Description
Inspired by the never-ending rows of tall lodgepole pines surrounding the shores of Echo Lake, California, this casual, yet sophisticated, man’s cardigan is designed featuring a fold-over collar and zipper front. Cable details at the lower body and sleeves provide a bit of twist to the classic rib pattern.
Finished Size: 35 (38, 44 ½, 48, 54 ½)” (89 [96.5, 113, 122, 138.5] cm) chest circumference, zipped. Sweater shown measures 48″ (122 cm).
Yarn: Plymouth Silk-Merino (30% mulberry silk, 70% Merino; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g): #678 steel gray, 17 (18, 20, 21, 22) balls.
Yarn weight: #4 – Medium
Gauge: 29 sts and 27 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in 2/2 rib, slightly stretched.
Needles: Body and Sleeve-Size 7 (4.5 mm). I-cord-Size 7 (4.5 mm): Set of 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; size G/6 (4.25-mm) crochet hook; 25″ (63.5-cm) separating zipper; matching sewing thread and sewing needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Summer 2003
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