Practice a new cable technique with this stunning crocheted cardigan. The comfortable fit of a poncho and the sleek lines of fitted sleeves combine to create a tailored, casual look you’ll want to live in!

DESIGNER Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby

DIFFICULTY Easy

FINISHED SIZE About 59 (63.5, 68.5, 77.5)” bust circumference with 5.75? overlapping collars. Sample shown measures 59? bust circumference, modeled on a 35? bust.

YARN Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (100% superwash wool; 220 yd / 3.5 oz): #1917 Vinci, 16 (20, 24, 27) balls.

HOOK Sizes G/6 (4 mm) and F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if needed to obtain correct gauge.

NOTIONS Yarn needle.

GAUGE 22 sts and 26 rows = 4? in sc ribbing patt with smaller hook; 20 sts and 20 rows = 4? in cable patt with larger hook.

NOTES Garment is intended to be oversized with collar sides overlapping at front.

Sleeves are made as rectangles, then ribbing stretches to fit over elbow and lower arm. Collar is worked by picking up stitches along fronts and neckline of garment.