About Herbert:

Cosy up during chilly days in the Herbert Cardigan, a comfortable layering piece suitable for all genders. Knitted in our new Barn yarn in the natural grey shade of Dry Stone Wall, the Herbert cardigan is a wardrobe staple that you’re sure to find yourself reaching for again and again.

The long-sleeved, V-necked cardigan includes deep pockets, perfect for long country walks or running errands in town. The fisherman’s rib stitch pattern creates a bouncy fabric with subtle but lively texture. It displays the true depth of our Barn yarn, spun from a blend of 3 different British sheep breeds.

The Herbert Cardigan pattern has been thoughtfully written for many different knitters. Instructions are provided for knitting the cardigan both flat in pieces, and in the round. The pattern also offers a wealth of shaping guidelines, so that the Herbert Cardigan can be easily adapted to fit the intended wearer’s personal body-shape. Chest size ranges from 28-62 inches (71-157cm). Additional fitting options include shaping for broader shoulders, and adapting for body and sleeve lengths.

Techniques used:

Fisherman’s rib stitch
Knitting in one piece OR
Knitting flat/seaming/finishing
Buttonholes

THE HERBERT CARDIGAN IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS PART OF A KIT WITH THE PDF PATTERN INCLUDED IN THE KIT PRICE.

Product Information:

PDF pattern containing written instructions and clear schematic diagrams

Knitted in Barn, 100% British wool, a Monkley Ghyll Farm Yarn from Susan Crawford, in shade Dry Stone Wall.

Sizing:

To Fit chest size ranges from 71-157cm (28-62in)

The Herbert pattern has two length options - Standard (S) length and Long (L) length. The Standard length is suitable for most people 5ft 7in and under with an average arm length for this height. The Long length is suitable for most people over 5ft 7in with a desired sleeve length of 19in plus.

For sizing chart please see image

Yarn:

Barn, 100% British wool, a unique blend of Jacob, white Shetland and black Shetland fleeces, 225m/246yds per 100g skein

Gauge:

25 sts and 36 rows = 10cm (4in) measured over fisherman’s rib pattern

Suggested Needles:

If knitting in one piece:

3.25mm (US 3/4) circular needle (80-100cm in length)

4mm (US 6) circular needle (80-100cm in length)

If knitting in flat pieces:

1 pair 3.25mm (US 3/4) straight needles

1 pair 4mm (US 6) straight needles

Notions:
buttons approx 25mm (1in) diameter

Tapestry needle

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Errata information for this pattern can be found at https://susancrawfordvintage.com/pages/errata