Plateau Plain Cardigan in Rowan Pebble Island (DE) - Downloadable PDF

Plateau Plain Cardigan by Erika Knight in Rowan Pebble Island – Pattern Summary (German Edition)

The Plateau Plain Cardigan is a classic, relaxed-fit knitted cardigan designed by Erika Knight and worked in Rowan Pebble Island yarn. This pattern is presented as a downloadable PDF in German and is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it an excellent project for knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and multi-colour stripe sequences. The design is available in a wide range of sizes, fitting bust measurements from 71–76 cm up to 152–157 cm, with a knitted bust measurement ranging from 81 cm to 163 cm, ensuring an inclusive and versatile fit across nine size options.

Design Overview

The Plateau Plain Cardigan features a striped ribbed version as the primary design focus described in this pattern. The garment is a straightforward, wearable cardigan silhouette with a structured ribbed texture created through a repeating stripe sequence. The aesthetic is understated and contemporary — very much in keeping with Erika Knight's signature pared-back, craft-forward style. The pattern begins with the back panel (Rückenteil), establishing the construction method and stitch pattern from the cast-on edge upward.

Techniques Used

• Stripe pattern in rib (Streifenmuster im Rippenmuster): The defining technique of this cardigan. A 14-row stripe repeat is worked continuously throughout the piece, alternating between three colours in a set sequence.
• Colour changing: Knitters switch between three yarn colours at specific row intervals — Rows 1–6 are worked in Colour B, Rows 7–8 in Colour C, and Rows 9–14 return to Colour B. This creates a subtle, rhythmic striped effect within the ribbed fabric.
• Flat knitting: The garment pieces are worked flat (back and forth in rows), with right-side and wrong-side rows clearly distinguished.
• Shaping: As an intermediate-level pattern, the cardigan involves standard garment shaping techniques appropriate to a structured knitted cardigan.

Stitches Used

• 2x2 Rib (Rippenmuster): The foundational stitch pattern throughout the garment. Row 1 (right side): *K2, P2; repeat from * to end. Row 2 (wrong side): *P2, K2; repeat from * to end. This two-row repeat forms the rib texture that runs through the entire stripe sequence.
• Knit stitch (rechte Maschen / re M) and purl stitch (linke Maschen / li M) are the only stitches required, making the fabric construction accessible while still producing a polished, textured result.

Materials – Yarn

The pattern calls for Rowan Pebble Island, a worsted weight yarn sold in 50g balls. Three colourways are specified for the striped version:

• Colour A – Kelp 028: The main background colour, used for the cast-on and primary sections. Quantities range from 2 to 4 balls depending on size.
• Colour B – Macaroni 029: Used for the majority of the stripe repeat (Rows 1–6 and 9–14). Quantities range from 2 to 4 balls depending on size.
• Colour C – Desire 021: Used as the contrast accent stripe (Rows 7–8). Quantities range from 2 to 3 balls depending on size.

The three-colour palette creates a warm, earthy, and harmonious combination that reflects the natural, organic aesthetic associated with both Erika Knight and the Rowan brand.

Materials – Needles

• Needle size 4 mm (Ndl Nr. 4) are specified for working the main fabric of the cardigan.

Pattern Format and Language

This edition of the