. The rib is worked over 6 cm before transitioning to the main body pattern, providing a neat, elasticated finish that helps the garment hold its shape.
• Moss Stitch (Seed Stitch) Pattern: The main body fabric is worked in a six-row moss stitch pattern that combines knit and purl rows with a moss stitch row to create a subtle, attractive texture. This stitch pattern adds visual interest while remaining relatively straightforward to work.
• Decrease Row: A specific decrease row is worked at the transition between the rib and the main body to reduce the stitch count and create a neat waist shaping effect.
• Armhole Shaping: Set-in armholes are shaped by casting off stitches at the beginning of rows and then working paired decreases at each end of subsequent rows, creating a clean, tailored armhole.
• Stitch Markers: Used to assist with tracking pattern repeats and shaping points.

Construction Notes

The cardigan back begins by casting on stitches using 3¼ mm needles and working the k1, p1 rib. After the rib section, stitches are decreased in a specific decrease row before changing to 4 mm needles for the moss stitch body. The armholes are shaped with a combination of cast-off rows and decrease rows, and the pattern continues without further shaping until the armhole reaches the required depth. This construction method is typical of a classic set-in sleeve cardigan and results in a well-structured, professional finish.

Design Two: The Waistcoat

Overview

The waistcoat is a sleeveless companion piece to the cardigan, sharing the same stitch vocabulary and construction approach. It is an ideal project for knitters who wish to create a coordinating layering piece or who prefer