This pattern has been tech edited and test knitted.

Lieve Milena open-front, drop-shoulder cardigan that can be worn effortlessly and provides a snug fit. This delicately textured cardigan features a V-neck back, lace patterns along the front panels and slim, mock cable cuffs. The front hemline is slightly shaped to create a curved, flattering look. The drapey silhouette is perfect on all body shapes and heights.

The back is worked first from the bottom up. Short rows are worked from underarm to create a sloped back. The piece is then divided into 2 fronts and worked simultaneously from the top down. Sleeves stitches are picked up around the armhole edge and knitted down in the round. The fronts and back are then seamed along the sides using mattress stitch.

To Fit Bust

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL)
29 (33, 37, 41, 45, 49)“
73.5 (84, 94, 104, 114.5, 124.5) cm

Finished Bust Size

40 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60)“
101.5 (112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5) cm
Sample was knit in size S with 11”/28 cm positive ease at bust.

Yarn

De Rerum Natura Ulysse
100% merino wool; 202 yards (185 m) per 1.76 oz (50 g)
Sport weight
6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11) skeins, shown in Dore

OR approximately 1165 (1305, 1460, 1680, 1895, 2170) yards / 1065 (1190, 1335, 1535, 1730, 1980) m of sport weight yarn

Needles

One US 4 / 3.5 mm circular needle, 32” / 80 cm long or longer
One set of US 4 / 3.5 mm DPNS

Gauge

20 sts and 34 rows = 4” (10 cm) in Stockinette st with size US 4 / 3.5 mm needle, after blocking.

Notions

Stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn, tapestry needle

Skill Level

Intermediate

Special thanks to my tech editor, test knitters and friends for your help and support:

Tech Editor
Atelier Knits nami44

Test Knitters
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