Designer Michele Wang

Finished Size 34 1/2 (36 3/4, 39 3/4, 42 1/2, 44 1/2, 47 1/2)“ bust circumference, buttoned. Cardigan shown measures 36 3/4”, modeled with 2 3/4” of positive ease.

Yarn Quince & Co. Puffin (100% American wool; 112 yd 102 m/3 1/2 oz 100 g): Iceland, 8 (8, 9, 10, 10, 11) skeins.

Needles Size 11 (8 mm): straight and 40” circular (cir). Buttonhole—size 9 (5.5 mm): one double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Stitch holders; size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook; three 1 1/2” buttons; tapestry needle.

Gauge 12 sts and 18 rows = 4” in Chevron patt on larger needle.

Inspired by the luxuriously oversized knits from fall runway shows, this chunky cardigan has a simple chevron texture and straight lines to keep the silhouette boxy.