Latte | Textured V-Neck Cardigan
Design Information
Latte is a hip-length cardigan featuring an allover texture stitch pattern and generous oversized pockets. The front, back, and sleeves are all worked in pieces from the bottom up, and seamed. Finally, the vertical button band is knitted onto the neck opening.
The sample is knit with Camellia Fiber Company’s Yak DK. The blend of merino, yak, and silk fibers create a knitting experience like no other. The yarn is soft, holds stitch definition well, and the colors seem to glow from within.
The fiber blend and fit of the cardigan make it great for three-season wear. You’ll find you’ll find yourself wearing it over jeans and a tee on your way to school drop off or errands, but it pairs just as perfectly over tailored pants and feminine tops for work.
The modern drop shoulder fit and oversized silhouette are comfortable and let you move easily throughout your day. Whatever color you choose, Latte will be a thoughtful addition to your everyday handmade wardrobe.
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Finished Measurements
Sizes (1, 2, 3) [4, 5, 6] (7, 8, 9) [10, 11, 12] with
Finished Chest Measurements (36, 40, 44) [48, 52, 56] (60, 64, 68) [70, 74, 78]”
to fit (26, 30, 34) [38, 42, 46] (50, 54, 58) [62, 66, 70]” chest;
designed to fit with 10 - 12” positive ease.
Sample shown is size 3, worn on 34” chest with 10” positive ease.
Note: Choose a size based on desired positive ease at chest, armhole shaping has been added to most sizes to ensure the drop shoulder seam falls on the upper arm at the same place across the size range.
Yarn
Camellia Fiber Company Yak DK - DK weight; 65% Merino Wool, 20% Silk, and 15% Yak; 230 yards (210 meters) / 100g (3.5 oz); (5, 6, 7) [7, 8, 9] (9, 10, 11) [11, 12, 13] skeins, photographed in Coffee.
Or ~ (1205, 1325, 1459) [1631, 1775, 1905] (2057, 2194, 2378) [2535, 2737, 2904] yards of a DK/heavy sport merino blend yarn.
Note: While it feels luxurious, the yak content is not required when looking for suitable alternatives. Though I would recommend choosing a merino/silk for the same sheen and stitch definition of the sample, any merino base will provide a similar look and feel. If you have any questions on yarn choice, please contact me at hello@kirstenjoel.com and we can discuss options together.
Gauge
24 sts and 30 rows = 4” over Texture stitch with gauge needles, blocked
Needles
US 5 / 3.75 mm 32” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
US 4 / 3.5 mm 24” circular needles, or one size smaller than gauge needle, for hems, cuffs, and button band
Spare needle the same size as smaller needles, for tubular cast on
DPNs the same size as smaller needles, for button band
Note: A circular needle is used to accommodate the number of stitches for the body and neckband. Fronts, Back and Sleeves are worked in pieces.
Tools
Smooth waste yarn for tubular cast on, locking stitch markers (5), tapestry needle, blocking wires, blocking pins, six ½” (12mm) buttons.