Mental health is something that has intrigued me since my teenaged years. I studied psychology in university in an effort to learn more about myself and the people around me. But while the knowledge I gained changed my perspective and helped me understand my thoughts, emotions and behaviours, it did not protect me from them.

I had my first existential crisis when I was 5. During the pandemic lockdowns last year, I had another. I struggled to eat, sleep, and find pleasure in activities I love--even knitting. I listened to “World Spins Madly On“ by The Weepies and cried daily.

This oversized cardigan was created for those days you just need to be cozy at home, and be okay not being okay. One day soon, I hope for it to become a little piece of comfort when I step back out to rejoin the world in motion.

There are 9 sizes included in the pattern.
XS (S, M, L, XL) {2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL}
Bust circumference: 35.5 (41, 43, 48.5, 51) {57, 60, 64.5, 67}” / 90 (104, 109, 123, 129.5) {145, 152.5, 164, 170} cm

6.5” - 8.5” positive ease in the bust circumference intended

Finished length is adjustable.

Note that sizes 3XL - 5XL were not test knitted.

The sample was made using two strands of sport weight yarn held double. - Borgo de’ Pazzi, Amore WS 160 Supersoft Cashmere - “Silver (32)”

• 1,800 (1,900, 2,240, 2,400, 2,500) {3,000, 3,200, 3,600, 3,800} m / 1,969 (2,078, 2,450, 2,625, 2,734) {3,281, 3,500, 3,937, 4,156} yds

Alternatively, some test knitters were able to achieve a desired fabric using either a heavy worsted or aran weight yarn (or alternative combinations to achieve gauge). Yardage listed reflects this single stranded version.

• 900 (950, 1,120, 1,200, 1,250) {1,500, 1,600, 1,800, 1,900} m / 984 (1,039, 1,225, 1,312, 1,367) {1,640, 1,750, 1,969, 2,078} yds

Please be advised that yarn requirements and finished size measurements are approximate. Actual values may vary based on garment size, yarn, needle size, and gauge.

Model is a size 32” bust, wearing the size S.

This pattern requires knowledge of:

• Reading patterns with multiple size options
• Knitting flat and in the round
• Increasing and decreasing
• Yarnovers
• Knitting into the stitch below
• Basic understanding of top-down raglan (helpful to know)
• Picking up stitches along an edge
• Provisional Cast On
• Perpendicular join as you go (helpful to know)
• Sewing buttons

For pattern support or feedback, email wintersweatherknits@gmail.com.