A classic refresh, this scoop neck cardigan falls to mid-thigh and skims the body with soft drape. It buttons from neckline to waist, enhancing the drape of the open lower half. With its optional patch pockets and an allover check stitch texture it will quickly become a wardrobe staple, and makes a great first sweater project for a newer knitter. Worked in Valley Yarns 100% merino wool Amherst, it comes together quickly, has great stitch definition and flatters all figures.

Available as kit here.

• Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner

• Finished Measurements: Bust: 33 (39½, 46¼, 48½, 50¾) (57½, 59½, 66¼, 68½)” buttoned. Fits with 4 - 6” positive ease

• Yarn Requirements: 13 (14, 15, 16, 17) (18, 19, 21, 22) skeins Valley Yarns Amherst (100% Merino Wool, 50g/109yds); Color: Jungle

• Needles: US size 7 (4.5 mm) 32 - 40” circ needles, or size needed to get gauge; US size 5 (3.75 mm) 32 - 40” circ needles

• Other Materials: Stitch markers, including locking stitch markers or knitter’s safety pins; stitch holders; tapestry needle; 7 buttons @ ¾” diameter

• Gauge: 18 sts and 28 rows = 4” in Little Check stitch pattern with US size 7 (4.5 mm) needle, blocked