This color-block cardigan is the perfect project for a beginner knitter! Worked in stocking stitch, and with no arm or neck shaping, this is a cardigan that anyone can make. It is also a size inclusive pattern, with a size range of XS-5XL (measurements are given at the end of this description).

The fit is cropped and relaxed, with a drop shoulder effect and cute balloon sleeves! I have given suggested measurements, but you can also easily customize the length of the sweater and the fit of the neckline! This cardigan is supremely cozy and warm, without being at all heavy or stiff. It is perfect for lounging around, or getting dressed up and hitting the town!

To knit this cardigan, you will need to know how to work in stocking stitch, twisted rib stitch (or basic 1x1 rib stitch), and do basic increases. I have included links to youtube tutorials throughout, so you can easily learn these techniques as you go along! I have also given detailed instructions on seaming, and how to organize colors to get a beautiful color block cardi!

Materials used: 6mm and 7mm knitting needles, 300-350 grams of worsted yarn, and a tapestry needle for seaming. This would be a wonderful stash buster project, so I recommend using as much scrap yarn as you can!

If you’re looking to buy yarn for this pattern, here are some options (if you intend to follow my color-blocking instructions, I recommend getting 6 colors, and you’ll probably need around 50-60 grams of each color):
Big Twist Value Worsted Yarn from Joann’s
“I Love This Yarn” from Hobby Lobby
Uptown Worsted from Universal Yarn
4 Seasons Spot Saver USA from Spotlight Stores
Caron Simply Soft from Michael’s

Sizes (sweater measurements are from armpit to armpit):
Extra-small/small -
Bust: 71-81cm
Sweater measurement: 75cm

Small/medium -
Bust: 82-92cm
Sweater measurement: 81cm

Medium/large -
Bust: 93-102cm
Sweater measurement: 92cm

Large/XL -
Bust: 103-115cm
Sweater measurement: 103cm

XXL -
Bust: 120-125cm
Sweater measurement: 120cm

3XL -
Bust: 130-135cm
Sweater measurement: 130cm

4XL -
Bust: 140-145cm
Sweater measurement: 140cm

5XL -
Bust: 150-155cm
Sweater measurement: 150cm