Berroco Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Berroco Conus Cardigan

What Is Being Made

The Conus is an intermediate-level cardigan designed by the Berroco Design Team. This garment is constructed as a seamless, top-down design that creates a modern silhouette with finished bust measurements ranging from 36 inches to 72 inches, accommodating multiple size options. The cardigan features a sophisticated construction method where the sides, sleeves, and yoke are worked in one continuous piece, with the lower ribbing and collar picked up and knit afterward.

Construction Techniques

The Conus employs several advanced knitting techniques that contribute to its intermediate difficulty level. The garment is worked in one piece from sleeve cuff to center back, which requires careful stitch management and shaping. The two side pieces are then joined at the center back using a 3-needle bind-off, a technique that creates a strong, finished seam without additional sewing. This method eliminates the need for traditional seaming and produces a professional appearance.

After the main body construction is complete, stitches are picked up along the lower edge and armholes to add ribbed edging and a collar, demonstrating the pattern's use of strategic stitch pickup for finishing details. The pattern requires blocking after completion to achieve accurate finished measurements, which is essential for proper fit and drape.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – The primary stitch used throughout the body of the cardigan, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Ribbing – Used for the cuffs, lower edge, and collar for elasticity and a polished finish
• 3-Needle Bind-Off – A joining technique used to seamlessly connect the two side pieces at center back
• Stitch Pickup – Used to add ribbed edging and collar details after the main construction

Materials and Tools

The Conus is designed to be knit with Berroco Bozzolo yarn, a 100-gram ball weight. Yardage requirements range from 4 balls for smaller sizes to 7 balls for the largest sizes, depending on the finished bust measurement selected. The recommended color shown in the pattern is #10835 Monarch.

Knitters will need two circular needles in different sizes: size 4 (3.5 mm) for ribbing and size 7 (4.5 mm) for the main body in stockinette stitch. A 32-inch circular needle is specified for the primary construction. Additionally, a spare size 7 (4.5 mm) needle is required for the 3-needle bind-off technique, and waste yarn should be available to hold stitches during construction.

Gauge and Fit

The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch using the larger needle. Gauge is measured after blocking, making it essential to knit a gauge swatch, block it, and measure carefully before beginning the project. The pattern recommends approximately 2 to 4 inches of positive ease for a comfortable, contemporary fit. This attention to gauge ensures that the finished cardigan will meet the specified measurements and drape appropriately on the body.