This kit includes the yarn and pattern to knit a faded, top down, seamless, shawl collar cardigan.
The printed pattern includes access to a PDF version through a Ravelry download code.
The pattern includes directions for finished bust measurements 33 through 63 inches and requires 4 different colors of DK weight yarn to create a cohesive fade.
The yarn is Cosette DK, hand dyed by Dream in Color: 70% superwash merino wool, 20% cashmere, 10% nylon. 270 yards per 4 oz skein
In the pictured color combinations, the color on the far left is Color A, followed by B, C, and D. The different sizes require the following number of skeins of Cosette DK in each color:
Finished Bust (Inches): | 32-42.5 | 46.5-50.5 | 55-63 |
Color A: | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Color B: | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Color C: | 2 | 3 | 3 |
Color D: | 2 | 2 | 3 |
Total # skeins: | 7 | 9 | 11 |
Gauge: 21 sts & 32 rows = 4″/10 cm on larger needles
Required needles (not included):
- Main Fabric: US 6/4 mm – 32″/80 cm circular, and preferred needles for small circumference knitting (magic loop or DPNs)
- Ribbing & Garter Stitch: US 5/3.75 mm – 40″/100 cm circular, and preferred needles for small circumference knitting
Skill Level: Intermediate