✨ Timeless elegance meets effortless customization.

The Nydia Cardigan is the kind of piece that works anywhere, anytime. Whether you’re dressing it up for a big day out or throwing it over jeans and a tee for a casual coffee run, this cardigan is designed to complement your wardrobe and your lifestyle with just the right amount of wow.

Worked seamlessly from the top down with compound raglan shaping, this knit is all about smooth sailing. Lateral braids add a polished touch, framing the ribbed edges and highlighting the all-over lace pattern that’s simple yet stunning and—let’s be honest—completely addictive to knit. The DK weight yarn means this beauty knits up fast, so you can go from casting on to wearing in no time.

And because options make everything better, you get to choose:

• Cropped body + ¾ length sleeves? Sleek and sassy.
• Full-length body + long sleeves? Cozy and classic.
• Mix it up with any combo in between? Now you’re talking!

Fit should never be a guessing game. That’s why this pattern includes customization tips to help you get a flawless fit—whether you’re between sizes, adjusting for your curves, want extra length, or just making it exactly how you like it.

Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner & Beyond

If you can knit, purl, and follow simple lace instructions, you’ve got this. Short rows shape the neckline, and waist and hip shaping sculpt the fit. But don’t worry—everything is clearly explained and unfamiliar techniques are backed by video tutorials, making this pattern approachable for ambitious beginners and satisfying for seasoned knitters.

Not quite sure about jumping into an adult-sized sweater? Start small! There’s a little version of the Nydia Cardigan designed just for kids—same gorgeous details, just in a pint-sized, quicker-to-knit package. It’s a great way to practice the techniques before making one for yourself (or just an excuse to make a matching set, because how cute would that be?).

What You Get:

✔ Instant PDF download (because patience is overrated)
✔ A fully customizable pattern with fit hacks
✔ Step-by-step video tutorials to banish confusion
✔ A cardigan that looks like a million bucks (but you made it yourself!)

Why settle when you can knit something this fabulous? Click Add to Cart and let’s make some knitting magic.

Pattern Details:

SIZES

1 (2, 3, 4, 5) [6, 7, 8, 9] {10, 11, 12}

FINISHED BUST CIRCUMFERENCES

• In Inches: 29.75 (32.75, 36, 39, 42) [45, 48, 51.25, 54.25] {57.25, 60.25, 63.25}”
• In Centimeters: 74.5 (82, 90, 97.5, 105) [112.5, 120.5, 128, 135.5] {143, 150.5, 158.5} cm

Instructions are also provided for making in-between sizes ranging 31.25–64.75” (78–162 cm). Circumferences are for the finished cardigan worn closed. Cardigan is intended to fit with approximately 0–2” (0–5 cm) of negative ease at the full bust. Full-length, long sleeve sample shown in size 2 with negative ease.

YARN

Plied, DK weight yarn in the following amounts:

• Yards: 770–1246 (854–1364, 920–1464, 1007–1587, 1097–1712) [1166–1815, 1237–1919, 1350–2079, 1484–2279] {1623–2467, 1700–2579, 1812–2739} yards

• Meters: 705–1139 (781–1247, 841–1339, 921–1451, 1003–1565) [1067–1661, 1131–1755, 1235–1901, 1358–2084] {1485–2256, 1555–2358, 1658–2505} meters

Pattern includes a table with specific yarn requirements. Samples shown in Julie Asselin Leizu DK [DK weight, 90% superwash merino wool, 10% silk] in colorways ‘Safran’ and ‘Bisous’

NEEDLES

• US 6 (4 mm) circular needle, 32” (80 cm) or longer, or needle size necessary to obtain correct gauge
• US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, 32” (80 cm) or longer, or needle size .5 mm smaller than gauge needle
• Appropriate needle(s) in both sizes for your preferred method of knitting small circumferences in the round

GAUGE

21 sts and 28 rows/rounds = 4” (10 cm) in textured lace pattern using larger needles, blocked

NOTIONS

• (8) Stitch markers, for raglan lines
• (2) Removable markers, to mark short row turns (optional) and centers of underarms
• Crochet hook, size D (3.25 mm) or slightly smaller
• Tapestry needle
• Waste yarn or two spare circular needles/cords, for placing sleeve stitches on hold
• Sewing needle and thread (ball point needle and 100% polyester thread recommended)
• (8) or (13) 5/8” (1.5 cm) buttons, depending on body length

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