Paintbox Yarns Promenade Oversized Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Paintbox Yarns Promenade Oversized Cardigan

What Is Being Made

The Promenade Oversized Cardigan is an advanced-level garment designed as a relaxed, oversized fit cardigan. This free downloadable pattern is available in five sizes to fit chest measurements from 76–81 cm (30–32 inches) up to 112–117 cm (44–46 inches), with finished lengths ranging from 70.5 to 74 cm (27¾ to 29 inches). The cardigan is worked from the bottom up and features a seamed construction with visible cable detailing and horizontal stripes throughout the body.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs a combination of knitting and crochet techniques, making it suitable for crafters experienced with both disciplines. The garment is worked flat rather than in the round, allowing for easier stitch manipulation and shaping. The bottom-up construction means pieces are begun at the lower edges and increased toward the shoulders and neckline. Seaming is used to join the various pieces together, creating clean, finished seams. The use of cables adds textural interest and dimensional depth to the design, while stripes are incorporated throughout for visual contrast and pattern interest.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes a range of fundamental and intermediate stitches from both knitting and crochet vocabularies. Knitting stitches include knit 2 together (k2tog) for decreasing, purl 2 stitches together (p2tog) and purl 2 stitches together through the back loop (p2togtbl) for alternative decrease methods, and make 1 stitch (m1) for increases. Crochet stitches featured in the pattern include chain (ch), double crochet or single crochet (dc/sc), treble or double crochet (tr/dc), front post double treble crochet (fpdtr) for creating raised cable effects, and various decrease variations such as front post double treble crochet decrease (fpdtr2tog), treble or double crochet decrease (tr/dc 2tog), and treble or double crochet double decrease (tr/dc 3tog). The pattern also references decrease (dec) and increase (inc) techniques in general terms.

Materials

This pattern calls for Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK yarn in three coordinating colorways. The yarn requirements vary by size: the smallest size requires 11 balls of Slate Green (A), while larger sizes need 12–15 balls. Both Bubblegum Pink (B) and Melon Sorbet (C) are used as accent colors, with 3–4 balls of each required depending on size. The pattern specifies 4mm (UK 8 – US 6) knitting needles for the main fabric, 4mm (UK 8 – US 6) 100 cm (40 inch) circular knitting needles for finishing trim work, and a 4mm (UK 8 – US G/6) crochet hook for crochet elements. Additional notions include stitch holders, scissors, and a large-eyed needle for seaming and weaving in ends.

Pattern Notes

The instructions are written using UK crochet and knitting terminology, with US terminology provided in italics and parentheses for American crafters. The pattern uses standard sizing notation, with instructions for the smallest size given as the base, and changes for larger sizes indicated in square brackets. Where only one figure appears, it applies to all sizes. The yarn quantities provided are approximate and based on average requirements. Paintbox Yarns recommends using the specified Cotton DK yarn to ensure the finished garment matches the intended design and fit.