This open-front cardigan in 12 sizes (XS to 1X) and [2X to 8X], features an openwork motif of traveling leaves along the cascading front panels, flared lower sleeves, and as a center back accent. The reversible patterned lapels extend to wrap around the back neck and can be worn standing up or folded over into a shawl collar. Gentle waist shaping contributes to a graceful, forgiving silhouette, flattering any figure type. All pieces are knit flat from hem to shoulder and seamed to finish; instructions include optional I-cord finish for front edges (not shown in sample). Sample shown is size M, knit in Wensleydale DK, color 21st Night Matching Motifs: Butternut Scarf, Wussypillows beret and mitts Suggested Yarns: Blues Singer DK, Better Breakfast DK, Kent DK, Finn Dandy 2-ply or 3- Ply Sport, Modern Deco Sport, New Zealand Sport, Milkshake Sport, or any DK/heavy sport yarn that knits to pattern gauge. Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, drape, or yardage requirement. Finished Size: 30.75(34.75, 38.75, 42.5, 46.5)[50.5, 54.25, 58.25, 62.25, 66, 70, 74] inches / 78(88.5, 98.5, 108, 118)[128.5, 138, 148, 158, 167.5, 178, 188] cm in circumference around underarm with lapels overlapped, to be worn with 2 to 4 inches / 5 to 10 cm of ease Yarn Requirements: 1230(1375, 1470, 1600, 1700)[1800, 1950, 2060, 2300, 2450, 2635, 2800] yards / 1130(1255, 1345, 1465, 1555)[1645, 1780, 1885, 2105, 2240, 2410, 2560] meters Note: optional I-cord finish requires an additional 45 yards / 40 meters Gauge: 20 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette on larger needle (washed and air-dried) 21 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in openwork pattern on larger needle (washed and blocked) Needles: size 6US (4.0 mm) needle (or size to obtain correct gauge) size 4US (3.5 mm) circular needle and DPNs for optional I-cord finish
