Clifden Cardigan

Clifden Cardigan

Published in Universal Yarns Book PC550: Deluxe Worsted Vol. 4

This comfy, hip sweater is perfect for throwing on over a tank top in the summer or over a long-sleeved shirt in the winter. The A-line silhouette is flattering and modern, while the ¾ sleeves, braided cables (on front and back), and ribbing give it a bit of class.

SIZES: XS (S, M, L, XL); Sweater shown is size S.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Finished bust measurement: 27 (32, 37, 41, 46)”

YARN: Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted (100% wool; 220 yds/201 m per 100g skein); color #12501, Oatmeal Heather; 4 (5, 5, 6, 7) skeins.

NEEDLES: US #6/4.0 mm circular needle, 32 inches or longer; Set of four US #6/4.0 mm double-pointed needles (or preferred type of needles for working sleeves in the round).

NOTIONS: 4 stitch markers, yarn needle, cable needle, waste yarn, 4 toggle-style buttons (1.25 to 1.5 inches long)

GAUGE: 19 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch