Berroco Felice Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Berroco Felice Cardigan: Intermediate Knit Pattern

What is Being Made

The Berroco Felice is a women's cardigan designed by Amy Christoffers, available in twelve sizes ranging from 33" to 68" bust measurement. This intermediate-level knitting project features a classic cardigan silhouette with a button front closure, offering finished bust measurements from 33 inches up to 68 inches to accommodate various body sizes. The cardigan is worked from the neck down to the underarms, then divided for the body and sleeves, making it an accessible top-down construction project.

Finished Measurements and Sizing

The Felice cardigan is offered in twelve distinct sizes with the following finished bust measurements (closed): 33", 37", 40", 44", 47", 51", 54", 58", 61", 65", and 68". The length ranges from 21¼" to 25¼" measured down the center back, with most sizes falling between 21¼" and 24". The pattern recommends 2–4 inches of positive ease for a comfortable fit.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This intermediate cardigan employs a top-down yoke construction method, where knitters begin at the neckline and work downward. The garment is worked in the round using circular needles until the yoke shaping is complete, at which point the pattern divides for the body and sleeves. This construction technique allows for seamless integration of sleeve and body sections and provides flexibility for custom length adjustments.

Primary Stitch: Fisherman's Rib

The Felice cardigan is worked primarily in Fisherman's Rib, a textured stitch pattern that creates a dense, dimensional fabric. Fisherman's Rib is worked over an odd number of stitches using a two-row repeat. The pattern uses a special abbreviation, k1rb (knit one row below), which involves knitting into the stitch in the row below the current working row. This technique creates the characteristic deep, elastic texture of Fisherman's Rib.

The Fisherman's Rib pattern sequence is as follows:

• Row 1 (Right Side): K1, then repeat *k1rb, p1* across, ending with k1rb and k1
• Row 2: P1, then repeat *p1, k1* across, ending with p2
• These two rows repeat throughout the garment for consistent texture

The gauge for Fisherman's Rib on the larger needles is 18 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches after blocking, making gauge checking essential for accurate finished measurements.

Yarn and Materials

The Felice cardigan is designed to be worked in Berroco Dulce, a yarn from Berroco, Inc. The pattern calls for 5 to 12 balls of Berroco Dulce (50 grams per ball) depending on the size selected, shown in colorway #2033 Onyx. The yarn quantity ranges from 250 grams for the smallest size to 600 grams for the largest size.

Needles and Notions

Knitters will need the following tools and materials to complete this project:

• Circular needles in sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm), measuring 32 inches or longer
• One set each of double-pointed needles in sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm) for smaller circumferences
• Four stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and increases
• Tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends
• Waste yarn for holding stitches during construction
• Five ¾-inch (20 mm) buttons for the front closure

Skill Level and Pattern Format

This pattern is rated as Intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle shaping techniques and specialty stitches like Fisherman's Rib. The Berroco Felice is available as a downloadable PDF pattern, allowing immediate access to complete instructions. The pattern includes detailed finished measurements, gauge information, and special abbreviations to guide knitters through the construction process.