Berroco Juli Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Berroco Juli Cardigan

What is Being Made

The Berroco Juli is a women's cardigan designed for intermediate knitters. This garment is available in six sizes ranging from X-Small through 2X, with finished bust measurements from 32 inches to 52 inches. The cardigan features a finished length between 18½ and 21½ inches depending on size, and is designed with approximately 2 inches of ease for comfortable wearing. The cardigan closes with four 1-inch buttons from One World Button Supply Co.

Techniques Used

The Juli cardigan is constructed using a bottom-up approach, meaning the knitter begins at the lower edge and works upward toward the neckline. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and pieces are seamed together once individual components are complete. This traditional construction method allows for straightforward shaping and finishing.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs two primary stitch patterns. Stockinette stitch (St st) serves as a foundational element, achieving a gauge of 18 stitches and 25 rows per 4 inches on the larger needles. The cardigan also features a Pattern Stitch (Pat St), which is established after a decorative decrease row worked on the wrong side. The decrease row uses purl 2 together decreases worked in a repeating sequence to shape the garment and create textural interest.

Materials

The Juli cardigan is knitted using Berroco Blackstone Tweed yarn in colorway #2682 Wild Rose. Yarn requirements range from 7 balls for the smallest size to 13 balls for the largest size, with each ball weighing 50 grams. The pattern calls for two sizes of straight knitting needles: size 5 (3.75 mm) and size 7 (4.50 mm), with the larger needles used for the main fabric. Knitters should obtain the specified gauge of 18 stitches and 4 inches in Pattern Stitch on the larger needles to ensure proper fit. Optional materials include a sewing needle and matching thread for securing buttons.

Additional Pattern Information

This is pattern #336-12 from Berroco Booklet #336, classified as an intermediate-level project. The pattern emphasizes the importance of checking gauge before beginning to avoid potential sizing issues. All directions are provided with size modifications included in parentheses for easy reference throughout the knitting process.