Arciform
I have a colour addiction. I love putting different shades together, but have always had this idea of a slightly oversize, but still flattering, open cardigan with big blocks of colour. Arciform was the result! Combining short rows and slipped stitches, the colour panels curve around you. Knitted in a bulky yarn and US 11 (8mm) needles it is a surprisingly quick and satisfying knit. With the option to mix and match colours, and the choice of seven sizes (XS – 3X) and three lengths (short, medium, long), you’re sure to find your perfect combination!
Finished Size: 30 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52)” bust/chest circumference. Cardigan shown in Valley Yarns 40” Long and in Knit Picks Brava Bulky 36” Short.
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Yarn: Valley Yarns Berkshire Bulky, 85% Wool, 15% Alpaca; 108yds/100g:
Short: Light Grey Heather (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Medium Grey Heather (CC1) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2), Lime (CC2) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2).
Medium: Light Grey Heather (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Medium Grey Heather (CC1) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2), Lime (CC2) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2).
Long: Light Grey Heather (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Medium Grey Heather (CC1) 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3), Lime (CC2), 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3).
Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Bulky, 100% Premium Acrylic; 136yds/100g:
Short: Seraphim (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Mulberry (CC1) 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2), Peacock (CC2) 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2).
Medium: Seraphim (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Mulberry (CC1) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2), Peacock (CC2) 2 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2).
Long: Seraphim (MC) 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 10), Mulberry (CC1) 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3), Peacock (CC2) 2 (2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3).
Needles: Size 11 (8 mm): 32” and 60” circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); stitch holders; waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Gauge: 12 sts and 16 rows = 4” (10 cm) in St st. - getting 15 sts rows