Sirdar 10310 Patchwork Cardigan in Cashmere Merino Silk DK PDF

The seemingly random placement of the modern Fair Isle pattern on Sirdar 10310 Patchwork Cardigan in Cashmere Merino Silk DK has actually been carefully considered by the designers to create a quirky, on-trend patchwork effect. This fun project for the more experienced knitters is bound to draw attention to your knitting skills when you wear this must-have women’s sweater. Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK is a stunningly soft yarn with a subtle sheen, beautiful drape, and a luxurious feel. The Fair Isle patterns are in chart form only.

Skill Level: Advanced
Sizes: S (M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL) to fit 32/34 (36/38, 40/42, 44/46, 48/50, 52/54)” bust
Finished Measurement:
    Bust – 51½ (53½, 55¼, 59½, 57½, 60¾)”
    Full Length – 28 (28¾, 29½, 30¼, 31¼, 32)”
Yarn Requirements: Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool/ 20% Silk/ 5% Cashmere; 50g/127 yds)
    Color A – 9 (9, 9, 10, 10, 11) balls shown in 407 Royal Navy
    Color B – 2 balls for all sizes shown in 403 China Blue
    Color C – 4 (5, 5, 5, 6, 6) balls shown in 422 Stand Stone
    Color D – 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2) balls shown in 412 Vintage Burgundy
    Color E – 6 balls for all sizes shown in 421 Meadow Green
Needles:
    US 3 (3.25mm) single points and 40” circular
    US 6 (4.00mm)
Gauge:
    25 sts and 27 rows = 4” in Fair Isle pattern on US 6 (4.00mm)
    22 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch on US 6 (4.00mm)