PATTERN NOTES
Kaizen is a classic cardigan that is all about the details. Staggered Eyelet Columns run up body and sleeves, transitioning to stockinette for flattering lines. Pleated cuffs at the end of three-quarter length sleeves add a touch of femininity and the opportunity to learn a new technique.

Check out the Universal Yarn blog for a photo tutorial on knitting the pleats featured in these cuffs.

This cardigan is knit from the bottom up in pieces with raglan shaping.

SIZES
Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X)
Shown in Small size modeled with 2¼” of positive ease

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust, buttoned: 32¼ (36¼, 40¼, 44¼, 48¼, 52¼, 56¼, 60¼)”
Length to top of Shoulder: 21½ (21¾, 22¾, 23½, 24¼, 24¾, 25¾, 26)”

MATERIALS
Fibra Natura Papyrus (78% cotton, 22% silk; 50g/131 yds)
• 229-16 Tempest – 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14) balls
Needles: US Size 6 (4 mm) straight, 2 spare dpns or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 5 (3.75 mm) straight
Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, 10 (10, 10, 11, 11, 11, 12, 12) – ¾” buttons

GAUGE
20 sts x 27 rows = 4” in St st using larger ndl
20 sts x 36 rows = 4” in garter st using smaller ndl
Save time, check your gauge.

You can find a blog post on how to knit the pleated cuffs here: pleat tutorial link