Debbie Bliss Jackie Long Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Debbie Bliss Jackie Long Cardigan

What is Being Made

The Debbie Bliss Jackie Long Cardigan is a classic knitted cardigan pattern designed for intermediate-level knitters. This garment is worked in Cashmerino Aran, a premium yarn blend that provides both warmth and luxury. The long cardigan silhouette offers versatile styling options for everyday wear, making it a timeless addition to any knitter's wardrobe.

Knitting Techniques

This cardigan is constructed using seamed and worked flat techniques, which means the pattern pieces are knitted individually on straight needles and then sewn together to create the finished garment. This approach allows for precise shaping and a professional finish. The worked-flat method is ideal for creating structured pieces like cardigans, as it provides control over stitch placement and garment dimensions.

Stitches Used

• Garter Stitch: Created by knitting every row, this fundamental stitch provides texture and structure to the cardigan
• Moss Stitch (Seed Stitch): A reversible textured stitch that alternates knit and purl stitches, creating visual interest and dimension
• Ribbing: Used for edges and cuffs to create elasticity and a neat finish; cast off in ribbing maintains the rib pattern by knitting knit stitches and purling purl stitches
• Decrease Stitches: Techniques including knit 2 together, purl 2 together, and slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over (skpo) for shaping
• Increase Stitches: Methods such as knit into front and back of next stitch (kfb), purl into front and back (pfb), and make one (m1) to add stitches where needed

Materials

This pattern is designed for Cashmerino Aran yarn, which combines the softness of cashmere with the durability and affordability of acrylic and merino wool blends. Aran weight yarn is a medium-heavy weight suitable for creating structured garments with good drape. Knitters will need appropriate needles for Aran weight yarn and basic finishing supplies for seaming the garment pieces together.

Pattern Format

The Jackie Long Cardigan is available as a downloadable PDF, providing immediate access to complete pattern instructions. The pattern includes comprehensive abbreviations and a detailed glossary covering UK terminology with US terminology provided in parentheses, making it accessible to knitters using either convention.