Note: Correction only applies to Knitting Traditions pattern; the knitscene and pdf patterns are both correct.

The Cuirassier’s Cardigan, a zippered sweater with a jacket feel, pulls inspiration from the curvature and overlapping of the metal plates in armor. A provisional cast-on and an I-cord bind-off help create the scalloped edge that gives this piece and elegant, yet edgy, look.

Intermediate difficulty.

Yarn Valley Yarns Colrain (50% merino, 50% tencel; 109 yd 100 m/50 g):
• caramel, 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins

Cardigan shown on the blonde measures 38.5”; modeled with 6.5” of positive ease.

Gauge 19 sts and 25 rows = 4” in St st

Tools
• Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight needles, 60” circular (cir) needle, and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Stitch holder
• Cable needle (cn)
• Waste yarn for provisional CO
• 12” separating zipper (optional)
• Tapestry needle