The generous shape of this long open-front cardigan creates a cozy fit with classic appeal. Thalia features an all-over textured pattern and a shawl collar worked in reverse stockinette stitch, creating beautifully rolled edges. This cardigan is the perfect casual piece for when you just want to be cozy and cute.

Time: 70 Hours Project

Skill level: Intermediate

Size: Finished Bust Size 39.60 (43.60, 47.60, 51.60, 55.60)” to fit bust 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)”
7.5″ positive ease recommended.
Shown in size 43.60″

Gauge: 23.5 sts and 24 rows = 4″ 10 cm in Star stitch pattern

18 sts and 24 rows = 4″ 10 cm in St st

Yarn: Ancient Art Yarns Lascaux Worsted (25% Manx Loaghtan wool, 75% Punta Arenas wool; 220 yards 200 meters/3.5 oz 100 grams): Irish Linen (9 (10, 11, 11, 12) skeins)

Needles: US size 7 (4.5 mm) straight or circular needles

Notions: Tapestry needle, cable needle (cn), locking stitch markers, stitch holders

The back, fronts, and sleeves are worked flat from the bottom up and sewn together. The collar is knitted simultaneously with the fronts and the extensions are joined at the center back using Kitchener Stitch. The body of the cardi is worked with a star stitch pattern and the collar in reversed stockinette stitch. The shaping of the collar is worked by twisting the stitches and alternating the pattern.