Lacey Cardigan with Double Knit Edge

This beautiful cardigan combines delicate lace details with a sturdy double knit edge for a unique and stylish look. Perfect for intermediate knitters looking to expand their skills!

Materials:

• Yarn: DK weight yarn (US), Light Worsted (UK), 8ply (AU), 50g (125m)
• Needles: US 6 (4mm) for lace pattern, US 5 (3.75mm) for ribbing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers

Gauge:

22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Size:

Pattern is written for sizes S (M, L, XL). Sample shown in size M.

Instructions:

1. Using US 5 needles, cast on 100 (110, 120, 130) stitches. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 2 inches.
2. Switch to US 6 needles and begin lace pattern: Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: [K2, yo, k2tog] to end. Row 4: Purl. Repeat these 4 rows for lace pattern, working lace section for 10 inches.
3. Next, work 4 rows in stockinette stitch.
4. Begin shaping armholes: Bind off 4 (5, 6, 7) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Then, decrease 1 stitch at each armhole edge every other row 3 times.
5. Continue even until piece measures 20 (21, 22, 23) inches from cast on edge.
6. Work 2 inches of K1, P1 ribbing with US 5 needles. Bind off in pattern.
7. Sew side seams and weave in ends.