Birches <br/><small>knitting pattern</small>

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This oversized, drop shoulder cardigan with a dramatic cabled lapel doubles as a jacket in transitional seasons, offering body and warmth without weight. Knit from hem to shoulder in flat pieces, this project speeds along in simple stitch patterns and lofty wool yarn. Work with optional button closure or wear it loose and belted; lapel is self finished with a rolled edge. Length is easily adjusted; four sizes (XS/S; M/L; 1/2X; 3/4X) included. Shown here: size M/L cardigan in Stone Soup DK, color Marble Suggested Yarns: Stone Soup DK, Better Breakfast DK, Kent DKSubstituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, drape, and yardage requirement.Finished Size: 40(46, 52.5, 59) inches / 101.5(116.5, 133, 149.5) cm around underarm (buttoned) to fit with 6 to 12 inches / 15 to 30.5 cm of ease; Total length is 27.5(28.5, 29, 29.5) inches / 70(72.5, 73.5, 75) cm from back of neck to hemYarn Requirements: 1840(2120, 2375, 2645) yards, 1680(1940, 2170, 2420) metersNotions: One flat .75 (2cm) button for inside closure, 3 toggles (1.5 inch/4 cm) or buttons, approximately .75 (2 cm); stitch markers; tapestry needleGauge: 18 sts and 26 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette (unblocked) on larger needlesNeedles:size 8US (5.00 mm) for body or size to obtain correct gaugesize 7US (4.50 mm) or one size smaller than body needle for sleeve cuff and neckband Show more