Lovely Loopy Cardigan

This lovely cardigan will take you through the fall and winter months in comfort and style. The wide front bands bring attention to the charming loop buttonholes. The texture of the mock rib stitch is contrasted with the smooth Stockinette sleeves. This cardigan is knit in one piece from the top down. The front bands, neck band, and button loops are picked up and added at the end.

Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X) Bust finished garment: 33 (35.75, 39.75, 43.75, 48, 51.75, 55.25)/84 (91, 101, 111, 122, 131.5, 140.5) cm. Size S is shown on model in photo with 2 inches/5 cm of positive ease at bust. The sweater is intended to be worn with 1 to 5 inches/2.5 to 12 cm of positive ease

Gauge: 22 sts x 34 rounds/rows = 4 inches/10 cm in mock rib stitch, with larger needles.

Needles: Size 5 (3.75mm) and Size 6 (4mm): 32-inch/80 cm circular and set of 4 double-pointed needles for sleeves (or use Magic Loop method for sleeves)

Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge