Maggie Cardigan Knitting Pattern - PetiteKnit
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Maggie Cardigan — PetiteKnit knitting pattern
A top-down cardigan with a shaped back yoke and shoulders picked up along its upper edge. Work the body back and forth and the sleeves in the round, then add the front and neck plackets.
English printed pattern booklet, posted to you. Yarn, needles, notions and the finished item are not included. This is not a PDF download.
Sizes and fit
Designed for approximately 5 cm positive ease.
| Size | To fit chest/bust (cm) | Finished chest/bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 75–80 | 89 | 48 |
| XS | 80–85 | 91 | 52 |
| S | 85–90 | 96 | 54 |
| M | 90–95 | 101 | 56 |
| L | 95–100 | 106 | 58 |
| XL | 100–110 | 115 | 59 |
| 2XL | 110–120 | 125 | 60 |
| 3XL | 120–130 | 136 | 63 |
| 4XL | 130–140 | 143 | 66 |
| 5XL | 140–150 | 153 | 70 |
Length measured mid back, excluding the neck edge.
Gauge, needles and materials
Gauge: 23 stitches × 32 rows in stocking stitch on 3.5 mm needles = 10 × 10 cm.
Needles: 3.5 mm and 3 mm circulars: 60, 80 and/or 100 cm; 3.5 mm and 3 mm double-pointed needles, unless using Magic Loop.
6 buttons, 18 mm diameter.
Designer difficulty: 4 out of 5.
Stocked designer yarn options
Hold one strand of Sandnes Garn Sunday with one strand of Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair. Buy each component separately.
| Size | Sandnes Garn Sunday (metres) | Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair (metres) |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 940 m | 848 m |
| XS | 940 m | 848 m |
| S | 940 m | 1060 m |
| M | 1175 m | 1060 m |
| L | 1175 m | 1060 m |
| XL | 1175 m | 1272 m |
| 2XL | 1175 m | 1272 m |
| 3XL | 1410 m | 1272 m |
| 4XL | 1410 m | 1484 m |
| 5XL | 1410 m | 1484 m |
Converted from the designer’s stated quantities at Sandnes Garn Sunday: 235 m per 50 g, Sandnes Garn Tynn Silk Mohair: 212 m per 25 g.
Wash and block a swatch before measuring. Match both stitch and row gauge and check the fabric; adjust needle size as needed. Round up to complete sale units and allow extra for swatching or changes in length.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 5 cm ease already included?
Yes. The table gives finished measurements. Size S measures 96 cm around, giving 6 cm ease on a 90 cm bust.
Can Maggie Cardigan have long sleeves?
Yes. The designer calls for extra yarn for the longer sleeves. The table below is for the standard version; confirm the additional allowance for the complete Sunday-and-mohair combination before ordering.