A chunky sweater without the chonk! The ethereal mohair loop is so lightweight yet warm, you will find yourself reaching for this sweater every time you want comfort and style. Sightly cropped construction, with special hem dropped stitch, bishop sleeves and, did I mention seamless construction?
Sizes
S/M (L/XL, 2X/3X)
Cardigan is meant to be worn with 2-6” / 5-15.5 cm of positive ease at chest.
Sample is shown in size S/M with 3” / 7.5 cm of positive ease at chest.
Finished Bust Circumference:
36 ¼ (45, 52 ¼)” / 92 (114.5, 132.5) cm
Finished Length:
19 ½ (22 ½, 25 ½)” / 49.5 (57, 65) cm
Materials:
(A 10% Buffer has been added to all yardages)
Chunky Weight Yarn:
520 (750, 982)—yards / 475 (686, 898)—meters
We used Cape May Fiber Mohair Loop (88% Kid Mohair 8.4% Wool 3.6% Nylon, 109 yds/100g skein)
Color: Coastal (blues and rust multi)
5 (7, 9) skeins
Needles
- Size US 10 ½ (6.5mm) circulars, 16” / 40 cm for sleeve and 32” / 81 cm or longer for remaining plain stockinette
- Size US 10 ½ (6.5mm) double pointed needles (set of 4 or 5) for sleeve cuffs unless you prefer magic loop
Tools / Notions
- 1 marker
- stitch holder or spare needle
- darning needle
- 3 buttons (optional) approximately 1 ¼” / 3 cm diameter
Gauge
11 sts, 14 rounds/ rows= 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch and Drop Stitch Pattern and blocked.
11 sts, 14 rounds/ rows= 4” / 10 cm in 1x1 Rib, slightly stretched.