Jennifer’s open cardigan is our new favorite layering piece for summertime adventures. This gorgeous piece, knit in Kestrel, features dramatic elongated cross stitches for an all-over textured look as well as built-in sleeves to ensure a seamless, flowing fit. Whether you’re tending to your garden or enjoying a day out at the farmers market—you’ll enjoy the lightweight drape and versatility of this piece.

Sample shown in size 45” / 114.5 cm on a 39” / 99 cm, 5’7” / 170 cm tall model (6” / 15 cm positive ease).

Suggested ease: positive 3–10” / 7.5–25.5cm

yarn
kestrel
8 (9, 10, 11) (12, 13, 14) skeins Turtle 509

needles
32” circular needle in sizes US 8 and US 9 / 5 and 5.5 mm
16” circular needle in size US 8 / 5mm

gauge
16 sts and 20 rows = 4” / 10 cm in elongated cross stitch pattern with larger needles, after blocking.