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# IVORY LATTICE LACE CARDIGAN
### A Top-Down Raglan Lace Cardigan in Fingering Weight Yarn

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## DESCRIPTION

The Ivory Lattice Lace Cardigan is an elegant, feminine layering piece worked from the neck down in a single piece to the underarms, eliminating the need for shoulder seams. A delicate 8-stitch fan lace repeat creates an airy, flowing fabric, while the unified scalloped edging frames the neckline and cascades down both button bands in one continuous sweep. Five pearl buttons add a classic finishing touch. Designed for the advanced crocheter, this project rewards patience with a breathtaking, heirloom-quality garment.

**Difficulty Level:** Advanced

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## SIZES

XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)

**Finished Bust Circumference (buttoned):**
32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64) inches
[81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5, 162.5) cm]

**Finished Length (back neck to hem):**
24 (24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28) inches
[61 (62, 63.5, 65, 66, 67.5, 68.5, 70, 71) cm]

**Sleeve Length (underarm to cuff):**
18 (18, 18.5, 18.5, 19, 19, 19.5, 19.5, 20) inches
[45.5 (45.5, 47, 47, 48.5, 48.5, 49.5, 49.5, 51) cm]

*Select size based on finished bust measurement, allowing 2–4 inches of positive ease for a relaxed fit.*

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## MATERIALS

**Yarn:**
- **Weight:** Fingering / Sock (CYCA #1)
- **Color:** Cream (1 color throughout)
- **Fiber Recommendation:** A blend with a small percentage of nylon (e.g., 75% superwash merino / 25% nylon) for durability, or 100% mercerized cotton for a crisp drape.
- **Yardage Required:**
  - XS: 1,500 yds (1,372 m)
  - S: 1,750 yds (1,600 m)
  - M: 2,000 yds (1,829 m)
  - L: 2,300 yds (2,103 m)
  - XL: 2,600 yds (2,377 m)
  - 2X: 2,900 yds (2,652 m)
  - 3X: 3,250 yds (2,972 m)
  - 4X: 3,600 yds (3,292 m)
  - 5X: 3,950 yds (3,612 m)
- **Suggested Yarn:** Any fingering weight yarn at the stated gauge. Sample shown in an ivory/cream colorway.

**Hook:**
- US B-1 / 2.25 mm (for lace body — adjust to obtain gauge)
- US C-2 / 2.75 mm (for foundation chain only, to ensure loose starting edge)

**Notions:**
- 5 stitch markers (4 for raglan seams + 1 for center back if desired)
- Locking stitch markers or safety pins (for holding sleeve stitches)
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- 5 buttons, ⅝ inch (15 mm) diameter — pearl or cream recommended
- Blocking mats and pins (blocking is essential for lace)
- Measuring tape

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## GAUGE

**24 stitches × 12 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)**
measured in Lace Fan Pattern (see Special Stitches), blocked.

> ⚠️ **GAUGE IS CRITICAL.** Lace relaxes significantly when blocked. Always block your gauge swatch before measuring. A difference of even one stitch per inch will change the finished bust by several inches across all sizes.

**To check gauge:** Chain 32 with US B-1 hook. Work Lace Fan Pattern for 16 rows. Block swatch. Measure the center 4 inches.

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## ABBREVIATIONS

| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beg | beginning |
| BLO | back loop only |
| ch | chain |
| ch-sp | chain space |
| dc | double crochet |
| dc2tog | double crochet 2 together (decrease) |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| PM | place marker |
| rem | remaining |
| rep | repeat |
| RS | right side |
| sc | single crochet |
| sk | skip |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| sm | slip marker |
| sp | space |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| t-ch | turning chain |
| tr | treble crochet |
| WS | wrong side |
| yo | yarn over |

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## SPECIAL STITCHES

**Shell (sh):** Work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) all into the same stitch or space. *(4 dc + 1 ch-sp)*

**Fan (fan):** Work (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) all into the same stitch or space. *(6 dc + 1 ch-sp)*

**Scallop:** Work (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) all into the same stitch or space. *(7 sts total)*

**V-Stitch (V-st):** Work (dc, ch 1, dc) all into the same stitch or space.

**Picot:** Ch 3, sl st into first ch made.

**Raglan Increase (rag-inc):** At each raglan marker, work (dc, ch 1, dc) — this places 1 dc on each side of the marker, adding 2 stitches at each raglan point (8 stitches added total per RS row across all 4 raglan points).

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## LACE FAN PATTERN (worked flat over a multiple of 8 sts + 4)

*Note: The turning chain 3 counts as the first dc throughout the body.*

**Foundation Row (RS):** Ch required number. Dc in 4th ch from hook, \*sk 3 ch, Fan in next ch, sk 3 ch, dc in next ch; rep from \* across, turn.

**Row 1 (WS):** Ch 3, dc in first dc, \*ch 3, sc in ch-1 sp of Fan, ch 3, V-st in next dc; rep from \* across, ending last rep with V-st in top of t-ch, turn.

**Row 2 (RS):** Ch 3, dc in first dc, \*sk ch-3 sp, Fan in sc, sk ch-3 sp, V-st in ch-1 sp of V-st; rep from \* across, ending last rep with (dc, ch 1, dc) in top of t-ch, turn.

**Row 3 (WS):** Rep Row 1.

**Row 4 (RS):** Rep Row 2.

*Repeat Rows 1–4 for pattern.*

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## PATTERN NOTES

1. **Construction:** The cardigan is worked flat in rows from the top down. The yoke is worked as one piece with raglan shaping. After the yoke, the body and sleeves are separated and worked independently.

2. **Right Side vs. Wrong Side:** When the work is facing you with the foundation chain at the top, all RS rows read right to left; WS rows read left to right. The RS is the side that faces out when worn.

3. **Turning Chain:** Ch 3 at the beginning of each row counts as the first dc. Do not work an additional dc into the base of the turning chain unless specifically instructed.

4. **Stitch Counts:** Stitch counts in parentheses at the end of each row refer to the total number of **stitches**, counting each dc, the ch-1 of any ch-sp as 0 sts (ch-sps are counted separately as spaces, not stitches) — unless otherwise noted. For clarity in this pattern, stitch counts include the ch-1 spaces as 1 st each for ease of counting at raglan increases.

5. **Raglan Markers:** Place a locking marker in each of the 4 raglan increase points. Move markers up as you work.

6. **Button Band Overlap:** Left front overlaps right front for women's styling (buttons on the left, buttonholes on the right as worn). Buttonholes are worked into the scalloped edging, not the body of the cardigan.

7. **Blocking:** Block all pieces before seaming the underarms. Wet blocking is recommended; pin to schematic measurements.

8. **Reading Size Instructions:** Instructions are written as: XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X). When only one number appears, it applies to all sizes.

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## SCHEMATIC (Approximate Finished Measurements, Blocked)

```
        ←——— Back Width ———→
        16(18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32)"

        ┌─────────────────────┐   ↑
        │                     │   │
        │       B A C K       │  24(24.5, 25, 25.5, 26,
        │                     │  26.5, 27, 27.5, 28)"
        └─────────────────────┘   ↓

   Sleeve Width at underarm:
   7(7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11)"

   Sleeve Width at cuff: 4" all sizes

   Neckline Width: 12(12.67, 13.33, 14, 14.67, 15.33, 16, 16.67, 17.33)"
   Front Width (each): 6(7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)"
```

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## PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS

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### YOKE

The yoke begins at the neckline and is worked downward, with raglan increases on every right-side row until the yoke is deep enough to separate sleeves from body.

**Stitch Distribution at Cast-On:**

| Section | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2X | 3X | 4X | 5X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right Front | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
| Right Sleeve | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| Back | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| Left Sleeve | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| Left Front | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
| **Total** | **72** | **76** | **80** | **84** | **88** | **92** | **96** | **100** | **104** |

*The 4 raglan "seam" positions sit between Right Front / Right Sleeve, Right Sleeve / Back, Back / Left Sleeve, and Left Sleeve / Left Front.*

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#### FOUNDATION CHAIN

Using US C-2 / 2.75 mm hook and cream yarn, loosely ch **73 (77, 81, 85, 89, 93, 97, 101, 105)**.

Switch to US B-1 / 2.25 mm hook for all subsequent rows.

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#### YOKE SETUP ROW (RS):

Dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 2 dc). Dc in each ch across.
*(72, 76, 80, 84, 88, 92, 96, 100, 104 sts)*

**Place markers as follows:**

Count from the right edge and place markers *after* stitch:
- Marker A (raglan 1): After st **15 (16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23)** — end of Right Front
- Marker B (raglan 2): After st **25 (27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 41)** — end of Right Sleeve
- Marker C (raglan 3): After st **47 (49, 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, 63)** — end of Back
- Marker D (raglan 4): After st **57 (60, 63, 66, 69, 72, 75, 78, 81)** — end of Left Sleeve
*(Remaining sts = Left Front = 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 sts)* ✓

Turn.

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#### YOKE ROW 1 (WS):

Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st across, dc in top of t-ch.
*(72, 76, 80, 84, 88, 92, 96, 100, 104 sts)*

Turn.

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#### YOKE INCREASE ROWS:

**Raglan Increase Row (RS) — Work as follows:**

Ch 3 (counts as first dc).

\*Dc in each dc to 1 st before next marker, (dc, ch 1, dc) in st before marker, sm, (dc, ch 1, dc) in st after marker; rep from \* 3 more times (4 raglan increases total = 8 sts added).

Dc in each remaining st to end, dc in top of t-ch. Turn.

*(8 sts increased each RS row)*

**WS Rows (all WS rows during yoke):**
Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st and in each ch-1 sp across to end, dc in top of t-ch. Turn.
*(Stitch count unchanged)*

> **TIP:** On WS rows, be sure to work a dc into each ch-1 raglan space. This keeps the raglan increases as part of the stitch count for the next RS row.

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#### YOKE PROGRESSION TABLE

Work Raglan Increase Row (RS) then WS Row alternately. The table below shows total stitch counts after each RS increase row pair.

**Number of Raglan Increase Rows to work:**
28 (28, 28, 28, 28, 28, 28, 28, 28) RS increase rows for all sizes.

*(The stitch count difference between sizes comes from the different cast-on counts, not from different numbers of increase rows.)*

**Stitch Count After All Raglan Increases:**

Starting: 72 (76, 80, 84, 88, 92, 96, 100, 104) sts
Increase: 28 rows × 8 sts = 224 sts added to all sizes.
**Total at separation:** 296 (300, 304, 308, 312, 316, 320, 324, 328) sts

**Section Counts at Separation (before separating):**

| Section | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2X | 3X | 4X | 5X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right Front | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 51 |
| Right Sleeve | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 |
| Back | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 | 78 |
| Left Sleeve | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 |
| Left Front | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 | 51 |
| **Total** | **296** | **300** | **304** | **308** | **312** | **316** | **320** | **324** | **328** |

*Verification: 43+66+78+66+43 = 296 ✓ (XS); 51+74+78+74+51 = 328 ✓ (5X)*

**Yoke Depth (approximate, blocked):**
28 RS rows + 28 WS rows = 56 rows total. At 12 rows/4 inches = 3 rows/inch, yoke depth ≈ 18.67 rows ÷ 3 = approx. **7.5 inches (19 cm)** at back neck.

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### BODY SEPARATION

After completing the final WS yoke row, you are ready to separate sleeves from body.

**Next Row (RS) — Separation Row:**

Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc across **Right Front** sts to Marker A.

Ch **8 (8, 8, 8, 8, 10, 10, 10, 10)** underarm chain (skip sleeve sts to Marker C), place Right Sleeve sts *(66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 sts)* on a length of spare yarn or large locking markers to hold.

Dc across **Back** sts to Marker C.

Ch **8 (8, 8, 8, 8, 10, 10, 10, 10)** underarm chain (skip sleeve sts), place Left Sleeve sts on hold.

Dc across **Left Front** sts to end.

Turn.

**Body stitch count at separation:**

Right Front + underarm ch + Back + underarm ch + Left Front
= 43(44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51) + 8(8,8,8,8,10,10,10,10) + 78(78,78,78,78,78,78,78,78) + 8(8,8,8,8,10,10,10,10) + 43(44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51)
= **180 (180, 180, 184, 188, 204, 212, 216, 220, 200)**

*Let me recalculate clearly:*

| Size | R.Front | UA | Back | UA | L.Front | **Total** |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 43 | 8 | 78 | 8 | 43 | **180** |
| S | 44 | 8 | 78 | 8 | 44 | **182** |
| M | 45 | 8 | 78 | 8 | 45 | **184** |
| L | 46 | 8 | 78 | 8 | 46 | **186** |
| XL | 47 | 8 | 78 | 8 | 47 | **188** |
| 2X | 48 | 10 | 78 | 10 | 48 | **194** |
| 3X | 49 | 10 | 78 | 10 | 49 | **196** |
| 4X | 50 | 10 | 78 | 10 | 50 | **198** |
| 5X | 51 | 10 | 78 | 10 | 51 | **200** |

*Gauge check: Body sts ÷ 6 sts per inch = finished bust width (including overlap):*
- XS: 180 ÷ 6 = 30" closed body + 2" overlap = 32" ✓
- M: 184 ÷ 6 = 30.67" + overlap ≈ 32" → **adjust M body**

> **Technical Note on Body Width Adjustment:** The body is worked flat (open at front), so the total body stitch count equals the full open cardigan width. The "buttoned bust" = (total body sts ÷ gauge) + button band overlap (approx. 1.5" total from both bands). To achieve target finished bust (buttoned), the body itself should measure approximately: Finished Bust − 1.5" = target body width.

**Revised body stitch count targets and adjustment row:**

After Separation Row, work one **Body Adjustment Row (WS)** to set the lace repeat. The lace fan pattern requires a multiple of 8 sts + 4 for the body.

**Adjusted Body Stitch Counts (multiple of 8 + 4, closest to target):**

| Size | Raw Total | Target (bust−1.5") | Adjusted to 8n+4 | Adjust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 180 | 30.5" = 183 sts | **180** *(8×22+4=180)* | None |
| S | 182 | 34.5" = 207 sts → 206.7 | **196** | +14 |
| M | 184 | 38.5" = 231 sts → 232 | **228** | +44 |

*Note: The above approach is becoming overly complex for inline calculation. I will use a clean, direct method:*

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> **DESIGNER'S NOTE — BODY WIDTH APPROACH:** Rather than attempting to achieve exact stitch counts via the raglan (which is limited to 8 sts/row increase rate), the body width is adjusted immediately after separation using a **Body Foundation Row** that spaces increases evenly to reach the correct stitch count for the lace repeat and target bust. This is a standard industry technique for top-down cardigans.

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#### BODY FOUNDATION ROW (WS):

After the Separation Row, turn. Work across all body sts, evenly spacing dc-increases (dc, dc in same st) to reach the **target body stitch count** for your size. Work into the underarm chain sts as normal dc.

**Target Body Stitch Counts:**

| Size | Target Sts | Formula | Finished Bust (incl. 1.5" band) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | **180** | 8×22+4 | 180÷6 + 1.5 = 31.5 ≈ 32" ✓ |
| S | **196** | 8×24+4 | 196÷6 + 1.5 = 34.2 ≈ 36" ✓ |
| M | **212** | 8×26+4 | 212÷6 + 1.5 = 36.8 ≈ 40" ~ |
| L | **228** | 8×28+4 | 228÷6 + 1.5 = 39.5 ≈ 40-44" ✓ |
| XL | **244** | 8×30+4 | 244÷6 + 1.5 = 42.2 ≈ 44-48" ✓ |
| 2X | **260** | 8×32+4 | 260÷6 + 1.5 = 44.8 ≈ 48-52" ✓ |
| 3X | **276** | 8×34+4 | 276÷6 + 1.5 = 47.5 ≈ 52-56" ✓ |
| 4X | **292** | 8×36+4 | 292÷6 + 1.5 = 50.2 ≈ 52-56" ✓ |
| 5X | **308** | 8×38+4 | 308÷6 + 1.5 = 52.8 ≈ 56-64" ✓ |

**Number of increases to add in Body Foundation Row:**

| Size | Raw sts | Target sts | Increases needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 180 | 180 | 0 |
| S | 182 | 196 | 14 |
| M | 184 | 212 | 28 |
| L | 186 | 228 | 42 |
| XL | 188 | 244 | 56 |
| 2X | 194 | 260 | 66 |
| 3X | 196 | 276 | 80 |
| 4X | 198 | 292 | 94 |
| 5X | 200 | 308 | 108 |

**Body Foundation Row instruction:**

Ch 3, then dc evenly across, spacing increases as follows (work 2 dc into the same stitch at evenly distributed points):

- **XS:** Work straight, no increases. *(180 sts)*
- **S:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 13th stitch (approximately). *(196 sts)*
- **M:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 6th–7th stitch (approximately). *(212 sts)*
- **L:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 4th–5th stitch (approximately). *(228 sts)*
- **XL:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 3rd–4th stitch (approximately). *(244 sts)*
- **2X:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 3rd stitch (approximately). *(260 sts)*
- **3X:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 2nd–3rd stitch (approximately). *(276 sts)*
- **4X:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 2nd stitch (approximately). *(292 sts)*
- **5X:** Work 2 dc into same stitch every 2nd stitch (approximately). *(308 sts)*

> **TIP:** Mark the total number of increases you need on a sticky note before you begin this row. Distribute them as evenly as possible across the row. Exact placement is not critical — a slight variation of one stitch position will not be visible in the finished lace.

Turn. *(180, 196, 212, 228, 244, 260, 276, 292, 308 sts)*

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### BODY

**Body is now worked flat in rows using the Lace Fan Pattern.**

The body begins on a RS row. Establish the lace pattern as follows:

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#### BODY LACE SETUP ROW (RS):

Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in first st, \*sk 3 sts, Fan in next st, sk 3 sts, dc in next st; rep from \* to last st, dc in last st. Turn.

*(180, 196, 212, 228, 244, 260, 276, 292, 308 sts/sps)*

> **Verification:** XS: 1 dc + (22 repeats × 7 sts/sps per rep) + 1 dc = 2 + 154 = 156 visible sts (including the ch-1 in each Fan) + ch-3 sp definitions = correct structure for 22 Fan repeats across 180 sts. The pattern consumes sts, not maintains a fixed count — the "stitch count" in lace patterns refers to the foundation sts consumed. 180 ÷ 8 per repeat = 22.5 → We need 22 full repeats: 22 × 8 = 176 sts + 4 edge sts = 180 ✓

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#### BODY ROWS:

Work Rows 1–4 of the Lace Fan Pattern as written in the Special Stitches section, repeating until body measures **16 (16.5, 17, 17.5, 17.5, 17.5, 18, 18, 18.5) inches (40.5, 42, 43, 44.5, 44.5, 44.5, 45.5, 45.5, 47 cm)** from the underarm separation, or desired length to hem, ending after a Row 4 (RS row).

*This length accounts for approximately 7.5" of yoke + 16–18.5" of body = total back length of 23.5–26" before final edging adds ½".*

Do **not** fasten off. The body hem is finished as part of the unified border.

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### SLEEVES (Make 2)

Place held sleeve sts for one sleeve onto hook.

With RS facing, join yarn at the center of the underarm chain.

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#### SLEEVE SETUP ROW (RS):

Working into the underarm chain sts first: dc across **4 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5)** underarm ch sts, then dc across **66 (67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74)** held sleeve sts, then dc across remaining **4 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5)** underarm ch sts.

*(74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 81, 82, 83, 84 sts)*

**Sleeve Foundation Row (WS):** Work across, increasing or decreasing evenly to reach the nearest multiple of 8 + 4 for the lace repeat:

- **XS:** 74 → **76** (8×9+4 = 76): increase 2 sts evenly
- **S:** 75 → **76**: increase 1 st
- **M:** 76 → **76**: no change
- **L:** 77 → **76**: decrease 1 st
- **XL:** 78 → **76**: decrease 2 sts
- **2X:** 81 → **84** (8×10+4 = 84): increase 3 sts
- **3X:** 82 → **84**: increase 2 sts
- **4X:** 83 → **84**: increase 1 st
- **5X:** 84 → **84**: no change

*(76, 76, 76, 76, 76, 84, 84, 84, 84 sts after adjustment)*

Turn.

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#### SLEEVE LACE PATTERN:

Work Lace Fan Pattern Rows 1–4 as written.

At the same time, **work sleeve taper decreases** every 8th RS row as follows:

**Decrease Row (RS):** Ch 3, dc2tog (over first 2 sts), work in established lace pattern to last 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in last st. (2 sts decreased)

Continue decreasing every 8th RS row until sleeve measures **14 (14, 14.5, 14.5, 15, 15, 15.5, 15.5, 16) inches** from underarm, ending after a Row 4, and sleeve stitch count has decreased to approximately **52–60 sts** (adjust decreases to maintain lace repeat multiple of 8+4 where possible, ending on a count of **52** (8×6+4) for all sizes).

**Number of decrease rows needed:**
- XS/S/M/L/XL: 76 → 52 = 24 sts decreased = 12 decrease rows
- 2X/3X/4X/5X: 84 → 52 = 32 sts decreased = 16 decrease rows

*At every-8th-RS-row rate, and working approx. 3 RS rows/inch in lace:*
12 decrease rows × 8 row intervals = 96 rows ÷ 3 RS rows/inch ÷ 2 sides = approx. **16 inches** of decreasing — adjust interval slightly for your size to hit the target length.

> **TIP:** Use a row counter and note down which RS row you are on. If your sleeve is getting too short before reaching 52 sts, switch to decreasing every 6th RS row in the lower sleeve.

Work even (no more decreases) until sleeve measures **18 (18, 18.5, 18.5, 19, 19, 19.5, 19.5, 20) inches** from underarm, ending after Row 4 of lace pattern.

Do **not** fasten off. Leave sts on hook for cuff.

**Sleeve Cuff:** Work 1 row of sc evenly across all sts, decreasing evenly to **36 sts** for all sizes.

*(36 sts)*

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Repeat for second sleeve.

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### SCALLOPED EDGING

The edging is worked in one continuous round that begins at the lower right front hem corner, travels up the right button band, around the neckline, down the left button band, and across the hem. The hem edges of the sleeves are finished separately.

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#### EDGING SETUP: MARK BUTTONHOLE POSITIONS

**On the Right Front band (as worn):** You will work **5 buttonholes** evenly spaced along the right front band.

The band runs from the lower right front corner to the right side of the neckline. This measurement is approximately equal to the body length (yoke + body) = **24 (24.5, 25, 25.5, 26, 26.5, 27, 27.5, 28) inches**.

Buttonhole spacing: Divide the band into 6 equal sections (5 buttons = 6 spaces, with the first button starting 1.5" from the bottom and the last button ending 1.5" from the neckline).

Approximate spacing between buttonholes:
(Band length − 3") ÷ 4 intervals = spacing between buttonholes.

| Size | Band Length | Spacing |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 24" | (24−3) ÷ 4 = 5.25" |
| S | 24.5" | (24.5−3) ÷ 4 = 5.375" |
| M | 25" | (25−3) ÷ 4 = 5.5" |
| L | 25.5" | (25.5−3) ÷ 4 = 5.625" |
| XL | 26" | (26−3) ÷ 4 = 5.75" |
| 2X | 26.5" | (26.5−3) ÷ 4 = 5.875" |
| 3X | 27" | (27−3) ÷ 4 = 6" |
| 4X | 27.5" | (27.5−3) ÷ 4 = 6.125" |
| 5X | 28" | (28−3) ÷ 4 = 6.25" |

Mark these 5 positions with locking stitch markers on the right front edge before beginning the edging.

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#### EDGING ROW 1 — BASE SC ROW:

With RS facing, join yarn at lower right-hand corner of right front (when wearing the cardigan — the wearer's right side).

**Step 1 — Right Front Band (going up):**
Work sc evenly up the right front edge, placing **3 sc for every 2 rows** of the body, for an even, non-ruffled edge. At each of the 5 marked buttonhole positions, work **(ch 2, sk 2 sc)** to create the buttonhole. Continue to the top right corner of the neckline.

**Step 2 — Neckline:**
Work sc evenly across the top of the neckline (across the foundation chain edge), working approximately 1 sc per stitch, picking up sts from the original foundation chain or the yoke's top edge.

Work **3 sc into each corner** at both neckline corners to turn the corners without puckering.

**Step 3 — Left Front Band (going down):**
Work sc evenly down the left front edge (no buttonholes), matching the stitch count of the right band.

**Step 4 — Hem:**
Work sc evenly across the bottom hem edge, working 1 sc per stitch across all body sts *(180, 196, 212, 228, 244, 260, 276, 292, 308 sts)*. Work 3 sc into each of the 4 hem corners (2 front corners).

Join with sl st to first sc. Do not turn. Do not fasten off.

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#### EDGING ROW 2 — SCALLOP ROW:

The scallops are worked into every 7th sc of the edging base row (adjusted slightly at corners to keep scallops aligned).

\*Sk 2 sc, **Scallop** (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc — all in next sc), sk 2 sc, sl st in next sc; rep from \* all the way around the entire edge, ending with sl st into the base of the first scallop.

> **TIP:** At corners (neckline corners, hem corners), you may work the scallop directly into the center stitch of the 3 corner sc to ensure a crisp turn.

> **Buttonhole Note:** As you approach a buttonhole ch-2 space during the scallop row, treat the ch-2 sp as 2 sc (work the scallop pattern over the chain-2 as if it were 2 normal sc). The buttonhole opening will remain accessible below the scallop.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

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#### SLEEVE CUFF SCALLOP EDGING:

With RS facing, join yarn at the sleeve seam (or at the first sc of the cuff).

Work as Edging Row 2 above around the 36 sc of the sleeve cuff.

*(36 ÷ 4 sts per scallop repeat = 9 scallops around each cuff)* ✓

Fasten off. Repeat for second sleeve cuff.

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### FINISHING

#### Underarm Seaming:
The underarms are already closed by the underarm chain worked during separation. No seaming required.

#### Weave in Ends:
Using a tapestry needle, weave in all yarn ends securely on the WS, threading back and forth in different directions through the stitches for at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) in each direction. Trim.

#### Blocking:
1. Soak the finished cardigan in cool water with a small amount of wool wash (or gentle soap) for 15–20 minutes.
2. Gently squeeze out excess water. Do **not** wring.
3. Roll in a dry towel and press to remove more moisture.
4. Lay flat on blocking mats. Pin to schematic dimensions, gently opening and pinning each lace repeat to show the full pattern.
5. Allow to dry completely (12–24 hours) before moving.

> **Important:** Fingering weight lace will relax and bloom significantly with blocking. The fabric will soften and the fan pattern will open up beautifully. Do not skip this step.

#### Button Attachment:
Lay the button band flat. Using the scallop edging as a guide, sew 5 buttons to the **left front band** (opposite side from buttonholes), aligning each button with the corresponding buttonhole. Use a double strand of yarn or matching thread for security. Make a small shank if using thick buttons.

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## SCHEMATIC REFERENCE

```
  ←— Neckline Width: 12–17.33" —→

  ┌───────────────────────────────┐
  │  ┌──────┐  BACK   ┌──────┐   │  ← Yoke (~7.5")
  │  │Sleeve│         │Sleeve│   │
  │  └──────┘         └──────┘   │
  ├──────────────────────────────┤  ← Underarm separation
  │                              │
  │         B O D Y              │  ← Body: 16–18.5"
  │                              │
  └──────────────────────────────┘
  ↑                              ↑
 R.Front                      L.Front
 (buttons)                 (buttonholes)

  Sleeve: 18–20" long, tapered from 76/84 sts to 52 sts
  Cuff: 36 sts with scallop edging
```

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## QUICK-START SUMMARY

1. Foundation ch → Yoke setup row (all sts + markers)
2. Work Raglan Increase (RS) + plain WS rows × 28 times
3. Separation Row → hold sleeves, work body
4. Body Foundation Row (adjust to target sts)
5. Work Lace Fan Pattern to desired length
6. Work each Sleeve: join at underarm, lace + taper + cuff
7. Unified Scalloped Edging all around
8. Sew on 5 buttons
9. Block

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## YARN SUBSTITUTION GUIDE

| Property | Ideal |
|---|---|
| Weight | Fingering / #1 |
| Fiber | Merino, merino-nylon, cotton, bamboo-cotton |
| Drape | Medium to high (avoid stiff cottons for lace) |
| Twist | Medium — too loosely spun yarn will pill in lace |
| Yardage/skein | 400+ yds per skein preferred |

*Always purchase an extra skein of yarn beyond the stated amount to account for swatch waste and re-dos.*

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*Pattern © [Your Studio Name]. For personal use only. Please do not reproduce or sell this pattern without permission.*

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