String Linda Colorblock Cardigan Knitting Pattern

String Linda Colorblock Cardigan

What is Being Made

The String Linda Colorblock Cardigan is a classic knitted cardigan designed by Lidia Karabinech, available in sizes Small through Extra Large. This garment features a sophisticated colorblock design created through the strategic use of three coordinating yarn colors. The cardigan measures 22½ inches in length and offers bust measurements ranging from 35 inches for the smallest size to 47 inches for the largest size, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various body types.

Techniques Used

This cardigan is constructed using a bottom-up seamed method, meaning the individual pieces are knitted separately starting from the lower edges and working upward, then assembled together. The garment is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, allowing for traditional row-by-row construction. The pattern incorporates a Three-Needle Bind-Off technique for joining the shoulders, which creates a strong, professional finish at the shoulder seams. This construction method provides excellent shaping control and allows for precise fit adjustments throughout the knitting process.

Stitches Used

The Linda Colorblock Cardigan employs two primary stitch patterns:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – This is the main stitch used for the body of the cardigan, creating the smooth, classic fabric that forms the majority of the garment. Stockinette Stitch is worked by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, producing the characteristic V-pattern texture.
• 2x2 Ribbing – This stitch pattern is used for the cuff at the lower edge of the cardigan. The 2x2 Rib is created by alternating two knit stitches with two purl stitches across each row, and this pattern is repeated to create elastic, fitted edging that helps the cardigan hug the body.

Additional shaping techniques include ssk (slip, slip, knit) decreases used during neck shaping to create a refined neckline that frames the face beautifully.

Materials

The String Linda Colorblock Cardigan is knitted using premium yarns from String's collection, specifically blended merino wool and cashmere fibers. The yarn composition is 70% Merino wool and 30% cashmere, providing both warmth and luxurious softness. Three coordinating colors create the colorblock effect:

• STRING CHANTILLY in color 514953 oatmeal (Color A) – The primary color, requiring 5 to 7 balls depending on size
• STRING DOLCETTO in color 400009 latte (Color B) – A secondary color, requiring 2 to 3 balls depending on size
• STRING DOLCETTO in color 200007 almond (Color C) – A tertiary color, requiring 2 to 3 balls depending on size

Each ball contains 1.75 ounces of yarn with 136 yards of yardage per 50 grams. The pattern calls for size 9 (5.5mm) needles, or the appropriate needle size needed to achieve the specified gauge of 16 stitches and 21 rows equaling 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch. Additional notions include stitch holders for managing stitches during construction, removable markers for tracking pattern progress, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends and seaming pieces together.