Malabrigo Gallery Row Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Malabrigo Gallery Row Slouchy Cardigan

What is Being Made

The Malabrigo Gallery Row is a slouchy cardigan designed by Courtney Cedarholm. This is a relaxed-fit cardigan jacket suitable for layering, available in two size ranges: Small/Medium and Large/X-Large. The garment features a generous, comfortable silhouette characteristic of slouchy styling.

Techniques Used

This cardigan is constructed using knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The pattern employs cable work as a primary design element, with seamed construction and worked flat methodology. The flat construction means the pieces are knitted in separate flat sections rather than in the round, then seamed together during finishing. Cable techniques create textured, dimensional panels that add visual interest and structure to the garment.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The cardigan features a ridge pattern worked over the center section, combined with cable panels on each side. The cable panels measure 13 stitches each and are approximately 1¾ inches (4.5 centimeters) wide. The pattern uses chart-based instructions for both the ridge pattern and the cable panels, with chart rows repeating from rows 1–12. Stitch markers are essential for tracking the pattern sections and color changes throughout the construction.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

This pattern calls for Rios by Malabrigo, a super-wash merino wool yarn. The yarn is supplied in 3½ ounce (100 gram) hanks, with each hank providing approximately 210 yards (192 meters) of yardage. The cardigan requires 2 hanks each in four colorways: #850 Archangel (A), #416 Indiecita (B), #872 Purpuras (C), and #863 Zarzamora (D).

Knitting is worked on size 8 (5 millimeter) needles. The gauge is 17 stitches and 29 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) when working the ridge pattern using size 8 needles. Additional notions include a cable needle for manipulating cable stitches, clip-on stitch markers and regular stitch markers for tracking pattern sections, and a tapestry needle for seaming and weaving in ends.

Garment Measurements and Specifications

• Across back at underarm: 17 inches (43 centimeters) for Small/Medium; 18 inches (45.5 centimeters) for Large/X-Large
• Back length: approximately 31½ inches (80 centimeters) for Small/Medium; 32½ inches (82.5 centimeters) for Large/X-Large
• Armhole opening: 14 inches (35.5 centimeters) for Small/Medium; 15 inches (38 centimeters) for Large/X-Large

Color Striping and Construction Details

The cardigan features a multi-color striping sequence that creates visual depth and interest. The color pattern repeats in a structured sequence: the piece begins with 4 inches of color A worked from the beginning, followed by a repeating color stripe pattern that cycles through colors B, C, and D. Each color section includes specific row counts—typically 2 rows, 4 rows, and 2 rows of alternating colors—creating a balanced, rhythmic color progression. This striping pattern repeats until the piece reaches its full length of 94 inches (238.5 centimeters) for Small/Medium or 98 inches (249 centimeters) for Large/X-Large.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Easy skill level, making it accessible to knitters with basic to intermediate experience. While cable work is included, the straightforward construction and clear charting support knitters developing their cable techniques.