Promenade Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Promenade Cardigan in Juniper Moon Moonshine Trios

What Is Being Made

The Promenade Cardigan is a knitted cardigan sweater designed by Pamela Wynne as part of The Seaside Collection. This garment is available in eight sizes ranging from XS to 4X, with a finished back width from 11 inches (28 cm) for the smallest size up to 24 inches (61 cm) for the largest size. The cardigan features a consistent length of 27 inches (68.5 cm) across all sizes, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various body types.

Techniques Used

This knitting project employs several intermediate-level techniques that add visual interest and texture to the finished garment. The primary construction method involves working flat on circular needles, which allows for easier handling of the numerous stitches required for the cardigan's width. The design incorporates the Ridged Openwork Pattern, a decorative stitch pattern that creates an elegant, lacy appearance while maintaining structural integrity.

The Ridged Openwork Pattern is worked over a multiple of 2 plus 1 stitch and repeats over 4 rows. This pattern combines purl stitches, yarn overs, and purl 2 together decreases to create openwork sections with ridged texture. The pattern is strategically placed along the front edges and body sections of the cardigan, framing stockinette stitch areas in the center front. Shaping techniques include make one left (m1L) and make one right (m1R) increases, which are used to create seamless shaping throughout the garment. The longtail cast-on method is used to begin the right front section, providing a flexible and professional-looking edge.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – The primary stitch used for the main body of the cardigan, creating a smooth, classic knit fabric
• Purl Stitch – Used extensively in the Ridged Openwork Pattern and edge treatments
• Yarn Over (yo) – Creates the openwork eyelets characteristic of the lacy pattern sections
• Purl 2 Together (p2tog) – A left-leaning decrease used in both the Ridged Openwork Pattern and for shaping
• Make One Left (m1L) and Make One Right (m1R) – Invisible increase methods used for seamless shaping
• Slip Stitch (sl) – Used for various construction techniques
• Bind Off (BO) – Used to finish edges and complete the garment

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Promenade Cardigan is designed to be knitted with Juniper Moon Farm Moonshine Trios yarn in color #113 Grass Combo. The yardage requirements vary by size, requiring between 5 hanks for the smallest size (XS) and 9 hanks for the largest sizes (3X and 4X). Moonshine Trios is a specialty yarn from Juniper Moon Farm that offers unique color blending and texture.

The pattern calls for two needle sizes to achieve proper gauge and fabric characteristics. US 8 (5 mm) circular needles are used as the primary needles for the main body of the cardigan, while US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles are used for sections requiring smaller needle work, likely for ribbing or finishing details. The pattern specifies that knitters should select the needle size needed to obtain the correct gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows equaling 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on the larger needles. This gauge is essential for achieving the finished measurements specified in the pattern.

Additional notions required include a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends and seaming, and stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping points throughout the construction process.