Maggie Cardigan - PetiteKnit Pattern
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$14.70
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Original price
$14.70
Original price
$14.70
$14.70
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$14.70
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Wrap yourself in effortless chic! The Maggie Cardigan - PetiteKnit is a gorgeous, expertly tailored classic designed to become a highly loved staple in your wardrobe. Combining an elegant round neckline with neat placket details, this versatile button-front layering piece offers an incredibly polished silhouette that flows seamlessly into your everyday style.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, buttons, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 4 out of 5 (Advanced)
- Size Range: XXS to 5XL
- Construction: This cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down. You begin by knitting a flat back yoke shaped with regular increases. Stitches are then picked up along its upper edge to work the individual shoulders. The front and back yokes join at the underarms to form the main body, which is worked flat back and forth on a circular needle. Stitches are picked up for the sleeves to work them in the round, and the front plackets and clean neck bands are finished beautifully at the end.
Sizing & Fit Guide
The Maggie Cardigan is designed with a classic fit offering approximately 5 cm of positive ease. To choose your best size, measure around the widest part of your bust and match your body measurement to the chart below.
| Size | To Fit Bust Circumference (cm) | Finished Chest Circumference (cm) | Total Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75β80 | 89 | 48 |
| XS | 80β85 | 91 | 52 |
| S | 85β90 | 96 | 54 |
| M | 90β95 | 101 | 56 |
| L | 95β100 | 106 | 58 |
| XL | 100β110 | 115 | 59 |
| 2XL | 110β120 | 125 | 60 |
| 3XL | 120β130 | 136 | 63 |
| 4XL | 130β140 | 143 | 66 |
| 5XL | 140β150 | 153 | 70 |
Total length is measured down the middle of the back, excluding the finished neckband.
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 23 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 3.5 mm needles after washing and blocking. (Note: Achieving a precise stitch and row count is important to match the target fit).
- Suggested Needles: 3.5 mm and 3 mm circular needles (lengths: 60, 80 and/or 100 cm).
- Double-Pointed Needles: 3.5 mm and 3 mm DPNs (only needed if you choose not to use the Magic Loop technique for the sleeves).
- Notions Required: 6 buttons (approximately 18 mm in diameter).
Yarn Requirements
This design creates a beautifully structured fabric with a soft, delicate halo. The standard layout is achieved by holding one strand of a fingering-weight yarn together with one strand of a lace-weight silk mohair throughout the entire project. Alternatively, you can substitute a single strand of a robust premium cashmere yarn that matches the target gauge.
The values below represent the total required meters for each component to complete the standard cardigan.
| Size | Fingering-Weight Strand Meterage | Lace-Weight Mohair-Style Strand Meterage |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 940 m | 848 m |
| XS | 940 m | 848 m |
| S | 940 m | 1,060 m |
| M | 1,175 m | 1,060 m |
| L | 1,175 m | 1,060 m |
| XL | 1,175 m | 1,272 m |
| 2XL | 1,175 m | 1,272 m |
| 3XL | 1,410 m | 1,272 m |
| 4XL | 1,410 m | 1,484 m |
| 5XL | 1,410 m | 1,484 m |
Note: Stated yardages represent estimated purchasing allowances for the original standard cardigan version. Always purchase complete yarn balls, and budget an additional 200 meters of each yarn type if you plan to knit longer sleeves or a comprehensive gauge swatch.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a gauge swatch, and make sure to wash and block it before casting on your garment. The combination of a fingering weight strand and mohair can relax or shrink slightly during a wash depending on fiber composition. Swatching post-wash guarantees your stitches lock perfectly into the required 23-stitch gauge so your cardigan finishes with the perfect structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the 5 cm ease already accounted for in the sizing tables?
Yes. The sizing guide reflects the actual finished measurements of the knit garment. For example, if you choose a size S to match a 90 cm bust measurement, the finished cardigan will measure 96 cm around, giving you exactly 6 cm of positive, comfortable ease. -
Can I adjust the sleeves to a custom length?
Absolutely! The pattern can easily be customized as you work the sleeves down in the round. Just keep in mind that the quantities listed in the chart are for a standard sleeve lengthβbe sure to buy an extra ball of your chosen yarns if you intend to add length. -
Are the button plackets knitted on at the same time as the body?
No, the button bands are not worked concurrently. Once the body is fully complete, you will pick up stitches along the front opening edge to work structural button and neck plackets for a completely neat, boutique finish.