Knitting Classic Nordic Shawl Collar Cardigan Free Pattern

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Aran weight in cream and dark brown
• Needles: US size 8 (5mm) circular
• Buttons: 5 medium-sized wooden
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern Instructions

Body

1. Using cream yarn, cast on 100 stitches. Knit in 1x1 ribbing for 3 inches.
2. Transition to stockinette, beginning with a knit row. Place stitch markers every 25 stitches for pattern alignment.
3. Work 10 rows in cream, following the geometric pattern chart for colorwork. Ensure to carry the unused yarn loosely across the back of your work.
4. Repeat the geometric pattern twice across the body.

Front Panels

1. Divide stitches: 45 for each front panel, 10 for button band, and 45 for the back.
2. Work each front panel separately, incorporating buttonholes every 10 rows on the right panel.
3. Knit to shoulder height, following the pattern chart as indicated.

Back

1. Knit back in stockinette using the established pattern until it matches the fronts in length.
2. Bind off shoulder stitches using the three-needle bind-off method for a smooth seam.

Sleeves

1. Pick up and knit 60 stitches around the armhole. Knit in round following the pattern for a length of 18 inches or desired length.
2. Switch to 1x1 ribbing for 2 inches and bind off loosely.

Shawl Collar

1. Pick up stitches along the neckline. Knit in rib stitch, increasing at each end every row to create the shape.
2. Work until collar measures desired width.

Pockets

1. Knit two rectangles in stockinette with geometric pattern following body motif for consistency.
2. Sew onto the front of the cardigan, aligning with the bottom ribbing.

Finishing

1. Sew on buttons to align with buttonholes.
2. Weave in all ends and block gently to measurements.