Shibui Knits Filter Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Shibui Knits Filter - Monochrome Collection Knitting Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Filter is an ultra-modern hoodie designed by Kirsten Johnstone, featuring a striking mesh lace pattern with a contemporary aesthetic. This versatile knit can be worn open, closed, or even upside down, making it a unique addition to any wardrobe. The garment showcases clean lines and a sporty sensibility, combining technical knitting with wearable design.

Construction Method

The Filter is worked flat from the bottom up in a seamed construction. The body is knit as one piece from the hem to the underarms, where the fronts and back are then divided and worked separately to the shoulders. After the shoulder shaping is complete, these three pieces are rejoined and worked together to finish the hood, creating a seamless integration of the upper garment.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Veil Stitch - The primary stitch pattern creating the shimmering mesh lace effect throughout the garment
• Stockinette Stitch (St st) - Used in sections of the garment for contrast and structure
• I-cord edging - An incorporated cord provides a finished, polished edge along the fronts, hood, and armholes
• Folded hem - Grounds the lace pattern and adds definition to the hem
• Crochet provisional cast-on - Used to begin the garment with waste yarn, allowing for a flexible cast-on edge
• Front shaping decreases - Worked on every fourth row to shape the cardigan fronts

Materials and Tools

The Filter is knit using Shibui Staccato yarn, a luxurious blend of 70% superwash merino and 30% silk. The yarn's silky sheen creates the distinctive shimmering quality of the finished garment. The pattern requires 3 to 5 skeins (depending on size), with each skein containing 191 yards and weighing 50 grams. The colorway shown is Tar.

Essential tools include US Size 6 (4 mm) circular needles measuring 24 inches in length, with a spare circular needle of the same size for working sections. A crochet hook is needed for the provisional cast-on technique. Additional supplies include waste yarn, stitch holders, a stitch marker, a tapestry needle for finishing, and four pairs of sew-on snaps for closure, with snap placement adjustable for custom fit.

Sizing and Fit

The Filter is available in five sizes: XS, S, M, L, and XL, with finished circumferences ranging from 32 inches to 42.5 inches at the hem. The pattern is designed with approximately 2 inches of positive ease at the bust. The adjustable hood and snap closure allow for customization, with snap placement that can be modified to achieve the desired fit. The length can also be adjusted by changing snap placement.

Skill Level and Gauge

This pattern is rated as Intermediate skill level, appropriate for knitters with experience in lace work and garment construction. The gauge is 10.5 stitches and 18 rows over 4 inches in Veil stitch after blocking, and 20.5 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette stitch after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for the garment to fit correctly and for the lace pattern to display as intended.