Alma Cardigan Knitting Pattern This elegant, textured cardigan is worked flat from the bottom up and features subtle shaping for a polished, tailored fit. The back and fronts are shaped with German short rows and seamed with a three-needle bind-off at the shoulders for a clean finish. Designed with set-in sleeves, deep ribbing, and a cozy collar extension, it’s a sophisticated knit with timeless appeal. Ideal for intermediate knitters looking to explore garment shaping techniques. Size Chart & Finished Measurements Size S M L XL 2XL Bust (Back Width × 2) 56 cm 61 cm 66 cm 71 cm 76 cm Length (from shoulder) 64 cm 64 cm 64 cm 64 cm 64 cm Sleeve Length 38 cm 43 cm 43 cm 43 cm 43 cm Yarn Requirements (100g/300m) 1500m 1500m 1800m 2100m 2700m Project Details YarnAmano Awa Needles Circular needles for flat knitting (size not specified in extract – likely to match yarn weight) DPNs or short circulars for sleeves Optional: Cable needle, if pattern includes cables TensionGauge not provided in extract – recommend swatching in Stockinette Stitch and matching yarn label guidance or designer instructions. Notions Stitch markers Yarn needle Spare needles for 3-needle bind off Removable markers for sleeve shaping Construction Notes Knit flat in pieces: back, left front, right front, and sleeves. Short rows shape the shoulders. Shoulder seams joined with 3-needle bind off. Sleeves are picked up and knit down with decreases. Neck extension shaped and seamed at back neck. Finishing includes seaming side and sleeve seams, blocking, and weaving in ends.
