This classic, cabled, men’s cardigan was released as part of the 2018 Men’s Capsule Collection with Paintbox Yarns. The design features crochet cabling on the front, back, and sleeves, with an upturned collar for a masculine silhouette. The bulky weight yarn creates a beautiful winter weight sweater. (Sizes XS-2X). Schematics included.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Materials:

Yarn: Paintbox Wool Mix Chunky
Length: Main Color – 1,700-2,100m (Size M/L needs approx 18.5 skeins)
Contrast Color – 80-120m, (Sizes XS-L need only one 100m skein)
Hook: 7mm
Other: 4-5 large buttons, needle that fits in the button holes, thread that matches the buttons
Gauge: 5 hdc x 4 rows = 2 in
Cable gauge: 8 FPdc/BPdc x 5 rows = 2.5 in

Model is 6’4” approx. 190 lbs and is wearing size M/L
Length, shoulder-waist: 24in (27in, 30in)
Length, neckline: 6in (7in,8in)
Length, shoulder-wrist: 19.5in (20.5 in, 21.5in)
Width, chest: 20in (22 in, 24 in)
Width, across back: 18in (20in, 22in)