Garment description:

The Off-Kilter Cardi is your perfect closet staple! Originally meant to be a top to wear out for cozy dinner dates, the garment showed its versatility by also being the perfect day-to-day cardigan to throw on when it’s a bit chilly outside. The asymmetrical button band and double-knitted details elevate the look of the cardigan, giving it a classy and timeless look. The stripes keep it an interesting knit all around and allow you to make it your very own - they also make it a perfect scrap project :) Can’t wait to see what you make of it!

Sizing:

This pattern has been written and tested for 7 sizes. Measure yourself at the widest part of your bust and choose your size accordingly, see photo 3 for each size’s bust circumference. If you are between sizes, I recommend you choose the one closest to you!

The garment has approx. 3-7 cm/1-3 in of positive ease.

Sizes H-I (142-158 cm/56-62 in) were written but not tested. They are included in the pattern as I believe they are correctly graded after the feedback on the other tested sizes. If you are unsure and would like to knit these sizes, please reach out to me.

Gauge:

10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) square = 18 sts x 23 rows in flat stockinette with 4mm (US 6) needles, after wet blocking

Suggested Needles:

4mm (US 6), 3.5mm (US 4) & 3mm (US 2.5) circular knitting needles

Other materials:

Measuring tape
Tapestry and sewing needle
Stitch markers
Scissors
Stitch holder or scrap yarn to hold stitches
Min. six 28L buttons (18 mm or 23/32 inch diameter)

Yarn:

Any worsted weight yarn. Wool and wool blends are recommended. See photo 4 for yardage estimates.

Skill level: Intermediate knitters.